Study MSc Counselling and Psychotherapy at University of Strathclyde in the UK, Psychological Sciences and Health

MSc Counselling and Psychotherapy

UK

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What will I learn?

Person-centred-experiential counselling and psychotherapy is internationally recognised. Evidence suggests it's one of the leading therapeutic approaches to mental health and wellbeing, and it continues to develop important practical applications and theoretical knowledge.Our long-established postgraduate courses in counselling have offered a unique opportunity to gain in-depth experience of the person-centred-experiential methods applied in counselling and psychotherapy, to Masters level. Our courses have an international reputation and attract students from the UK, Europe, Canada, the USA, China, and India.The MSc Counselling & Psychotherapy course has been restructured to meet evolving standards for evidence-based practice, rising educational standards, increased professional regulation, and rapid social and economic change. You'll gain a solid grounding and thorough integration of theory, research and practice, as well as a capacity to engage with the wider field of human distress and wellbeing, including private, public and third sector mental health agencies.

Which department am I in?

Psychological Sciences and Health

Study options

Full Time (2 Years)

Tuition fees
£13,625.00 (US$ 17,596) per year
Year 1: £15,294 ; Year 2: £11,956

This is a provisional fee yet to be approved

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

Start date

September 2027

Venue

John Anderson Campus

107 Rottenrow East,

Glasgow,

G4 0NG, Scotland, United Kingdom

Entry requirements

For international students

First-class or Second-class Honours degree, or an equivalent qualification; COSCA Certificate in Counselling Skills or an equivalent qualification.

We do receive more applications than we have places to offer and the calibre of applicant is high.

Due to stiff competition for places, deferral is not normally offered.

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

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About University of Strathclyde

Home to around 30,000 students from over 140 countries, the university is located in the heart of Glasgow – a vibrant economic and commercial centre.

  • UK Research Uni of the Year (Daily Mail Uni Guide 2027)
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  • Scottish Uni of the Year (Times Good University Guide 2026)
  • 90 percent of research ‘excellent’ or better (REF 2021)

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