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MSc Counselling and Psychotherapy

Bath Spa University

BACP registration pathways motivate many applicants to this MSc Counselling and Psychotherapy. Classroom theory links to a practice placement; diversity, counselling models, communication, self-reflection and intervention planning are taught by practitioner and supervisor staff. Personal statements must show commitment to personal therapy and supervised client hours, with interviews on the selection path. Weekday, weekend and evening cohorts span Birmingham, Leeds, London and Manchester so practising professionals can keep client work. Cohort cities let practising professionals keep client diaries while they study. AF Education gives UK home students free help with the application and with a Postgraduate Master’s Loan from Student Finance England.

Key facts

Award / level
MSc (Masters)
Study mode
Full time
Schedule options
Weekday, Weekend, and Evening
Location
Upcoming intake
January 2027
Foundation year
Not included in this course title
Awarding university
Bath Spa University
Partner pathway
GBS

Who this course is for

This suits graduates and experienced practitioners who want postgraduate counselling training with a placement component.

Entry routes for mature students

Standard entry asks for at least a 2:2 degree plus a personal statement evidencing commitment to personal therapy and supervised client hours. A work-experience route with longer related practice may be considered. An interview is part of the process.

Funding with Student Finance England

AF Education is a free service for England-resident UK home students — not international applicants. Eligible students may be able to apply for a Postgraduate Master’s Loan from Student Finance England, paid to you as a contribution towards course fees and living costs. Eligibility depends on residency, the course and any previous postgraduate study; use our free eligibility checker before you apply.

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How often you study

Weekday, weekend and evening options are listed across Birmingham, Leeds, London and Manchester. Most courses AF Education supports need 1 to 2 campus days a week, usually about 2 to 4 hours a day, so many students keep working. Your exact timetable is confirmed before you enrol.

Career and progression

The MSc aims toward BACP registration pathways; registration itself depends on meeting BACP requirements after the course. AF Education does not guarantee registration or jobs.

Course overview from Bath Spa University

Enhance your skills and gain the theoretical knowledge required to become a qualified, British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) registered, counsellor or psychotherapist.

This MSc Counselling and Psychotherapy in designed to allow you to make clear links between academic theoretical input and current or future practice, offering a mix of taught sessions in class and a practice placement opportunity in a relevant therapeutic setting. This programme is aligned with UN Sustainability Goal 3 – to ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages.

You’ll learn approaches and models in counselling and psychotherapy, awareness of diversity and cultural competence, communication skills and self-reflection, therapeutic approaches, ability to identify, plan and implement appropriate intervention and meet need, will form a core thread to the programme.

Academic teaching will be delivered by a combination of qualified staff, experts in the field of counselling and psychotherapy, and on site/in clinic practice supervisors.

You can expect a range of teaching delivery models and different forms of assessment, from written assignments to viva presentations, culminating in a final research project linked to a specific area of interest within the field.

Specific Entry Requirements:

All applicants:

  • B2 or UK GCSE at grade 4/C or previous UK Degree or SELT English test (where an international Degree provided).
  • Admissions interview and academic interview.

Degree route:

  • A 2:2 degree or equivalent qualification awarded within the last 5 years from the UK or a majority English language speaking country.
  • Experience of counselling/psychotherapy skills derived from professional or voluntary roles for a minimum of six months to the start of the academic year.
  • Complete application form including 500-word personal statement. This must include evidence of a commitment to engage with personal therapy and a willingness to complete 100 supervised client contact hours in a clinical setting.

Work experience route:

  • Professional experience in a related setting.
  • Experience of counselling/psychotherapy skills derived from professional or voluntary roles for a minimum three years to the start of the academic year.
  • Complete application form including 500-word personal statement and 1000-word reflective task. This must include evidence of a commitment to engage with personal therapy and a willingness to complete 100 supervised client contact hours in a clinical setting.


MSc Counselling and Psychotherapy is available at Birmingham, Leeds, London, Manchester. Campus details and map links are below.

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Postgraduate Entry Requirements for Bath Spa University

UK / English-Speaking Country Degree (Completed Within 5 Years) Applicants must provide: A minimum 2:2 degree classification. A 500-word personal statement. Successful completion of an on-campus interview. Non-English-Speaking Country Degree (Completed Within…

English Language Requirements for Bath Spa University (Postgraduate)

Applicants whose first language is not English must provide evidence of their English language proficiency. For postgraduate courses, the requirement is CEFR Level B2 or equivalent. Accepted Evidence Previous qualifications studied and…

Interview Process in Bath Spa University

GBS welcomes walk-in interviews from Monday to Friday, 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. No appointment is required — simply visit the campus at a convenient time. Documents Required Please bring: Proof of…

See the full entry, English language and interview requirements for Bath Spa University →

How AF Education helps

AF Education support is 100% free for students. We help you check eligibility, choose a suitable course and campus, prepare documents, and submit your application — with clear next steps for Student Finance England where relevant.

FAQs about this course

Does the course include a placement?

Yes. Teaching mixes classroom sessions with a practice placement in a relevant therapeutic setting.

Is BACP mentioned?

Yes. The programme is designed to support work toward becoming a BACP-registered counsellor or psychotherapist.

What must my personal statement cover?

Commitment to engage with personal therapy and willingness to complete supervised client contact hours in a clinical setting.

Which cities are listed?

Campuses across Birmingham, Leeds, London and Manchester with weekday, weekend and evening options.

Can I get a Postgraduate Master’s Loan for this course?

AF Education gives England-resident UK home students (not international applicants) free help applying for a Postgraduate Master’s Loan from Student Finance England on eligible courses. Check your eligibility free before you apply.

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Required Documents to Apply to this Course

  • Proof of ID Required

    Valid passport or national ID document.

  • Proof of Address Required

    Recent bill or bank statement showing address.

  • CV Required

    Updated CV with education and experience.

  • Immigration Share Code If available

    UKVI share code (non-British citizens only).

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