Counselling and Mental Health with Foundation Year BA (Hons)
York St John University
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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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Start date

22-SEP-25

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4 Years

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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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York St John University

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22-SEP-25

Duration

4 Years

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A Foundation Year is an ideal option if you do not meet the entry requirements for your chosen degree, you have been out of education for a while, or you do not feel ready to start studying at degree level. You will study alongside other students who will go onto different degree courses. We make sure that the content is relevant to all of the available degree routes, but you will also benefit from learning more broadly outside of your chosen specialism. We focus on key concepts that are ...Read more

A Foundation Year is an ideal option if you do not meet the entry requirements for your chosen degree, you have been out of education for a while, or you do not feel ready to start studying at degree level. You will study alongside other students who will go onto different degree courses. We make sure that the content is relevant to all of the available degree routes, but you will also benefit from learning more broadly outside of your chosen specialism. We focus on key concepts that are central to all of these courses, and which will give you valuable background knowledge when you move onto the next level of your study.You will have the opportunity to build your professional experience by carrying out a 70 hour work placement in a setting suited to your career aspirations. Completing an extended independent project relevant to your course will help you feel more prepared for the increasingly independent study that will be required through your degree.Studying on a foundation year will help you to refine the academic skills needed for your degree. It is also an opportunity to build your confidence, settle into higher education, and be sure about the direction you will take your study next. You may find that your focus changes and you choose to progress onto a different route. The Foundation Year gives you the flexibility and broad understanding to be confident in your next steps.

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WUSCA ranking:
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10/101
CUG Subject Ranking
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87th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
101st
What students say
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Sam
21 Nov 23

There is so much support if I am struggling and the campus is so easy to..Read more

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Ellie
10 Nov 23

I love that the uni has a 24/7 library which makes it easier for students who don’t like to study at home, I also like that they have a canteen that is cheap and cheerful. The uni..Read more

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48 Grades / Points required

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£9,250 per year

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Scotland

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£9,250 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Wales

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£9,250 per year

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Students from Northern Ireland

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£9,250 per year

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Students from Channel Islands

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£14,000 per year

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Students from EU

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£14,000 per year

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York St John University
Lord Mayor's Walk York YO31 7EX United Kingdom
Nearest train station: York  0.4 miles away

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