BA (Hons) Humanistic Counselling Bachelor's degree at the University of Chichester
BA (Hons) Humanistic Counselling at University of Chichester. The University of Chichester, founded in 1839, holds Gold for teaching quality in the Office for Students' TEF 2023 and is.
About this course
Graduate with 300 hours of work experience on this British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy accredited course. From the provider’s course page.
BA (Hons) Humanistic Counselling is a Bachelor's degree (BA (Hons)) at the University of Chichester, based in Bishop Otter Campus. It is studied part-time; duration varies by route.
For Counselling, psychotherapy and occupational therapy graduates from this provider, 85% were in work or further study 15 months after graduating, 95% in highly skilled roles, typical earnings around £30,000. (HESA Graduate Outcomes / LEO, via Discover Uni.)
For the typical curriculum, specialisations, career paths and graduate earnings for Nursing & Health, see the sections below.
Course evidence score
The arithmetic mean of the official measures available for this course: NSS satisfaction, graduate activity and continuation.
Published threshold met NSS publication requires sufficient responses; small differences are not a rank. NSS mean of 7 published themes (Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)
Stronger evidence Published sample: 100. Cohort 2021-22. Graduate Outcomes work or further study 85% (2021-23; Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)
Published threshold met Discover Uni suppresses continuation data below its publication threshold. Cohort 2022-23. Continuation 95% (2022-23; Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)
Curriculum & modules
Real modules published for this course, grouped only where the source gives a year, stage or level.
Year One 3 modules
- Humanistic Frameworks and Human DevelopmentCore
Module details
This module helps you become familiar with some of the major humanistic theoretical approaches to counselling and aspects of common core within humanistic counselling. You will recognise areas where humanistic philosophy diverges and differences in counselling techniques. You will reflect on individual responses to the humanistic framework and develop ability to link theory with practice. You will explore major theories of developmental psychology, diversity of life-span development models, and
- Counselling Skills and Ethical Decision MakingCore
Module details
This module introduces the Person-Centred and Experiential Scale as a humanistic skills learning and assessment tool. You will be introduced to setting the therapeutic frame with clients and establishing the working alliance. Student practice will be assessed via the PCEPS with particular reference to PC1-6. You will be introduced to topics linking with PC7-10 and BACP OPT competences. The module demonstrates the need to raise awareness of ethical issues across challenging counselling situations
- PPD Group OneCore
Module details
This module runs throughout the academic year and aims to provide a reflective and creative group space that has no fixed agenda and is based on humanistic principles. You will increase self-awareness and how you function in a group through the experiential group process. A focus is to develop knowledge of who you are and how you relate to the group process in the here and now, interpreting the experience in your own way. The facilitator will follow a humanistic approach and offer sensitive inte
Year Two 3 modules
- Professional Counselling Practice; Understanding the Therapeutic ProcessCore
Module details
This module gives you an opportunity to consolidate your expertise in applying the humanistic competences PC1-10 from PCEPS Scale part one. You will practise and be assessed in PC 1-10 with a specific focus on PC 7-10. This module also further develops your professional and ethical awareness, exploring physical contact with clients, counsellor self-disclosure, client outcomes, the process of therapy, maintaining the therapeutic relationship, relationships in therapy, working with therapeutic
- PPD Group TwoCore
Module details
Providing a reflective and creative humanistic group space, this module focuses on developing self-awareness of personal communication patterns. Appreciation of difference is further developed as group members share thoughts and feelings that differ from others'. Safety of the group allows for exploration about differences, enhancing further understanding of oneself and others. The module will also provide an opportunity to explore and evaluate the implications of OPT working, including an under
- Counselling Skills in Context; Client IssuesCore
Module details
This module aims to consolidate learning from previous modules and encourages your continuing self-awareness and reflexivity in your casework. You will have the opportunity to discuss and receive peer feedback on your counselling work. Where appropriate to the cases presented, this will include reflection on OPT working. You will explore the range of pathology and mental wellbeing you may see in your clients, ending therapeutic relationships, counsellor response to diversity in clients and profe
Year Three 3 modules
- Expressive Arts Therapy & Existential TherapyCore
Module details
