Study Counselling at University of East London in the UK, School of Psychology

About this course

About this course
- Overview
- Department
Study options
Entry requirements
- International

What will I learn?

Embark on a transformative journey towards a rewarding career in mental health with our BSc Counselling course. Accredited by the BACP, our inclusive programme combines theory, practical skills, self-awareness, and placements to nurture skilled and reflective practitioners. Gain transferable skills for diverse career paths while working alongside clients on their profound journeys of self-discovery.The BSc Counselling programme at UEL is not just a course, it's a transformative experience that encourages you to bring your unique lived experiences and personal identities to the forefront. Whether you identify as LGBTQAI and aspire to become a therapist supporting the LGBTQAI community, or you are a survivor of domestic violence looking to qualify as a therapist and make a difference in domestic violence charities, our programme is designed to empower you. A BSc Counselling degree opens doors to diverse career opportunities in public and private practice, allied psychology sectors, and non-psychology fields while providing a foundation for postgraduate studies in counselling and psychotherapy or psychology.

Which department am I in?

School of Psychology

Study options

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees

£15,560.00 (US$ 20,095) per year

This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2026

Venue

Stratford Campus

Water Lane,

Stratford,

Greater London,

E15 4LZ, Southern England, United Kingdom

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees

£15,560.00 (US$ 20,095) per year

This is a provisional fee yet to be approved

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2026

Venue

Stratford Campus

Water Lane,

London,

Greater London,

E15 4LZ, Southern England, United Kingdom

Entry requirements

For international students

112 UCAS points from an equivalent Level 3 qualification listed on the UCAS tariff calculator , including: A Levels in at least two subjects BTEC Extended Diploma – DMM BTEC Diploma – D*D Access to HE Diploma T Levels International Baccalaureate – 24 points including a minimum of 15 points at Higher Level We also welcome applications from students who are taking Level 3 or higher qualifications not on the UCAS tariff calculator and will assess the suitability, on a case by case basis. In addition to one of the above, you should have: GCSE English Grade 4/C or Level 2 Functional Skills in English GCSE Mathematics Grade 4/C or Level 2 Functional Skills in Mathematics We accept a wide range of European and international qualifications in addition to A-levels, the International Baccalaureate and BTEC qualifications. IELTS 6.0 with a minimum of 6.0 in Writing and Speaking; 5.5 in Listening and Reading (or recognised equivalent).

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.