Psychology and Counseling are disciplines that incorporate a great many approaches to the understanding of human behaviour. Your programme combines a broad education in Psychology with a specialist strand that focuses on Counselling skills, theory and practice. Successful completion of the programme confers the Graduate Basis for Chartership with the British Psychology Society, which is an important first step for those who wish to pursue further training in areas such as clinical, counselling, educational, forensic or health psychology. During your BSc in Psychology with Counselling you’ll gain a broad understanding of psychology, alongside developing specialist counselling skills. You’ll also learn about mental health practices and how they are studied and researched. Why choose Psychology with Counselling Skills BSc Honours at Middlesex? Combining psychological theory and research with therapeutic practice, this course is ideal for those who want to work in counselling, psychotherapy, or clinical psychology.
Career Path
A BSc (Hons) in Psychology with a focus on Counselling Skills can open up various career paths where you can make a meaningful impact. Here’s a list of potential careers you can pursue with this degree: Counselor, Mental Health Support Worker, School Counselor, Career Advisor, Victim Advocate, Crisis Intervention Specialist, Substance Abuse Counselor, Rehabilitation Counselor, Family Support Worker, Youth Worker, Community Outreach, Case Manager, Social Worker.
Students may work part time for up to 20 hours per week and full time during academic breaks. After graduation, students can transition from student status to legal employment through an employer sponsored two year work permit.
We’ve simplified the admission process to help you get started quickly and easily. You can find all requirements for admission to Middlesex University Dubai below;
1. WASSCE Certificate/A-Level
2. School Transcript
3. Passport
4. Recommendation Letter
5. CV
Middlesex University Dubai will accept, for the purposes of meeting the English proficiency requirement, evidence of English study within a 12 year education system where English is designated as the primary and official language and the principal language of instruction. For applicants who do not yet meet the English language requirement, there are two pathways to achieve the necessary level:
Pre sessional English Programme; Students may successfully complete a preparatory English programme offered by the university before beginning their academic course. Recognized English Proficiency Tests; Students may submit one of the following minimum scores prior to the start of their program: IELTS: 6.5 overall band score (or equivalent), TOEFL or PTE: Score of 60, Duolingo English Test: Score of 120.