Part one of this module explores expressive arts therapy. It aims to define, discuss and recognise your own personal patterns in relation to art, play and creativity and begin to understand concepts of play, art and creativity as expressive arts within the counselling context. It includes an introduction to creative arts approaches within therapy. Links are made to Jungian theory of consciousness and symbolism, discussing these in relation to the key principles of creative arts and healing linke
- PPD Group ThreeCore
Module details
In this module, you will develop your self-awareness skills using the group for this process. The focus of self-reflection will be 'how do I experience myself and relate to others within the group'. You will explore themes around how issues of authority and intimacy influence your experience. The group provides a reflective and creative space for this exploration and has no fixed agenda. You will have the opportunity to identify your responses by examining your thoughts, feelings and physical se
- Critical Thinking in Humanistic Counselling & Developing Professional PracticeCore
Module details
This module aims to develop your critical thinking skills and understanding of humanistic theory with the aim of considering whether you can coherently integrate aspects of non-humanistic theory into your humanistic practice. You will make comparisons between Humanistic, Psychodynamic, Existential, Transpersonal and Cognitive Behavioural (CBT) models and critically analyse the models' varying theoretical perspectives and practices. You will be introduced to models of integration and evaluate whe
Source: provider course page. Modules can change; required/optional status, credits, descriptions and assessment are shown only when explicitly published.
Course in depth
What this course covers, who it suits and where it leads.
What you'll study
This course is accredited by the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy and includes 300 hours of work experience. You'll study the theory and practice of humanistic counselling, gaining practical skills alongside academic understanding. A course like this typically moves from foundational counselling principles and psychology in the early stages, progressing through specialist practice modules. You'll usually develop competency in therapeutic relationship-building, person-centred approaches and counselling ethics. Placements and supervised practice run throughout, grounding your learning in real clinical settings. Later stages often focus on advanced counselling skills, research and evidence-based practice, with opportunities to specialise in areas such as adult mental health, children's work or community support. The structure balances classroom learning with hands-on experience under supervision.
Who it's for
This course suits those seeking professional training in humanistic counselling practice. Most entrants hold A-levels or equivalent qualifications. The university offers bursaries and scholarships. Check their funding pages for what you may qualify for.
University & format
This BA (Hons) is studied part-time at the University of Chichester, a university founded in 1839, based at Bishop Otter Campus. The course is taught in English and is accredited by the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. As a recognised UK degree-awarding body, your qualification is nationally recognised. The university holds Gold in the Office for Students' TEF 2023 for teaching quality. Part-time study allows you to balance coursework with work or other commitments whilst building the practical hours required for professional accreditation.
Student satisfaction
How students on this course answered the National Student Survey, by theme.
Share of students responding positively.
Published threshold met NSS publication requires sufficient responses; small differences are not a rank. NSS mean of 7 published themes (Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)
Applicant information
The next application dates for this course, followed by facts the provider publishes.
Part-time application dates vary by provider. UCAS dates
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Opened 2 July 2026; last choice 19 October 2026. Check vacancies now. A cached page never claims a place is still available.
Entry & how to get in
Who gets in
What recently admitted students actually held, official admissions data, not a stated requirement.
Qualifications held on entry
| Qualification | Share |
|---|---|
| A-levels or equivalent | 35% |
| a previous degree | 30% |
| another higher-education qualification | 30% |
| an Access course | 5% |
Entry & your chances
An honest read from the official entry data, plus your personal match.
Entry is set by the university and based on your offer. Use your predicted grades to see how you compare, then check the university's stated requirements.
How to apply
Undergraduate applications go through UCAS. Here’s what matters for this course, the right deadline, the grades to aim for, and the steps in order.
- 1Register on UCAS Hub
Create your UCAS application and add this course. One application covers up to five choices.
- 2Write your personal statement
A single statement covers all your choices, so keep it broad enough for similar courses while showing genuine interest in this subject.
- 3Submit by Apply directly to the provider
Part-time application dates vary by provider. Source: UCAS 2027 dates.
- 4Reply to your offers
When decisions are in, pick a firm (first) choice and an insurance (back-up) choice with slightly lower grades.
