BSc (Hons) in Psychology - London Metropolitan University (UK)

A comprehensive psychology degree combining theoretical foundations with practical counselling skills, ethical practice, and research competency to prepare you for roles in mental health support and therapeutic professions.

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London Metropolitan University

Overview

About this course

The BSc (Hons) in Psychology offers a comprehensive foundation in key theoretical and practical aspects essential for aspiring professionals. Learners explore inclusive practices and develop personal and professional awareness through reflective practice. Core modules focus on building empathic communication skills to support effective therapeutic relationships and understanding ethical frameworks central to counselling practice. The course introduces a range of psychological and counselling theories, enabling students to evaluate and apply these in real-world contexts. Emphasis is placed on developing research skills and critical thinking through a Pearson-set research project. With a strong focus on self-awareness, inclusivity, and ethical integrity, students will be well-prepared for further study or entry-level roles in counselling and mental health support. The programme fosters growth in both personal insight and professional competence. Students develop skills in communication and interpersonal practice when working with people in distress, across diverse client populations, and in a variety of therapeutic contexts.

Why choose this course

Strong focus on self-awareness, inclusivity, and ethical integrity

Practical counselling skills developed through supervised practice

Research component via Pearson-set project

Prepares graduates for counselling and mental health support roles

Covers CBT, psychodynamic, Gestalt, and pluralistic approaches

What you will learn

1

Personal and professional development through reflective and inclusive practice

2

Empathic communication and therapeutic relationship skills

3

Ethical frameworks and professional conduct in counselling

4

Psychological and counselling theory across multiple approaches

5

Risk assessment and management in counselling contexts

6

Advanced clinical, forensic, and health psychology (Year 3)

Skills you will gain

Empathic CommunicationEthical Decision MakingReflective PracticeResearch and Critical ThinkingTherapeutic Relationship BuildingSelf-awareness and Personal DevelopmentInclusive PracticeRisk Assessment and Management

At a glance

Level

Undergraduate

Duration

3 years
Full-time

Location

Onsite campus

Intakes

September

Entry Requirements

Entry Requirements

  • A/L qualification or equivalent (minimum 2 passes) for direct entry, or relevant HND/foundation qualification

  • English language proficiency may be required

Course Structure

Personal and Professional Development Through Inclusive Practice

HND-PSY-01 • Semester 1

Compulsory

Developing Empathic Communication for Effective Therapeutic Relationships

HND-PSY-02 • Semester 1

Compulsory

Preparing for Research (Pearson-set)

HND-PSY-03 • Semester 1

Compulsory

Ethical Frameworks in Counselling

HND-PSY-04 • Semester 1

Compulsory

Self-awareness and Reflective Practice in Counselling

HND-PSY-05 • Semester 2

Compulsory

Theoretical Perspectives in Counselling

HND-PSY-06 • Semester 2

Compulsory

Individual Differences

HND-PSY-07 • Semester 2

Compulsory

Digital Approaches in Caring Professions

HND-PSY-08 • Semester 2

Compulsory

Counselling Skills Development and Practice

HND-PSY-09 • Semester 3

Compulsory

Working with Diverse Clients in Therapeutic Counselling

HND-PSY-10 • Semester 3

Compulsory

Cognitive Behavioural Approaches to Counselling

HND-PSY-15 • Semester 3

Compulsory

Risk and Assessment (Pearson-set)

HND-PSY-11 • Semester 4

Compulsory

Psychodynamic Approaches to Counselling

HND-PSY-12 • Semester 4

Optional

Gestalt Approaches to Counselling

HND-PSY-14 • Semester 4

Optional

Pluralistic Approaches to Counselling

HND-PSY-17 • Semester 4

Optional

Fees and Funding

Tuition Fees

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Course fee: LKR 1,620,000

total

Application fee: LKR 25,000

Local tuition fee

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Course Facts

Location

Colombo

Duration

3 years | full-time

Upcoming Intakes

Tuition Fees

total

Course fee: LKR 1,620,000

Application fee: LKR 25,000

Verified informationMay 11, 2026

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