About this course
Buckinghamshire New University offers MSc Counselling and Psychotherapy as a 2-year postgraduate Masters Degree (Taught) programme in Rehabilitation Therapy. Based in High Wycombe, the programme is delivered by the university's specialist faculty and welcomes international applicants from across Africa and beyond.
Tuition is £12,940 per year. English-language entry requires IELTS 6.5 overall or TOEFL iBT 88. The next intake is Autumn (September), 2026.
Scholarships are available to international applicants.
BDM Consult's advisors can guide you through entry requirements, scholarship eligibility, and visa support — from initial application to offer letter.
Entry requirements
Those who do not meet standard entry requirements but have relevant professional experience might still qualify through the APL process, which can provide exemptions from specific modules. TOEFL - 88 overall with minimum of 17 in Listening, 17 in Writing, 20 in Speaking and 18 in reading
Applicants with relevant experience may apply for Advanced Standing under the university’s Credit Accumulation and Transfer Scheme, potentially bypassing certain introductory modules.
Experienced practitioners lacking formal qualifications may apply via alternative pathways including portfolio submissions that showcase relevant professional experience and an interview process to assess their suitability.
Non-native English speakers or those who did not have English as the language of instruction at the undergraduate level must demonstrate proficiency. This is typically evidenced by an IELTS score of 6.5, with no less than 6.0 in any category, although equivalent tests like TOEFL or Pearson PTE are also accepted.
Applicants must typically hold a bachelor’s degree with Honours in a related field like Psychology, Social Work, Nursing, or Education, with at least a lower second-class (2:2) Honours.
Scholarships
Scholarships are available for this course. Speak to a BDM advisor for the latest funding and eligibility details.
Intake dates
- ▸Autumn (September), 2026
Application deadlines differ per intake. Speak to BDM for the latest cut-off dates.