- 5Results day & confirmation
On results day (mid-August) your place is confirmed if you meet the offer. Just missed? Talk to the university, or find a place through Clearing.
Fees & funding
What this course costs and how UK student finance covers it.
Tuition per year
Standard capped home fee at English providers (2026/27); Scotland, Wales & NI differ.
Check fees at University of Chichester →For students who normally live in England
2026/27 Student Finance England figures. Maintenance support is means-tested and this two-point view is not an entitlement calculator. The course total uses its published length and home fee where both are available; a missing full-time fee uses the clearly labelled England-cap scenario, while part-time fees and unknown lengths are never guessed. Use the official calculator. Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland use separate systems: SAAS, Student Finance Wales, and Student Finance NI.
Starting on or after 1 January 2027?
The Lifelong Learning Entitlement is a separate system. A new learner’s tuition entitlement is currently stated as £39,160 (about 480 credits at 2026/27 fee levels), subject to prior study and eligibility. Check the official LLE guide.
Paying for it
- Tuition Fee Loan: can cover eligible tuition up to the applicable limit and is paid straight to the provider.
- Maintenance Loan: up to £10,830/yr away from home outside London (England, 2026/27), means-tested on household income.
- Repayment: 9% of income above £25,000, nothing below it; written off after 40 years.
- Earn alongside: most students work part-time in term, part-time roles on the StudySmarter job board.
England figures shown; Scotland, Wales & NI run their own schemes, check gov.uk.
Scholarships & bursaries you could qualify for
That does not mean no funding exists. Check the university directory for current amounts, eligibility and application dates.
National funding for this subject
- NHS Learning Support Fund: Eligible nursing, midwifery and allied-health students can receive a non-repayable training grant. Official guidance
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Careers & earnings
What Nursing & Health graduates actually earn, from real outcome data, 15 months, 3 years and 5 years after graduating.
Graduate earnings: this course
| When | Median | Typical range | Graduates |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months after | £30,000 | £28,000 – £35,000 | 100 |
| 3 years after | £14,500 | £11,500 – £22,500 | 30 |
| 5 years after | £22,500 | £13,500 – £27,500 | 20 |
Nominal earnings for graduates of this course/subject at this provider. Stronger evidence. Published sample: 100. Cohort 2021-22.
Graduate outcomes, 15 months on: this course
- 1Newly Qualified PractitionerPreceptorship / first post · 0–2 yrs
- 2Registered PractitionerAutonomous practice · 2–5 yrs
- 3Senior / SpecialistSpecialist or team lead · 5–10 yrs
- 4Advanced / Consultant PractitionerAdvanced practice or management · 10+ yrs
How pay grows: this course vs Nursing & Health nationally
National figures for Nursing & Health graduates, HESA Graduate Outcomes (15 months) and the Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) dataset (3 & 5 years). These are national, not university-specific; actual pay varies by employer, region, role and experience. Different cohorts, so the bars are not one group over time.
Work out your pay
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What happened to 100 students?
Choose an outcome to translate the published percentage into a simple 100-person view. Each dot represents one percentage point, not an individual tracked student.
were in work or further study
15 months after graduation
Source: Discover Uni, using Graduate Outcomes and continuation data. Cohorts: 2021-23. Stronger evidence. Published sample: 100. Cohort 2021-22. Each tab is a separate published measure; categories can overlap and should not be added together.
Value compared with similar courses
How this course’s 5-year median earnings compare with Nursing & Health courses at the same study level.
Compared with 1,506 courses with compatible official earnings data. This is a course-value comparison, not a quality ranking.
UK occupations graduates enter
Published graduate destinations, joined conservatively to UK SOC 2020, ONS pay and Skills England demand.
- Welfare and housing associate professionalsSOC 2020 322 · 55% of published destinations · ASHE median £27,937
- Therapy professionalsSOC 2020 222 · 15% of published destinations · ASHE median £37,338
- Teaching ProfessionalsSOC 2020 231 · 15% of published destinations · ASHE median £42,660
Discover Uni JOBLIST/JOBTYPE; ONS ASHE 2025 provisional, all employee jobs; Skills England Occupations in Demand 2025. SOC is shown only for an exact normalised label match; demand is shown only at exact four-digit SOC. Published sample: 35; response rate: 50%. Pay describes the occupation across workers, not a guaranteed graduate salary.
