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Master of Counselling and Psychotherapy
London Metropolitan University
- London, United Kingdom
- 2 years
- English
- On campus
- Master
About the program
Two-year full-time Master of Science in Counselling and Psychotherapy course taught at London Met's Holloway campus.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (2 years): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Apply core knowledge in Counselling and Psychotherapy. Analyse discipline-specific problems using appropriate methods. Communicate professional ideas clearly. Use relevant tools and practices responsibly. Prepare for employment or further study in psychology and social sciences.
Career outcomes
- Counsellor in public sector
- Voluntary sector and private practice settings
Curriculum
- Two-year full-time programme
- Modules listed for 2026/27. Year 1: Personal and Professional Development 1
- Placement 1
- Research Methods in Counselling and Psychotherapy. Year 2: Dissertation
- Final Project
- Personal and Professional Development 2. A placement or work-experience module is available.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Honours degree with a minimum 2:2; A Counselling Skills qualification (minimum Level 2) with skills observation and feedback; English Language GCSE at grade C/4 or equivalent; Enhanced DBS check for the Adult Workforce; At least 6 months of voluntary or paid experience with vulnerable or distressed adults; Availability for 100 supervised client contact hours; Interview with a small group activity
Accepted academic background
Lower second class (2:2) UK honours degree or equivalent, Usually in any subject (some courses need a related subject); Applicants with relevant experience may be considered; India: bachelor's degree with minimum 50% overall
Language tests
- IELTS 7.0
- TOEFL iBT PTE Academic 70
- PTE Academic TOEFL iBT 22
- Cambridge Duolingo 120
- Duolingo 120 (110 in Speaking
Other requirements
- Interview required
Documents you’ll need
- Typically includes Passport or identity document
- Academic transcripts
- Qualification certificates
- Language proficiency evidence
- Completed application materials
- Curriculum vitae
- And personal statement or statement of purpose.
How to apply
- Review the postgraduate admission requirements. Prepare undergraduate transcripts and degree certificates. Complete the graduate application. Submit supporting documents and language proficiency evidence. Await the admission decision.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | £10,500 GBP |
|---|---|
| Application fee | £50 GBP |
| Deposit | £4,000 GBP |
Program details
| Campus | Holloway |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | School of Social Sciences and Professions |
| Department | Social Sciences |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 120,240 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 2 years |
| Scholarship note | International Bright Futures Scholarship: automatic 5,000 GBP tuition reduction for new full-time international fee-paying students at London campuses (page states 2026/27 starters; September 2027 terms not confirmed); Exemptions list also names this course, Page text splits it over two years (conflict) |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
23 Jul 2027
251 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 2 years.
The next deadline is 23 Jul 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is £10,500 GBP per year. The application fee is £50 GBP. The deposit is £4,000 GBP. The estimated living cost is £13,946 GBP.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 7.0, TOEFL iBT PTE Academic 70, PTE Academic TOEFL iBT 22, Cambridge Duolingo 120, Duolingo 120 (110 in Speaking. An interview is required.