Counselling Skills and Psychology BA (Hons)
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Duration
- 3 years full-time, up to 7 years part-time
- Mode
- Part-time
- Subject
- Psychology
- Location
- United Kingdom
- Next intake
- SEP 2026
Overview
Join us for an Applicant Day to meet current students, learn more about the University and get a taste of student life so you can decide if Chester is right for you. The BA Counselling Skills and Psychology Combined Honours course offers a comprehensive exploration of the human mind. From understanding mental health to delving into developmental psychology, you'll gain a solid foundation in the field. Alongside this, the course is designed to develop your knowledge and understanding of counselling theory, and practical counselling skills.
Entry requirements
| UCAS Tariff points | 112 UCAS points |
|---|---|
| A levels | BCC-BBC |
| BTEC | DMM · BTEC Extended Diploma |
| International Baccalaureate | 28 |
| Scottish Highers | BBBB · Access requirements |
| Access to HE Diploma | to include 45 credits at Level 3, of which 30 must be at Merit or above |
| T Levels | Merit |
| GCSE | C/4 · Subjects: Mathematics, English |
English language requirements
| IELTS | 6.0 overall, no part below 5.5 |
|---|
IELTS Academic 6.0 overall (min 5.5 in each sub-skill) or approved SELT equivalent
Fees
International students: £14,950 per year for a full-time course* (2026/27) — More on International fees
UK students: £9,790 per year for a full-time course (2026/27) — More on UK fees
UK/Home: £9,790 per year for a full-time course (2026/27) — More on UK fees
International: £14,950 per year for a full-time course* (2026/27) — More on International fees
Start dates
Sept 2026
Application deadline
UCAS deadline (equal consideration); UCAS Extra: from late February; Clearing: from July 2026
Campus
- Exton Park, Chester, United Kingdom
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