About Psychology And Counselling Bsc (hons) in Abertay University
This fascinating programme combines a BPS-accredited psychology degree with counselling and mental health modules. Learn from research-active staff at the best modern university in Scotland for psychology research.
Why do people behave in the way they do? What makes people react in certain ways? How can mental health issues be treated? This innovative degree allows you to develop a scientific understanding of human behaviour and combine it with a knowledge of mental health and counselling skills.
Psychology is the scientific study of behaviour and mental processes, and the relation between the two. It explores how we act and interact, both as individuals and in groups, and the thoughts and feelings that motivate our behaviour.
Counselling is concerned with the integration of psychological theory with interventions and therapeutic practice. As a student on this course, you will develop a scientific understanding of psychology as a discipline and practical skills in counselling and therapy.
Academic qualification equivalents
- We normally require students to have a senior secondary school leaving certificate (12th standard from ICSE, CBSE or state boards) with a minimum of 65% or better, or the equivalent of A-levels or IB (International Baccalaureate).
English language requirements (one of the below):
- IELTS: 6.0 (with no band less than 5.5)
- TOEFL iBT: 78 (L-17, R-18, S - 20 and W - 17)
- PTE: 54 (all components at 51)
Abertay University Highlights
| Foundation Year |
1994 |
| Type of University |
Public |
| Location |
Urban |
| Percentage of Undergraduates |
89% |
| Graduate Prospects |
94% |
| Acceptance Rate |
29.04% |
| Mode of Application |
Online |
| Type of Courses |
Full time/Part-time |
Abertay University Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses
International applicants are always encouraged to have an estimate of the expenses required to study in a foreign land before enrolling at any institute abroad. A basic estimate of the expenses comprising cost of living in the UK is as compiled below.
Tuition fee*
| Course |
Fee for International students (in pounds) |
| Undergraduate programmes |
15,500 / 14,000** |
| Postgraduate taught degrees |
16,000 |
| PhD/ MPhil/ MbR in Food, Environment, Sport, Science, Engineering |
14,750 |
| PhD/ MPhil/ MbR in Ethical Hacking, Computing, Nursing, Computer Games, Computer Arts |
13,750 |
| PhD/ MPhil/ MbR in Economics, Accountancy, Counselling, Marketing, Management, Sociology, Psychology, Business |
12,750 |
| Pre-sessional English programme (5 weeks) |
1100 |
| Pre-sessional English programme (9 weeks) |
2200 |
*One must note that the tuition fees are different for Scottish and EU students and students from England, North Ireland and Wales.
**Note that the tuition fee may vary for different courses.
Other expenses
| Entity |
Estimated cost (in pounds) |
| Accommodation |
300 – 400 per month |
| Electricity and gas |
30 – 50 per month |
| Telephone bills |
15 – 20 per month |
| Travel (student railcard) |
30 per year |
| TV licence |
147 per year |
Abertay University Application Process
Basic Admission Requirements
- Offer letter
- Referees
- Personal statement
- Minimum 65% in boards or equivalent A-levels or IB
- Specific requirements of countries.
- Visa
- Proof of proficiency in the English Language: The minimum score required for application with the university are as follows:
| English Proficiency Test |
Minimum Score |
| IELTS |
6.0 |
| TOEFL |
78 |
| Pearsons(PTE Academic) |
54 |
| WAEC/NECO |
C6 |
| International Bacc |
English B at S5 or H5( if pursuing English A then the result is not needed) |
| Cambridge B2 First |
Cambridge Grading Scale-169 |
| Cambridge C1 Advanced |
Cambridge Grading Scale-169 |
| Cambridge C2 Proficiency |
