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University of West London

1 counselling courses LONDON
Subject ranking: 107th
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What makes my uni a great place to study is their student support. They try to help their students in any way possible to ensure that students get the best out of their education. I think it would be better if the university put more effort into societies and clubs such as sporting clubs and teams . It would help the university to have more of a community and really showcase other talents other than what students already study on their courses. My university do have societies and some sporting teams, however some of the societies don’t run anymore and it’s not made to be as big as it was when I first heard about it before I joined uni. I think it’s important to have that feel of community and university culture and to also show the inclusiveness of different cultures, groups and activities in which people associate them selves with.

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University of Suffolk

2 counselling courses EASTERN ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 44th
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WUSCA ranking: 9th
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I am an international student on distance mode, therefore I do not get the opportunity to use the physical infrastructures of the university. This is the reason why I could not rate higher for some areas. However, although online, I am well supported by the virtual learning platform and my research supervisors.

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Southampton, Solent University

2 counselling courses SOUTH EAST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 114th
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WUSCA ranking: 75th
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What makes it a great place to study is the friendly and supportive environment, the helpful lecturers, and the opportunity to meet people from different cultures. I also like the practical approach to learning. I think it could be improved by providing more career opportunities, especially part-time jobs for international students, and offering more networking events with companies.

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University of Bradford

2 counselling courses YORKSHIRE AND HUMBERSIDE
Subject ranking: 75th
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The University of Bradford stands out as one of the top universities in the UK. They offer excellent education and boast triple accreditation from AMBA, Equis, and IBA. Plus, they are very welcoming to students.

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Psychology with Counselling
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University of Derby

2 counselling courses EAST MIDLANDS
Subject ranking: 94th
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WUSCA ranking: 37th
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Pros: "The sense of community and the support from the Students' Union have been highlights of my time here. The campus facilities are modern, and there’s a great balance between academic rigour and social opportunities." Cons: "While the facilities are excellent, some of the older study spaces could benefit from more power outlets to accommodate students during peak exam seasons."

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University of Roehampton

3 counselling courses LONDON
Subject ranking: 76th
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WUSCA ranking: 26th
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One of the best parts of studying at Roehampton University is the friendly and supportive environment. The lecturers explain topics clearly and are always willing to help when students have questions. The campus is peaceful, with good facilities like the library, study rooms, and social spaces, which makes it a comfortable place to learn. I also enjoy meeting classmates from different countries and backgrounds because it helps me learn new ideas and understand different cultures. The teaching style at Roehampton makes learning easier and more enjoyable. Seminars and group activities help me understand the lessons better, and the coursework is practical, helping me connect what I learn to real-life situations. I feel that the university encourages students to think independently and build confidence. Overall, I feel supported in my studies, and this has helped me grow both academically and personally. Even though my experience has been positive, there are some areas that could improve. Sometimes the workload feels heavy, especially when deadlines are close together. Communication about certain tasks or readings can be unclear at times. More career support, part-time job opportunities, and more flexible timetables would also make things easier for students. However, these challenges are common in most universities, and Roehampton still offers a good overall student experience.

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Sheffield Hallam University

2 counselling courses YORKSHIRE AND HUMBERSIDE
Subject ranking: 92nd
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WUSCA ranking: 6th
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The best part of my university experience is how helpful my lecturers/academic advisors are. I also like how friendly students are on my campus. I don't have anything to say for "worst" aspect of university since I enjoy my time here.

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University of Portsmouth

4 counselling courses SOUTH EAST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 53rd
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WUSCA ranking: 73th
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i love the facilities at this uni, the library and the teaching is great. there are many places for all types of students ,quiet or not, to go and the nightlife in the city is prety decent. it is quite affordable compared to other universitys close by. the societies are fantastic aswell. the university could improve on certain teaching aspects in the first year to ease us into how very independant it all is

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Northumbria University, Newcastle

1 counselling courses NORTH EAST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 48th
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WUSCA ranking: 13th
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I am a remote learning student. I think there isn't as many interactive online sessions as I would have expected and the sessions there isn't a lot of class collaboration between students. However, support at university has been second to none, whenever I have got in touch with a department I have received a response within a working day.

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University of East London

1 counselling courses LONDON
Subject ranking: 102nd
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WUSCA ranking: 24th
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I love the scenery which is just by the River Thames. The accommodation is comfortable and peaceful. Worst experience is that students are made to search Placement opportunities themselves which can be quite exhausting.

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Counselling - BSc (Hons)
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Studying counselling

Studying counselling at uni will open doors to a career in a ‘helping profession’, as you’ll learn and practice counselling skills and techniques and develop your ability to critically analyse and apply theory to personal experiences and circumstances. Counselling is often studied alongside other disciplines like therapy, psychology and mentoring, and courses cover topics including mental health and wellbeing, counselling perspectives and therapeutic skills. Many counselling courses also include practical experiences and work placements, giving you the chance to work with real patients and put your knowledge into practice. This broad and multi-disciplinary subject area will help prepare you for a career in numerous job roles, such as teaching, counselling, nursing, social work and youth work. You may need to go into postgraduate study before getting employment in some of these roles.

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