Psychology and Counselling BSc (Hons)
University of Strathclyde
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews for 15 graduates of Psychology and Counselling BSc (Hons) at University of Strathclyde for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Counselling, Psychotherapy and Occupational Therapy.
This particular course
Salary
Salary of Graduates in Psychology (Non-Specific)
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Counselling, Psychotherapy and Occupational Therapy at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £22000 | £20500 | £26000 |
25-75 percentile range | £19000 - £27000 | £16500 - £24500 | £19000 - £30500 |
All Psychology (Non-Specific) courses of University of Strathclyde
Salary of all UK Graduates of Psychology (Non-Specific)
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £22832 | £21111 | £24597 |
25-75 percentile range | £20509 - £26206 | £15655 - £25483 | £18231 - £30387 |
All Psychology (Non-Specific) courses in the UK
Course Description
Study an applied pathway which provides an accelerated route into professional training.
Why Psychology & Counselling at Strathclyde?
Study psychology with an applied focus
Benefit from training in Person-Centred Counselling
Gain broad-based knowledge of the core domains of psychology and training in counselling skills.
The degree meets the requirements for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership with the British Psychological Society.
Develop enhanced interpersonal communication skills
Gain the award of a COSCA-accredited Counselling Skills certificate.
Your Career
The programme offers a route to further postgraduate study in Counselling, Counselling Psychology or Psychology, or for employment in other professional roles (e.g. support work) which would benefit from counselling skills training and an understanding of counselling theory. Our current courses meet the requirements for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) with the British Psychological Society (BPS), and a COSCA-accredited Certificate in Counselling Skills.
Validated by COSCA (Counselling and Psychotherapy in Scotland).
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
All Counselling, Psychotherapy and Occupational Therapy courses of University of Strathclyde
Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Psychology and Counselling BSc (Hons) at University of Strathclyde
20% | Information Technology Professionals |
15% | |
15% | Business and Financial Project Management Professionals |
10% | Administrative occupations |
5% | Business, Research and Administrative Professionals |
5% | Business and public service associate professionals |
5% | Finance Professionals |
5% | Teaching Professionals |
5% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
5% | Business and Financial Project Management Professionals |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
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Qualification requirements
Scottish Higher qualifications are considered on an individual basis
For International students, English language requirement (IELTS (Academic): 6.5 overall (no individual band less than 5.5). In addition to Higher English, at least one Higher should come from the following list: Art, Classical Studies, Drama, Economics, French, Gaelic, Geography, History, Modern Studies, Modern Foreign Language, Music, Philosophy, Politics, Psychology, Religious Moral & Philosophical Studies, Sociology.
Costs
Tuition Fees Psychology and Counselling BSc (Hons)
Scotland | £1820 | year 1 |
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England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
EU | £19600 | year 1 |
International | £19600 | year 1 |
Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
Undergraduate students who live in Scotland will usually have their tuition fees paid by the Student Awards Agency Scotland (SAAS). If you have previously attended university or college or are not sure about your eligibility, you should contact SAAS to check your eligibility to have your fees paid. SAAS will pay your tuition fees directly to Strathclyde.
Most undergraduate students from the rest of the UK (England, Wales and Northern Ireland) will receive a free year of tuition as, assuming no change in Rest of UK fees policy over the period, the total amount payable by undergraduate students will be capped. For students commencing study next session, this is capped at £27,750. Students studying on Integrated Masters degree programmes pay an additional £9,250 for the Masters year with the exception of those undertaking a full-year industrial placement where a separate placement fee will apply.
For further information on tuition fees, additional costs and funding for this programme, please view the "Fees and funding" section on the programme website.
Average student cost of living in the UK
Rent | £518 |
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
Supermarket shopping | £81 |
Clothing | £35 |
Eating out | £33 |
Alcohol | £27 |
Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
Transport within city | £17 |
Self-care / sports | £20 |
Stationary / books | £13 |
Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
Insurance | £51 |
Other | £95 |
Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2025
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
University Rankings
Positions of University of Strathclyde in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of University of Strathclyde in related subject specific rankings.
Social Studies & Humanities
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- #3
- #14
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- Psychology
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The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
[Published 09 September, 2023]
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- #4
- #27
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- Psychology
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 08 June, 2023]
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- #9
- #301
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- Psychology
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THE World University Rankings by Subject
[Published 19 October, 2023]
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- #7
- #401
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- Psychology
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GRAS Global Ranking of Academic Subjects - ShanghaiRanking
[Published 27 October, 2023]
See all 32 university rankings of University of Strathclyde
About University of Strathclyde
The University of Strathclyde is a prominent research education institution situated in the city of Glasgow, Scotland. Awards and accolades are never far away from their name, having been recognised as university of the year on numerous occasions by Times Higher Education, as well as the 4th best in the UK for Student Satisfaction. The city itself is known for the friendly and humorous locals, as well as the diverse and international student population.
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Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 08 June, 2023
THE Times Higher Education, UK
- Published:
- 19 October, 2023
- Criteria used in ranking -THE World University Rankings by Subject:
- 37.4% Teaching (the Learning Environment)
37.6% Research (Volume, Income and Reputation)
15% Citations (Research Influence)
7.5% International Outlook (Staff, Students and Research)
2.5% Industry Income (Knowledge Transfer)
The Guardian News and Media Limited
- Published:
- 09 September, 2023
ShanghaiRanking Consultancy
- Published:
- 27 October, 2023