Psychology with Counselling with foundation year

Explore the human mind and apply counselling theories and techniques to build towards impactful and diverse career opportunities, as well as personal growth.

Our degree with foundation year could be the stepping stone you need to achieve your goals. The foundation year aims to prepare you for degree-level study and is a great way to build the confidence, skills and knowledge needed to succeed on your degree course.

Please note that the foundation year of this Coventry University degree will be delivered from our CU Coventry campus. Course delivery from year 1 of the degree onwards will be from the Coventry University campus.

Degree
Unlock your potential to excel in the field of mental health and wellbeing, while developing highly sought-after research and critical thinking skills valued across a wide range of professions.


- Dedicated pathway: learn more about the core areas of psychology. Delve into specialist modules on mental health, wellbeing and the application of counselling skills.


- Real-world learning: explore the practical applications of psychology and counselling in real-world scenarios such as managing workplace stress, while considering diverse cultures and global contexts.


- Key skills: develop valuable and transferable skills like empathy and active listening. Gain a deep understanding of core psychology and counselling techniques and learn how to apply and adapt them across different scenarios and contexts. You'll also explore contemporary approaches to counselling, such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).


Why you should study this course

Professional accreditation: successfully completing this course to the required standard of accreditation means you will be eligible for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership of the British Psychological Society (BPS), which is necessary for further postgraduate study in psychology (including professional doctorates). See accreditation section for more details.
Psychology in action: through problem-based learning, actively engage in real-world, meaningful projects. Work on complex problems, create tangible solutions and develop essential skills, such as critical thinking, collaboration and communication.
Equipped for the future: this course is your first step towards a career in professional psychology practice. The course content has been designed to prepare you for further study in professional psychological practice (clinical, counselling, forensics, education and sport) and equip you with the core counselling skills you need to enter further training to work in the field of mental health.
Career-focused assessment: boost your career prospects by gaining practical skills through industry-focused learning. Develop key counselling techniques and essential skills like critical thinking, problem-solving and leadership. This includes activities such as reflecting on your counselling approach and receiving peer feedback in simulated counselling sessions.
Focus on counselling skills development: immerse yourself in realistic counselling scenarios to develop, refine and adapt your skills for any situation.

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Coventry University, part of Coventry University Group, is a modern, globally connected university with a mission to create better futures. Founded in 1843 through innovation and enterprise, they continue to work closely with industry to equip their graduates with the real-world skills and creative thinking they need to make a difference.

Coventry is also a Top 5 Student City in England (QS Best Student Cities Index 2026), and they guarantee accommodation if you apply through Clearing. With campuses across Coventry, London, Scarborough, Dagenham, and Greenwich, you can choose to study where it suits you best.

They're rated overall Gold in TEF 2023, recognising the quality of their teaching and student experience. From academic and wellbeing support to their Phoenix+ programme of employability activities and dedicated Success Coaches, they’re with you every step of the way.