
Overview
Dublin City University 's Psychotherapy programme will see you gain the skills and knowledge you need to work with a diverse range of clients with complex and multifaceted needs.
Key Facts
During the course, you’ll study evidence-based, flexible and responsive psychotherapeutic approaches to help you support and treat adults with psychological issues. You’ll also complete modules on adult intimate relationships and psychosexual wellbeing, meaning once you graduate, you can work with couples as well as individuals.
You’ll learn essential skills and core competencies to help you practise safely and establish good relationships with your clients. You’ll also get to complete clinical placements in a public sector or voluntary organisation to gain practical experience.
Once you complete the course, you’ll be sought after for roles including counsellor or psychotherapist in public or private healthcare, education or other organisations.
Accreditation
The MSc in Psychotherapy is accredited by the Irish Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP) and by National Association for Pastoral Counselling and Psychotherapy.
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Courses include:
Integrative Psychotherapy
Cognitive & Behavioural Approaches
Working with Adult Intimate Relationships
Psychotherapy and Mental Health
Psychosexual Integrative Practice
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Duration
- Part-time
- 48 months
- Flexible
Start dates & application deadlines
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Credits
Delivered
Campus Location
- Dublin, Ireland
Disciplines
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
For admission to the M.Sc. in Psychotherapy, entrants will normally:
- Have a relevant level 8 undergraduate degree (on the NFQ: National Framework of Qualifications; or its equivalent outside of Ireland; for example, in social care/work, psychology, nursing, education, etc.)
- Have completed a minimum of one year's recent relevant professional experience in a caring or mental health helping role, which has included some training and supervision (for example, voluntary counsellor/helpline work, social care, nursing, special needs teaching or guidance counselling, psychology assistant or pastoral care experience). This year of experience should be completed prior to application. The majority of this experience needs to have been working with adults and be based on real time verbal communication (in person or by phone/video, but not text or email communication
Student insurance
Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:
- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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International
13400 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 13400 EUR per year during 48 months. -
EU/EEA
7000 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 7000 EUR per year during 48 months.
Living costs for Dublin
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Psychotherapy.
Available Scholarships
You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.
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