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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Counselling and Mental Health
Leeds Beckett University
Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Counselling and Mental Health course at Leeds Beckett University.
Select a qualification to see required grades
UCAS Tariff
120
a minimum of 80 from two A Levels or equivalent, excluding General Studies
Most popular A-levels studied
See who's studying at Leeds Beckett University. These students are taking Counselling and Mental Health or another course from the same subject area.
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| Psychology | B |
| Sociology | B |
| Religious Studies | C |
| Biology | D |
| Business Studies | C |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: B941
Here's what Leeds Beckett University says about its Counselling and Mental Health course.
Learn how to improve the lives of those in need. You'll prepare for a challenging but rewarding career in health and social care on this counselling course.
As part of this counselling and mental health degree, you’ll:
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Explore a wide range of theories within psychology, mental health, counselling, child development and psychotherapy
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Combine theoretical knowledge with your ability to build effective therapeutic relationships
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Study a variety of therapeutic approaches
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Explore psychotherapeutic models including cognitive and behavioural development and look at theories on how mental health issues develop across the lifespan
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Learn how to develop your interpersonal skills in order to build supportive, empathetic relationships between you and your clients
This course will open employment opportunities across a range of roles. However, if you wish to focus on becoming a Counsellor, after graduating you'll be eligible to apply for postgraduate professionally accredited counselling course to fulfil the next step of your training. Our two-year MA Integrative Counselling will enable you to achieve qualified therapist status with the BACP.
Find out more
This course is suitable for those working in mental health services wanting to further their knowledge and career, or for those wishing to enter the health and care professions.
Tailor your studies You’ll study a variety of therapeutic approaches and will be able to tailor the course to your career ambitions. On completion, you’ll be able to build positive therapeutic relationships that can foster positive change for your clients, for example with people experiencing anxiety, depression and addiction.
Enhance your career prospects You’ll practise your counselling and interpersonal skills using our interview and feedback rooms. Engaging with work-based learning opportunities, by volunteering or working in a relevant setting, you'll reflect on how you use your practical skills in the real world. These activities will help you become a confident, globally minded and emotionally mature individual, enhancing your career prospects in counselling and mental health care.
Industry links This course has been developed to offer awareness of ethical standards of practice. Your learning will be guided by expert academics from across the University, who include qualified and accredited counsellors, mental health nurses and psychologists.
Why study the Counselling and Mental Health course at Leeds Beckett University?
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96% of students on BSc (Hons) Counselling & Mental Health were positive about the way teaching staff explain things*
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Access to specialist facilities - including our communications suite where you'll enhance your practical skills in a realistic setting
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Explore fantastic work-based learning opportunities
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Learn from industry experts - with access to guest lecturers, speakers, and conferences
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Create the ideal study/life balance - choose full-time or part-time study to suit you
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Study a course shaped by academic research - you'll explore the latest knowledge and industry practices
*National Student Survey 2025
Source: Leeds Beckett University
Course details
Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Department
Health and Community Studies
Location
City CampusC | Leeds
Duration
3 Years
Study mode
Full-time
Subjects
• Counselling
Start date
21 September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
Tuition fees
| Location | Fees |
|---|---|
| England | £9,250 per year |
| Scotland | £9,250 per year |
| Wales | £9,250 per year |
| Northern Ireland | £9,250 per year |
The modules you will study
Year 1 Core Modules:
- Resilience
- Psychological Foundations for Practice
- Professional & Academic Skills
- Engaging & Communicating
- Introduction to Mental Health
- Human Growth & Development Across the Lifespan
Year 2 Core Modules:
- Development of Counselling Skills
- Mental Health & Practice
- Research Methods
- Coaching
- Therapeutic Practice
- Transcultural Perspectives & Practice
Year 3 Core Modules:
- Application of Counselling Skills
- Reflective Professional Practice
- Theory & Practice of Research
- Contemporary Mental Health Perspectives
- Cognitive Behaviour Therapy in Practice
Leeds Beckett University student reviews
Showing 64 reviews
Graduate
2 years ago
Lots of variations of modules, lots of books to buy/ loan ect. Some staff were also post grad students so we didn’t get their full attention or dedication. The rest of the staff were great and supportive and passionate about our journey
Graduate
2 years ago
Great Uni for feeling ‘part of’ and a family vibe. Lots of support on site if needed and the staff were generally friendly. The campus was spread out but not too hard to find. I was proud to attend this uni.
1st year student
2 years ago
The union doesnu2019t offer much compared to others iu2019ve seen. The food and drink is no cheaper than Spoons, and there is never anyone in there on nights out.
1st year student
2 years ago
There are numerous clubs of different types, and there is something for everyone. The Otley run is one of the best examples of uni night life in the country.
1st year student
2 years ago
Leeds is a very expensive city to live in particularly in terms of accommodation, however the university itself offers provisions to help with the cost of living, such as u00a32 hot meals, and a free shuttle bus between campuses.
1st year student
2 years ago
Weekly academic advisor sessions throughout the first semester, followed by regular checkups thereafter.
National Student Survey (NSS) scores at Leeds Beckett University
The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.
Here you can see ratings from Leeds Beckett University students who took the Counselling and Mental Health course - or another course in the same subject area.
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
82%
low
Teaching on my course
82%
low
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
71%
low
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
91%
med
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
87%
med
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
78%
low
Learning opportunities
84%
med
Learning opportunities
84%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
80%
low
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
89%
med
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
87%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
89%
med
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
76%
med
Assessment and feedback
77%
low
Assessment and feedback
77%
low
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
80%
med
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
84%
med
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
67%
low
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
78%
low
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
76%
med
Academic support
80%
med
Academic support
80%
med
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
82%
med
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
78%
low
Organisation and management
74%
med
Organisation and management
74%
med
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
82%
med
How well organised is your course?
67%
med
Learning resources
88%
med
Learning resources
88%
med
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
86%
med
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
88%
med
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
88%
med
Student voice
72%
low
Student voice
72%
low
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
67%
med
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
78%
low
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
71%
low
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
83%
high
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
89%
med
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
93%
high
Student information
See who's studying at Leeds Beckett University. These students are taking Counselling and Mental Health or another course from the same subject area.
Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
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Earnings after graduation
Earnings from Leeds Beckett University graduates who took Counselling and Mental Health - or another course in the same subject area.
Earnings
£24.8k
First year after graduation
£29.2k
Third year after graduation
£32.5k
Fifth year after graduation
Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to Counselling and Mental Health.
Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree
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