Overview

Course Overview

The Advanced Counselling Theory and Research program at The University of Wales Trinity Saint David will provide you with a critical understanding of the role of research and theory in understanding and improving mental health and supporting human flourishing. A strong focus of this programme is the development of a range of independent research skills and critical awareness of related ethical issues within the field of counselling.

This MA program has been designed to develop your higher level knowledge of cutting edge counselling theory alongside applied research skills.

Exploring contemporary developments in counselling, ethical and professional debates, and advanced research methods, this course is designed so that you can shape your learning to best benefit you. There are a core set of compulsory modules and then a choice of two additional optional modules.

The MA in Advanced Counselling Theory & Research will provide you with a critical understanding of the role of research and theory in understanding and improving mental health and supporting human flourishing. A strong focus of this programme is the development of a range of independent research skills and critical awareness of related ethical issues within the field of counselling.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Contemporary Counselling Theory
Advanced Research Methods in Counselling
Human Flourishing and Resilience
Professional Research Skills
Ethical and Professional Challenges
Behaviour Change in Context

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-10-01 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

Blended

Campus Location

Swansea, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Counselling Psychology View 99 other Masters in Counselling Psychology in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

This programme is open to individuals with a background in counselling.
Entry criteria is normally a 2.1 honours degree, but we may consider a good 2.2 honours degree (with a strong research dissertation).
Whilst we may consider applications from those with a background in a closely related area, due to the nature of this programme this would depend upon an assessment of academic writing and psychological research skills.

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Tuition Fee

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International

15000 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 15000 GBP per year during 18 months.
National

7800 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7800 GBP per year during 18 months.

Living costs for Swansea

727 - 1379 GBP /month

Living costs

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

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