Job market & outlook
How Nursing & Health graduates fare in the labour market, and how AI is reshaping the work.
How AI is changing the work
AI doesn't replace the profession, it shifts it: routine tasks get automated, while judgement, working with people and using AI well become more valuable.
What AI takes off your plate
- Routine documentation and triage support
- Scheduling and records admin
- First-pass risk flags from data
- Standard reference look-ups
More human than ever
- Hands-on, compassionate care
- Clinical judgement and accountability
- Communicating with patients and families
- Ethics and safeguarding decisions
The strongest graduates pair subject depth with the ability to use AI tools critically.
Roles & employers
Where Nursing & Health graduates typically go, indicative destinations from graduate career data. Each role links to live openings on the StudySmarter job board.
Roles graduates go into
Where they work
- NHS trusts
- Private healthcare
- Care providers
- Community & mental-health services
Jobs after this course
Current roles from the StudySmarter job board that suit Nursing & Health graduates.
Nursing Home ManagerJarrodean Healthcare RecruitmentSenior Charge Nurse Uist Community Nursing teamNHS National Services ScotlandCare Assistant - Nursing Home | Flexible Hours, Weekly PayMpa RecruitmentCare Assistant (Nursing) - Nightshift - RatheaneMacklin Care Homes LimitedSenior Support Worker: Meaningful Care & Flexible ShiftsPotens GroupDental NurseBupa Dental CareIs this course right for you?
The essentials UK applicants ask about: finance, outcomes, entry and quality.
Student finance
For comparison, the standard full-time England tuition cap is up to £9,790 per year in 2026/27; the actual fee varies by course and provider. If you normally live in England, eligible students can apply for a Tuition Fee Loan, plus a Maintenance Loan for living costs. Under Plan 5 you repay 9% of income above £25,000, nothing below that, and the balance is written off after 40 years.
Where graduates go
85% were in work or further study 15 months after graduating, with a median salary of £30,000. See the full breakdown in Careers & earnings above.
Official-data snapshot
Averaging the official measures published for it, this course scores 9.0 out of 10: NSS 91.3% · in work or study 85% · continued 95%.
Who studies here and in this subject?
Provider- and UK subject-level context.
The University of Chichester
Subjects allied to medicine across the UK
HESA student record 2024/25. Counts are rounded.
Local crime-data context
A neutral snapshot around the published teaching location.
Around Bishop Otter Campus
1,336 street-level reports returned within roughly one mile across 2026-04 to 2026-06.
Police.uk street-level API. Approximate locations, not confined to campus. England, Wales and Northern Ireland; not Scotland.
Is Nursing & Health right for you?
Tick what applies to you and see how good a fit it is.
International students
What applying to University of Chichester from outside the UK involves: fees, English, visa, funding and living costs.
Tuition fees
International tuition is set per course by University of Chichester; international fees are typically £12,000–£30,000/year for classroom subjects and higher for lab/clinical ones. You’re not eligible for UK Tuition Fee or Maintenance Loans, so plan for fees plus living costs upfront.
English language
Most UK undergraduate courses ask for around IELTS 6.0–6.5 (no band below 5.5–6.0), or an accepted equivalent. If you’re just short, most universities run a pre-sessional English course that counts towards the requirement.
Student visa
You’ll usually need a Student visa (Student Route). After you accept an offer the university issues a CAS; you then show funds for fees plus about £1,023–£1,334/month living costs and pay the Immigration Health Surcharge for NHS access.
Scholarships & funding
Many universities offer international/global scholarships (often £2,000–£6,000/yr), check University of Chichester’s funding pages.
Living costs
Budget roughly £1,100–£1,400/month outside London and £1,400–£1,800/month in London for rent, food and travel; the figure also matters for your visa.
Working while you study
A Student visa usually allows up to 20 hours/week in term time and full-time in holidays, useful alongside study, though not something to rely on for fees.
Visa rules and fees change. Always confirm the current requirements with University of Chichester and gov.uk before you apply.
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