MSc Counselling and Psychology in Educational Settings

• 45+ years of Experience in Psychology Studies.
• Top 30 UK University postgraduate degree.
• Educational psychology & counselling, focusing on systemic approach.
• Supervised work placement in settings.

The programme is designed for students who wish to specialise in psychology applied to educational / school settings. The MSc in Counselling & Psychology in Educational Settings is also designed to help students work effectively as educational psychologists with children, young people, teachers, parents and other professionals. Students will acquire the essential theoretical and empirical knowledge as well as essential counselling skills, emphasising on systemic therapy, to meet the profession’s demands. Graduates will be able to apply their knowledge to prevent and address the various difficulties that are shaped and expressed in the school environment.

Why choose this course

• A unique programme focusing on the applications of psychology in education while simultaneously enriching students’ counselling skills.
• In-depth knowledge in a combination of two fields of study: educational psychology and counselling, focusing on systemic therapy
• Rooted in the local framework whilst acknowledging European and global frameworks, contexts and legislations.
• This programme is an MSc (Master of Science), which makes it less theoretical and more practical.
• High-quality teaching from experienced academics and active professionals
• Access to a fully-equipped observation suite (with a one-way mirror and audio-visual recording) appropriate for focus groups, interviews, role-plays and observational studies
• Personal development planning and links with continuing professional development and lifelong learning.
• Rooted in practice with the use of real-life examples, case studies and placement
• Attentive to varied assessment methods
• Mediterranean is the College with the most experience and expertise in Greece in the delivery of higher education courses in Psychology and Counselling and offers study options at multiple levels: from Level 5 Higher National Diploma to Level 7 Master’s Degrees.
• The University of Derby (Guardian University Guide 2020) is a TOP-26 UK University and in the TOP-10 for student employability. This stems from constantly developing the curriculum as directed by employers, professional and accreditation bodies.
• All academic staff are accredited lecturers of the University of Derby for every module they teach. Mediterranean College implements an integrated system of recruitment, assessment and continuing professional development of academic staff so that students receive excellent teaching and personal support to develop their social and professional skills.
• The School of Psychology offers students the opportunity to attend – alongside their studies – specialised seminars on the use of psychometric tools, in partnership with ISON Psychometrica (a leading company in Greece). Students can also attend certified training courses in Counselling, Psychotherapy and Clinical Diagnosis – Assessment.