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Master of Science - Counselling (Children and Young People)

Birmingham campus — Birmingham, West Midlands, United Kingdom

Study Level: Postgraduate · Master's Degree
Duration: To be confirmed
Study Mode: To be confirmed
Next Intake: September 2027
Tuition Fee: GBP 18,970
Application Fee: None listed
Scholarships Available: None listed
Post-Study Work Information: Graduate Route: Verify before applying
Application Status: Open — confirm with Eagle Link (Not confirmed)

Program information is subject to institution confirmation. Fees, deadlines, intakes and entry requirements may change.

Overview

The MSc Counselling (Children and Young People) is designed to meet the professional accreditation requirements for counselling children and young people. It enables successful graduates, who have also completed all required practice components, to progress towards accreditation with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). On completion of the course, graduates demonstrate strong practical counselling competence, allowing them to complete the BACP Certificate of Proficiency and apply for BACP registration. The qualification, alongside BACP registration, supports employment as a counsellor specialising in work with children and young people while progressing towards full professional accreditation. The course includes a minimum of 100 hours of supervised client practice. In the first year, students have the option to undertake a placement working with adult clients, helping them develop skills relevant to working with parents, which is an important aspect of child counselling. There is also an opportunity to gain additional experience in adult counselling, with support from the course team in securing appropriate placements. In the second year, students work with children of both primary and secondary school age, ensuring a broad range of practical experience. Placements are typically arranged with local partner organisations and are closely supported and monitored by experienced staff, all of whom are qualified child counsellors and psychotherapists. Course and placement structures ensure that all practice is carried out safely and in line with the BACP ethical framework. Teaching combines theory and practice, with a strong focus on developing key counselling skills and competencies. Students are supported through supervision, case formulation, and discussion, alongside learning approaches that include play and creative media. The course also provides an in-depth exploration of the professional knowledge base required for child counselling, enabling graduates to develop the skills and competence needed for professional practice.

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Credential: Master's Degree
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Entry Requirements

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English-language requirements

English-language requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

Fees & Costs

Tuition fee: GBP 18,970
Application fee: None listed
Deposit required: Not listed
Estimated other compulsory fees: Not listed — confirm with Eagle Link.

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Scholarships

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Intakes & Deadlines

Upcoming intakes: September 2027, September 2028, September 2029
Application deadline: Confirm with Eagle Link
Application status: Confirm with Eagle Link
Intake availability: Not confirmed

Campus & Location

Birmingham campus

Birmingham, West Midlands, United Kingdom

4 Cardigan Street

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About the Institution

The Birmingham City University offers a range of subjects and specialisms across six Schools – Arts; Business; Law and Social Sciences; Architecture, Built Environment, Computing and Engineering; Life and Health Sciences; and Nursing and Midwifery – as well as the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire. The university’s early history can be traced back to 1843 with the founding of the Birmingham Society of Arts and School of Design. Over time, five individual colleges were brought together to form The City of Birmingham Polytechnic in 1971, which later became Birmingham City University. With around 31...

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Program information last verified 8 October 2026.

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