Program Overview
The Cognitive Behavioural Therapy at Bucks New University is a MSc programme in Psychology over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of psychology. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Cognitive Behavioural Therapy programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: GBP 5,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 4,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: High Wycombe, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Cognitive Behavioural Therapy programme are prepared for diverse careers in psychology:
- Clinical Psychologist
- Organisational Psychologist
- Researcher
- Counsellor
- Human Resources Specialist
- Behaviour Analyst
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Applications of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Skills: Foundation
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Theory & Practice: Foundation
- Reflective Practice
- Advanced Reflective Practice
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Skills: Advanced
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Theory & Practice: Advanced
- Dissertation
- Research & Integrated Practice
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Applicants should have a relevant degree in psychology or the equivalent from an allied field.
- You must also have at least two year\'s post-graduation work experience working with vulnerable adults and/or those with mental health problems.
- It is a pre-requisite of the course that applicants have access to a BABCP Accredited therapist to supervise them and a clinical placement to enable them to implement their training into practice.
- Interviews will take place with short-listed applicants.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 5,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 4,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 5,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 4,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Bucks New University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Bucks New University
Bucks New University
High Wycombe, United Kingdom
Buckinghamshire New University (BNU) — often shortened to Bucks New University — is a public university in the UK, based mainly in High Wycombe, England, with some courses and campuses in nearby...
University Profile- Application Deadline Jan, 2027
- Start Date Sep, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
