BSc (Hons) Psychology - Counselling Skills

Bachelors Degree 3 Years On-Campus Dubai
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About This Programme

Psychology and Counseling are disciplines that incorporate a great many approaches to the understanding of human behaviour. Your programme combines a broad education in Psychology with a specialist strand that focuses on Counselling skills, theory and practice. Successful completion of the programme confers the Graduate Basis for Chartership with the British Psychology Society, which is an important first step for those who wish to pursue further training in areas such as clinical, counselling, educational, forensic or health psychology. During your BSc in Psychology with Counselling you’ll gain a broad understanding of psychology, alongside developing specialist counselling skills. You’ll also learn about mental health practices and how they are studied and researched. Why choose Psychology with Counselling Skills BSc Honours at Middlesex?Combining psychological theory and research with therapeutic practice, this course is ideal for those who want to work in counselling, psychotherapy, or clinical psychology. Our course has been accredited by the British Psychological Society. If you graduate with a 2:2 or higher, you'll be eligible to apply for BPS-accredited master's and doctoral courses, which can lead to a career as a psychologist.

Career Path

A BSc (Hons) in Psychology with a focus on Counselling Skills can open up various career paths where you can make a meaningful impact. Here’s a list of potential careers you can pursue with this degree: Counselor, Mental Health Support Worker, School Counselor, Career Advisor, Crisis Intervention Specialist, Substance Abuse Counselor, Rehabilitation Counselor, Family Support Worker, Youth Worker, Community Outreach Worker, Victim Advocate, Social Worker, Case Manager, Health Educator.

Eligibility Requirements
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Admission Requirement
We’ve simplified the admission process to help you get started quickly and easily. You can find all requirements for admission to Middlesex University Dubai below;

1. WASSCE/A level Certificate 

2. School Transcript

3. Passport

4. Recommendation Letter

English Language Requirement

Middlesex University Dubai will accept, for the purposes of meeting the English proficiency requirement, English taken in 12-year education, or English is designated as the primary and official language and the principle language of instruction. If you do not meet the English language requirements yet, you can achieve the level you need by successfully completing a pre-sessional English programme with the university or submit 

1. English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 (or equivalent) or PTE Score or Duolingo English Test score before you start your course.

Programme Details
Bachelors Degree Level
3 Years Duration
On-Campus Mode
Dubai Country
Intakes
January, 2026
July, 2025 → December, 2025
Closed
September, 2026
November, 2025 → August, 2026
Open
January, 2027
July, 2026 → December, 2026
Likely Open
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