Psychology and Counselling

BSc (Hons) Psychology and Counselling

This BPS-accredited degree stands alone from the rest of the psychology portfolio. It’s mix of psychology, counselling and mental health modules offers a fascinating range of subject matter.

This innovative degree allows you to develop a scientific understanding of human behaviour and combine it with a knowledge of mental health and counselling skills.

Psychology is the scientific study of behaviour and mental processes, and the relation between the two. It explores how we act and interact, both as individuals and in groups, and the thoughts and feelings that motivate our behaviour.

Counselling is concerned with the integration of psychological theory with interventions and therapeutic practice. You will develop a scientific understanding of psychology as a discipline and practical skills in counselling and therapy.

Please note: further postgraduate study is required to qualify as a counsellor or counselling psychologist. PROFESSIONAL ACCREDITATION

MODULES

The British Psychological Society

Year 1

Introductory Psychology Introduction to Pluralistic Approaches to Mental Health Introduction to Psychological Research Methods CAREER PATHS

• Counsellor • Teaching • Mental Health Worker • Youth Support Worker • Social Worker

UCAS CODE C843

DURATION: 4 years (full time)

Flying Over the Cuckoo’s Nest Abertay 101 – Being Successful at Abertay MySuccess Modules* Option Module**

Year 2

Cognitive Perspectives on Psychology Interpersonal Skills and Helping Conversations Essential Research Methods and Analysis for Psychology Therapeutic Skills and Approaches Microcredentials*** Option Module

Year 3

Social Cognition Across the Lifespan Human Variability: Psychobiology and Behaviour Counselling Theories and Interventions Human Development Across the Lifespan Advanced Research Design and Analysis Mental Health Psychology: Living With a Diagnosis

Year 4

Psychology Honours Project Applied Cognitive Psychology Mental Health and Young People: Contexts and Practice Diverse Perspectives in Mental Health Option Module Advanced entry is available with appropriate qualifications. Please find further information on our website. STANDARD ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS Higher: ABBB A Level: BCC ILC (H): H2H3H3H3 International Baccalaureate: 29 BTEC Extended Dip: DMM

Please note: All modules shown in this booklet are indicative only and reflect the course structure in ESSENTIAL SUBJECTS the current academic year. Some changes may occur Literate subject.between now and the time that you study. *MySuccess modules aim to introduce you to the Passes in English and Maths - National expectations of university, successful student behaviours, growth mindset, your strengths, and your 5 grade C or GCSE grade C/4 or areas for development. equivalent. **Option Modules are modules related to the main FULL COURSE DETAILS subject area. ***Microcredentials allow you to explore a number of VISIT: abertay.ac.uk/C843 topics that appeal to you. abertay.ac.uk 171