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MSc Counselling and Positive Psychology
The master’s programme MSc Counselling and Positive Psychology of the University of Greater Manchester is an 18 month full-time programme which involves the comprehensive study of selected areas in counselling and positive psychology at an advanced level, and the acquisition of advanced professional practice and research skills. Topics covered include Positive Psychology theory, research and practice, therapeutic counselling and research methods for counselling and coaching. The programme includes120 hours of supervised clinical practice. Graduates will be able to apply the skills learnt on this MSc within health and social care settings, private practice, research and teaching, and management roles where working with people is the prime focus.
Graduates can become members of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), the International Positive Psychology Association and the Hellenic Association of Positive Psychology (upon individual application).
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Curriculum
The programme includes the following modules:
- Therapeutic Counselling
- Foundations of Positive Psychology
- Positive Psychology in Practice
- Supervised Counselling Practice 1
- Qualitative Inquiry
- Research Methods for Counselling and Coaching
- Positive Psychology Dissertation
The distinctive feature of this master's programme is its flexibility, as classes take place only on Friday evenings and Saturdays, so that professionals can combine post-graduate studies with working. All courses are delivered in English.
To enter in the programme, students must have:
- A good standard of English (IELTS 6.0 and above)
- A good Bachelors degree in Psychology, or a relevant area, at 2.1 or above (those who have a 2.2 may be accepted after a successful interview)
- Experience in a support capacity in one to one helping roles
- Two satisfactory references (one academic and one from employer/ volunteering organisation)
- Counselling qualifications will be an added advantage but not an essential requirement
Careers
This course is designed to enhance practice and facilitate employment and career progression in counselling and positive psychology within health and social care settings, private practice, research and teaching, and management roles where working with people is the prime focus.
“The MSc in Counselling and Positive Psychology offers a unique opportunity for students to gain competence from two disciplines and thus the opportunity to have a wide variety of job roles within practice, education and training, business, healthcare, charities and government agencies.”
Marsha Koletsi, CPsychol, AFBPsS Psychologist, Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist and Accredited Supervisor of the British Psychological Society
“The ability of graduates to provide counselling based on positive psychology will make them highly eligible to the Greek market, which has already accepted and needs more positive psychology professionals.”
Dr Agathi Lakioti, Clinical Psychologist, Psychotherapist and board member of the Hellenic Association of Positive Psychology
Professors
Testimonial
University of Bolton link tutor testimonial
As the link tutor for the Msc Counselling and Positive Psychology we are proud of the ongoing partnership with New York College in Athens. The course in Athens closely echoes the course at the University of Bolton which delivers a range of modules relating to therapeutic approaches, counselling, supervised practice and positive psychology. During a visit in May, the partnership reviewed the delivery of the course and found it to be thoroughly enjoyed by both staff and students across both campus'. We are looking forward to continuing our work together and developing the course.
Charlotte Conn (MBACP, FHEA, Msc, PGCert, PGDip, Bsc) Link, Senior Lecturer in Psychology and Programme Lead for Msc Counselling and Positive Psychology, School of Psychology, University of Bolton.
Testimonial
Ioanna Papadopoulou, Counselling - Positive Psychologist
As a psychologist and a graduate of the Department of Psychology at the University of Athens, I knew from very early on that my path in the field of mental health would focus on the therapeutic aspect. My need to offer meaningful support led me to seek a graduate program that would combine scientific validity with a contemporary, evolving approach.
In this search, the Master's program in Counselling and Positive Psychology at New York College in collaboration with the University of Greater Manchester piqued my interest - mainly because of its combination of counselling practice and Positive Psychology, a field that has only in recent years begun to develop in Greece.
This choice contributed substantially to my professional development. The program managed to bridge theory and practice, enriching my knowledge and the techniques I use today both in the private school in Athens where I work and in my private practice, supporting adolescents and adults.
Beyond the academic content, the program offered me the experience of studying in an internationally oriented environment, experiencing first-hand the workings of an English university. I had the opportunity to meet some highly regarded instructors whose approach and dedication inspired me to develop both personally and professionally.
If I had to summarize my experience, I would say that the program has contributed significantly to the formation of my counselling identity and to the shaping of my professional path.
Should you want any further information about my studies or its use in my professional life, you can contact me at ipapadopoulou.psy@gmail.com
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WHY CHOOSE THIS PROGRAM
- It leads to a professional qualification in counselling and psychotherapy
- You will achieve practical competency in counselling and psychotherapies for common mental health problems such as depression, anxiety, stress, trauma
- You will receive high quality clinical supervision and complete 120 hours placement in the area of counselling, psychotherapy and positive psychology
- This 18 month full-time programme can be combined with working - classes are only on Friday afternoons and Saturdays
- Two intakes per year, in February and October
- Graduates will be able to apply the skills learnt in many settings, such as health and social care, education and in private practice
- Graduates can proceed to a PhD in Psychology
University of Greater Manchester
Among the 30 best and fastest developing Universities of the United Kingdom (Guardian 2024)
The public British university University of Greater Manchester (known until 2024 as the University of Bolton) has a long history and strong commitment to the provision of high-quality education. It was founded in 1824 as Bolton Mechanics’ Institute, one of the first educational institutions in Great Britain. The University of Greater Manchester has managed to stand out for the quality of its teaching. The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2023 ranks it first in North West England for teaching quality, the Complete University Guide 2024 ranks it first in student satisfaction, while the University held the 30th position according to the Guardian’s 2024 ranking list of British Universities. Recently, the BBC highlighted the UNIVERSITY OF GREATER MANCHESTER as a model for the Universities of Britain regarding its operating standards for student safety during the Covid-19 pandemic, and the British Minister of Education Michelle Donelan, from the podium of the House of Commons, referred to the “amazing work the University is doing.” New York College has a franchise agreement in accordance with the legislation of the Greek Ministry of Education, and the degree you will receive at the end of your studies is awarded by the University itself.
