Psychodynamic Counselling and Psychotherapy with Children and Adolescents (3-year
Birkbeck University of LondonProgram Overview
The Psychodynamic Counselling and Psychotherapy with Children and Adolescents (3-year at Birkbeck University of London is a MSc programme in Humanities over 36 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 humanities. 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 Psychodynamic Counselling and Psychotherapy with Children and Adolescents (3-year 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: 36 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: GBP 7,975 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 5,225 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Psychodynamic Counselling and Psychotherapy with Children and Adolescents (3-year programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Basic Clinical and Observational Skills (Children and Adolescents)
- Development of Professional Attitude (Children and Adolescents)
- Introduction to theoretical & organizational concepts (Children and Adolescents)
- Advanced Observation Skills Infant Observation Children and Adolescents
- Basic Psychodynamic & Organizational theory, skills & principles of practice (Children and Adolescents)
- Basic Psychodynamic Competencies and Professional Attitude (Children and Adolescents)
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to Lower Second Class on the UK Honour scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of Lower Second Class or better on the UK Honour scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
Entry Requirements:
Second-class honours degree in any subject or an equivalent professional qualification; non-graduates with academic and professional experience may be considered.
Work with children/adolescents.
Prior completion of a basic counselling course at certificate level is desirable.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 7,975 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 5,225 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 7,975 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 5,225 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Birkbeck University of London 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 Birkbeck University of London
Birkbeck University of London
London, United Kingdom
Birkbeck College, University of London is a public research university located in London, England, and a member institution of the University of London. Established in 1823 as the London...
University Profile- Start Date 2017-10-01
- Language English
- Duration 36 months
- Credits 60