Program Overview
The Cognitive Behavioural Therapy at University of the West of Scotland is a PgcertPgDip programme in Psychology over 12 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: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: GBP 12,300 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 3,400 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Paisley, 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
- CBT Models and Core Competences
- CBT Strategies, Skills and Interventions
- CBT Applied to Anxiety and Depression
- Enhanced Skills and Treatment Models
- CBT for Chronic and Complex Disorders
- Science Ethics and Personal Development
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Bachelor\xc2\x92s degree from a UK university in a relevant subject (or equivalent overseas degree).
- Non-native speakers need to provide evidence of proficiency in English (IELTS 7.0). Applicants will normally be registered with a professional body, and have acquired two years post-qualification experience.
- Please note: applicants are required to secure a placement for the duration of the programme, and may need to arrange for individual clinical supervision with a BABCP accredited or accreditable supervisor.
- Students will attend one day per week, as well as have a required number of clinical hours and self\xc2\x96study each week.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 12,300 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 3,400 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 12,300 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 3,400 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of the West of Scotland 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 University of the West of Scotland
University of the West of Scotland
Paisley, United Kingdom
University of the West of Scotland (UWS) is a large, modern public university in south-western Scotland and London, UK, tracing its roots back to 1897 and taking its current name in 2007 after the...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2004-10-17
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 12 months