
Counselling, Psychotherapy and Talking Therapies

Turn your passion into purpose through Counselling, Psychotherapy and Talking Therapies at Birmingham Newman University.
Explore how therapeutic approaches promote mental health, emotional wellbeing and personal growth, with a strong focus on ethical practice, reflective insight and inclusive care. Whether your interests lie in integrative psychotherapy, counselling children and young people, mental health support or wellbeing promotion, our subject area offers a range of pathways that help you listen deeply, respond compassionately and make a meaningful difference in people’s lives.
Counselling, Psychotherapy and Talking Therapies Courses

BA Counselling Studies (Top-Up)
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MSc Integrative Psychotherapy
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MSc Integrative Counselling
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PG Dip Integrative Counselling

Foundation Degree in Integrative Counselling (part-time)
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Introductory Certificate in Counselling (part-time)
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BSc Single Honours Psychology and Counselling Studies (with Foundation Year)
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BSc Single Honours Psychology and Counselling Studies (full-time)
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BA Single Honours Counselling, Mental Health & Wellbeing (part-time)
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BA Single Honours Counselling, Mental Health and Wellbeing (with Foundation Year)
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BA Counselling, Mental Health & Wellbeing (full-time)
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BA Counselling Studies and Working with Children, Young People and Families (part-time)
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- January 3939
Learn in Small Groups
Experience a supportive learning environment with class sizes that encourage discussion, confidence and personal growth.
Engage with Real-World Practice
Apply your learning through placements, guest speakers and reflective activities that connect theory with therapeutic practice.
Study with Sector Experts
Learn from lecturers with backgrounds in counselling, psychotherapy, mental health and wellbeing support.
Receive Tailored Career Guidance
Benefit from personalised academic and career support that helps you build networks and prepare for your next steps.
Meet our team
Flexible and focused learning. Choose from undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, including themed routes such as Counselling Studies and Working with Children, Young People and Families, and Integrative Psychotherapy. Flexible options support work, family and/or voluntary commitments, allowing you to progress at a pace that suits your goals.
Supportive and empowering learning. Learn from experienced practitioners and research-active staff with backgrounds in counselling, psychotherapy, mental health and wellbeing. Small-group teaching and close tutor support create an environment where you can grow academically, personally and professionally.
Study in a way that suits you. Experience the vibrant community of our campus, enriched by guest speakers, placement opportunities and reflective workshops, or take advantage of blended and online learning for greater flexibility.
Counselling, Psychotherapy and Talking Therapies at Birmingham Newman University will prepare you for a wide range of careers and further study. You will graduate with the interpersonal insight, ethical understanding and transferable skills valued across health, education, community services and beyond.
