Glasgow Caledonian University · Full-time
Counselling Psychology
Gain integrated clinical training and extensive professional development through GCU’s DPsych Counselling Psychology – the only programme of its kind in Scotland. Counselling psychology is a rapidly growing area of applied psychology, and a wide range of diver…
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Department of Psychology, Social Work and Allied Health Sciences · Psychology
Gain integrated clinical training and extensive professional development through GCU’s DPsych Counselling Psychology – the only programme of its kind in Scotland. Counselling psychology is a rapidly growing area of applied psychology, and a wide range of diverse settings are in need of highly skilled HCPC Registered Counselling Psychologists. In this doctorate programme, you’ll expand your ability to work with complex client groups and contribute impactful research to the field of psychological health. We draw on our relationships with active practitioners to give you a world-class and highly relevant education, with clinical training in both humanistic (person-centred) and cognitive-behavioural approaches. We take a holistic and comprehensive approach to instruction, and you’ll develop your skills in applied psychological theory and research as well as complete work in ongoing clinical placements. Here, you’ll be a part of a thriving, open and diverse community with a shared investment in social responsibility and a commitment to the common good.
Getting in
As the university states it
UK honours degree 2:1 (or equivalent) that meets British Psychological Society (BPS) standards for the Graduate Basis for Chartership (GBC). Personal maturity and demonstrable experience in a helping role. Academic IELTS score of 7.0 (or equivalent) with no element below 6.5. Please note: if you are from a majority English speaking country, you may not be required to provide further proof of your English Language proficiency. Along with your application please provide an essay on Do Counselling Psychologists contribute to ‘the Common Good’? Critically discuss and justify your answer using a range of sources of knowledge such as professional, empirical, statutory, experiential and leading-edge literature. (1000 words + references in APA 7th ed style). As part of the application process, shortlisted applicants will be required to attend an interview. If you do not have the typical academic entry qualifications, but can demonstrate relevant work experience and/or credits from recognised professional bodies, you may be eligible to enter this course via the University's Recognition of Prior Learning scheme
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