Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Communication and Counselling Studies
Ulster University - Belfast campus
UK,England
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36 Months
Duration
CAD 17,010/year
Tuition Fee
CAD 0 FREE
Application Fee
Sep 2025
Apply Date
UK, England
Type: University
Location Type: Urban
Founded: 1845
Total Students: 15,000 +
Int. Students: 2,000 +
Campus Detail
Main Campus Address
5th Floor, Centre City 5-7 Hill Street Birmingham, B5 4UA
Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Communication and Counselling Studies
Program Overview
This interdisciplinary and skills-focused degree programme:
- Provides students with a theoretical, empirical and experiential understanding of applied communication studies within interpersonal, professional, social and cultural contexts.
- Offers students an introduction to counselling theories, skills and ethical-decision-making.
- Equips students with knowledge to identify opportunities to plan and undertake interdisciplinary research in the fields of communication, counselling studies and mental health.
- Develops students’ organisational, observation, analytical and reflective skills for continuing personal and professional development, all of which are a prerequisite for training or working as counsellors, psychotherapists or other healthcare professionals.
- Teaching is by an award-winning team of lecturers, researchers and practitioners with experience in the applied field of mental health, including counselling, psychotherapy and health communication.
- Holds Advanced Training Status for counselling studies from the National Counselling Society (NCS).
While this course is not formal counsellor training, it does provide a solid academic grounding for students who wish to pursue professional counselling or psychotherapy training and accreditation following graduation. It is also an excellent platform for graduates who wish to pursue further training in a range of professions, e.g. social work, social care, nursing, youth work, medicine, community work, law, business, human resources, and teaching.
Application Fee
Application Fee: CAD 0 FREE Tuition Fee
CAD 17,010 per year
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
Living Cost in Ulster University - Belfast campus
CAD 10,224 per year
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Check program website for more information about funding options.
