BSc Psychology with Counselling
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Occupational Therapy and Psychology. Core topics include Statistics, Research Methods, Data Analysis, and Critical & Analytical Thinking. The programme covers counselling approaches including person-centred, cognitive-behavioural and psychodynamic therapies, alongside a foundation in cognitive, biological, developmental and social psychology. Students complete a supervised empirical research project in the final year.
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Entry requirements
Qualifications needed for 2027: BSc (Hons): 120-136 UCAS tariff points At least two A Levels, or a BTEC National Extended Diploma: Distinction, Distinction, Merit (DDM) or equivalent qualifications. GCSE Mathematics at grade C/4 or above, or a recognised equivalent, is also required. BSc (Hons) including foundation year: 64 UCAS tariff points For the degree with a foundation year, a minimum of 64 UCAS points is required. Additional requirements: Entry onto this course does not require an interview, entrance test, audition or portfolio. English language: English language requirement for this course: Academic IELTS of 6.0 overall, with no element below 5.5. If you do not meet our English language requirements , you may be eligible for Kingston University's pre-sessional English language course. Check out our English Language Programme page for more details. If you’re applying from a recognised majority English-speaking country (MESC), you won’t need to meet the requirements. For further information on country-specific entry requirements, please explore our International section of the website.
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What students say
Based on about 81 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Teaching on my course: 85%
- Learning opportunities: 88%
- Assessment and feedback: 86%
- Academic support: 92%
- Organisation and management: 88%
- Learning resources: 89%
- Student voice: 85%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 160 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 83%
- Left higher education: 14%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 3%
What graduates do next
Based on about 9 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 45%
- Working and studying: 10%
- Further study: 5%
- Unemployed: 30%
Most common jobs
- Nursing Professionals: 51%
- Other Health Professionals: 12%
- Sales occupations: 8%
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 4%
- Administrative occupations: 3%
- Find their work meaningful: 90%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 76%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 80%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 155 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 3%
- East Midlands: 1%
- West Midlands: 3%
- East of England: 8%
- London: 60%
- South East: 20%
- South West: 4%
- Scotland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 20 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 90%
- Access course: 5%
- Other HE qualification: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited against the requirements for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) of the British Psychological Society (BPS).
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- Psychology Research Methods 1
- Introduction to Psychology
- Approaches and Professional Skills in Psychology
- Applying Psychology in the Real World
- Brain, Behaviour and Cognition
- Introduction to Counselling and Psychotherapy in Practice
- Social and Developmental Psychology
- Psychology Research Methods 2
- Psychology Research Project
- Personal Development and Therapeutic Process
- Mental Health in Counselling and Psychotherapy
- Personality and Individual Differences
- Future Skills Apply
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Psychology with Counselling at Kingston University earn?
The median salary is £32,000 after 15 months, £22,500 after 3 years, £26,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £19,500 and £31,500. The £26,500 median after five years is £3,000 less than the UK median for Counselling, psychotherapy and occupational therapy.
What do graduates of BSc Psychology with Counselling at Kingston University do next?
65% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Psychology with Counselling at Kingston University?
85% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Psychology with Counselling at Kingston University?
The average entrant had 101 UCAS points.
Is BSc Psychology with Counselling at Kingston University accredited?
Yes. Accredited against the requirements for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) of the British Psychological Society (BPS).
Does BSc Psychology with Counselling at Kingston University include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BSc Psychology with Counselling at Kingston University?
83% of students continued into their second year, and 14% left higher education.