University of Wolverhampton

Professional Doctorate Counselling Psychology

University of Wolverhampton

Course overview

This Professional Doctorate in Counselling Psychology is a postgraduate programme that combines the science of psychology with psychotherapy. It is one of the UK’s longest-standing training courses in this field. It is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS) and the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). The course is available for both full-time and part-time students.

The programme covers therapeutic approaches, including humanistic, cognitive behavioural (CBT), psychodynamic, and systemic models, with a focus on professional and personal development. Students must complete at least 450 hours working directly with clients and carry out 40 hours of personal therapy during the course to meet registration requirements.

Entry requirements

Candidates need to submit a research proposal of approximately 500 words and relevant information regarding their studies, an academic and/or employer reference, and their CV to show their work experience. Successful candidates will be required to go through an interview and an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Grade Requirements:

Candidates need a first or upper second-class degree or equivalent in a related subject. A master's degree or proof of work experience is accepted. Six months, full-time or twelve months, part-time experience in a paid or voluntary role in face-to-face counselling work within the last five years may be considered. Candidates must show their qualification for Graduate Basis for Chartered (GBC) membership with the British Psychological Society (BPS).

English Proficiency:

Candidates need an overall score of 7.0 in the IELTS Academic test. Other English language test scores, such as PTE Academic and TOEFL IBT, are accepted, amongst others.

Scholarships

  • Academic Excellence Postgraduate Scholarship

    Value of scholarship: £4,000

    Up to £4,000

  • Academic Excellence Undergraduate Scholarship

    £4,000 Year 1; £2,000 Year 2; £2,000 Year 3.

  • Access Bursary

    The Access Bursary is a £2000 cash payment paid during the 1st and second years of study.

    Up to £2,000

  • Alumni Scholarship

    Value: £2k for Second class honours Or £3k for First class achievement.

  • Chevening Scholarship

  • Global Opportunities Undergraduate Regional Scholarship

    There are 25 scholarships of £3,000 per year for students.

    Up to £3,000

  • International School Scholarships

    Value: £1,000 per year – awarded automatically.

    Up to £1,000

  • Prompt Payment Discount

    Early Deposit Payment Discount - £500 discount; Early Full Fee Payment Discount - £1,000 discount.

  • University of Wolverhampton Sports Scholarship

    Tier One Scholarship: Scholars can receive up to £1,500 per academic year for their course of study. Tier Two Scholarship: Scholars can receive up to £1,000 per academic year.

  • WLV Women in Engineering Scholarships

    We are offering scholarships of £1,000 to be awarded, to female students beginning their engineering education at the University.

    Up to £1,000

Career opportunities

  • Psychologist
  • Counselling Psychologist
  • Prison Psychologist
  • Occupational Health Psychologist
  • Supervisor

Cost of study

The tuition fee for the Professional Doctorate in Counselling Psychology at the University of Wolverhampton is £16,950, which is subject to change yearly.

Admission

Candidates should submit their applications directly to the university application system. If you need further assistance with your application

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