Health and people
Psychology with Counselling
Explore behaviour, wellbeing, communication and counselling approaches while developing a broader understanding of psychology.
What you may study
Typical subject areas
- Developmental and social psychology
- Mental health and wellbeing
- Counselling theories and approaches
- Listening and helping relationships
- Psychological research methods
- Ethics, boundaries and reflective practice
What you can develop
Useful transferable skills
- Active listening and communication
- Understanding behavioural evidence
- Research and critical analysis
- Reflection and self-awareness
- Working ethically with sensitive topics
The learning experience
What studying may involve.
This subject can involve reflective learning as well as academic research. You may practise listening in controlled classroom activities, examine psychological evidence and write thoughtfully about ethics, boundaries and human experience.
Teaching and assessment vary by provider and qualification. The exact course specification is the final source of truth.
Psychology research and evidence review
Reflective writing and self-awareness exercises
Structured listening and communication activities
Discussion of ethics, wellbeing and boundaries
Before you choose
Ask about the exact course.
A subject title is only the starting point. These questions help uncover the practical details that can change your decision.
Is the exact course accredited for the professional path I have in mind?
Does it include supervised counselling practice or only introductory theory?
What further training would I need for a regulated or practitioner role?
Future directions
Where this subject could lead.
A degree can open several directions. Your experience, the exact course and the requirements of each employer will also matter.
Mental-health or wellbeing support
Community and charity services
Youth or family-support work
Human resources and people services
Research or administrative roles
Further counselling or psychology training
This degree does not by itself make someone a qualified counsellor, therapist or psychologist. Professional practice normally requires an approved training route, supervised experience and any relevant registration.
Planning the cost
Understand student finance before you commit.
For courses starting from January 2027, most applicants in England will use the new Lifelong Learning Entitlement system. Funding depends on the exact course, provider and your personal circumstances.
Interested in Psychology with Counselling?
Check whether you meet the application criteria.
Answer a short series of questions, one at a time. It takes only a few minutes.