Psychotherapy postgraduate degrees in Central England

6 universities offer 14 postgraduate courses. To get the best results for postgraduate psychotherapy degrees, enter your predicted grades.

Favourite icon outline Favourite icon filled
We have added this to your comparison
View comparison Chevron right

Birmingham Newman University

1 psychotherapy courses WEST MIDLANDS
WUSCA ranking: 6th
WUSCA Student Ranking

These are the 2025 rankings, based on ratings given by past and present students

University image
What students say about psychotherapy

I think all the lecturers are friendly and approachable. However, I felt during the school placement that I wasn't fully support, I think there could be clearer support and structure when you are completing the placement.

Where our reviews come from
Why should you trust our uni reviews ?

We collect thousands of reviews on uni campuses from real students, and online reviews can only be submitted using an authorized university email address.

Favourite icon outline Favourite icon filled
We have added this to your comparison
View comparison Chevron right

University of Wolverhampton

1 psychotherapy courses WEST MIDLANDS
WUSCA ranking: 34th
WUSCA Student Ranking

These are the 2025 rankings, based on ratings given by past and present students

University image
What students say about psychotherapy

The best aspect of my university experience has been the supportive learning environment and access to diverse academic and professional opportunities. The teaching staff are approachable and knowledgeable, and the university provides useful resources that help students develop both academically and professionally. Studying in a diverse community has also helped me grow in confidence and cultural awareness. The most challenging aspect has been balancing academic responsibilities with part-time work and managing living costs, especially as an international student. While support services are available, clearer guidance on financial support, employability opportunities, and tailored support for international students would further improve the overall experience. Overall, the university is a great place to study, and enhanced support in these areas would make the student experience even stronger.

Where our reviews come from
Why should you trust our uni reviews ?

We collect thousands of reviews on uni campuses from real students, and online reviews can only be submitted using an authorized university email address.

Favourite icon outline Favourite icon filled
We have added this to your comparison
View comparison Chevron right
Modules
Year 1
  • Applications of Person- centred therapy
  • Clinical practice and personal and professional development
  • Conducting and Interpreting Research
  • Humanistic Philosophies and Personality Theories
  • Relational integrative theory and practice in counselling and psychotherapy
View all modules arrow right
Favourite icon outline Favourite icon filled
We have added this to your comparison
View comparison Chevron right

University of Hertfordshire

2 psychotherapy courses EASTERN ENGLAND
WUSCA ranking: 12th
WUSCA Student Ranking

These are the 2025 rankings, based on ratings given by past and present students

University image
What students say about psychotherapy

One of the best aspects of my university experience has been the diversity and welcoming atmosphere. As an international student, that sense of inclusion really matters. The campus is modern, the accommodation is convenient, and it’s easy to meet people from different backgrounds. I also appreciate that lecturers are approachable and the teaching feels practical and relevant to real careers. The most challenging part for me was definitely information overload at the beginning. There were a lot of emails, updates, platforms, and systems to understand all at once, which honestly made me feel anxious at first. However, once you learn how everything works and organize what’s important, it becomes much more manageable. Overall, it is a supportive environment where you can grow academically and personally, it just takes a little time to adjust.

Where our reviews come from
Why should you trust our uni reviews ?

We collect thousands of reviews on uni campuses from real students, and online reviews can only be submitted using an authorized university email address.

MA Art Therapy
clock icon 2 years full time
Favourite icon outline Favourite icon filled
We have added this to your comparison
View comparison Chevron right
Modules
Level 7
  • Clinical Reasoning in Art Therapy
  • Core Art Therapy Skills
  • Intersectionality in Art Therapy
  • Key Concepts in Art Therapy
  • Professional Skills in Art Therapy
View all modules arrow right
Favourite icon outline Favourite icon filled
We have added this to your comparison
View comparison Chevron right
Modules
Options
  • CBT Beginning with Clinical Supervision
  • CBT for Common Mental Health Problems 1
  • CBT for Common Mental Health Problems 2
  • Continuing with Clinical Supervision
  • Dissertation Project
View all modules arrow right
Favourite icon outline Favourite icon filled
We have added this to your comparison
View comparison Chevron right

University of Essex

5 psychotherapy courses EASTERN ENGLAND
WUSCA ranking: 73th
WUSCA Student Ranking

These are the 2025 rankings, based on ratings given by past and present students

University image
What students say about psychotherapy

- there are plenty of activities and events - clear signposting and communication from the SU butt..... - would be great to see food options on campus catering to different needs. i.e. gluten free

Where our reviews come from
Why should you trust our uni reviews ?

We collect thousands of reviews on uni campuses from real students, and online reviews can only be submitted using an authorized university email address.

Favourite icon outline Favourite icon filled
We have added this to your comparison
View comparison Chevron right
Modules
Year 1
  • Literature Review
  • Research Methodologies and Research Design
  • Research Processes
  • Research Proposal
View all modules arrow right
Favourite icon outline Favourite icon filled
We have added this to your comparison
View comparison Chevron right
Modules
Year 1
  • Literature Review
  • Research Methodologies and Research Design
  • Research Processes
  • Research Proposal
View all modules arrow right
Favourite icon outline Favourite icon filled
We have added this to your comparison
View comparison Chevron right

Keele University

1 psychotherapy courses WEST MIDLANDS
Subject ranking: 23rd
Complete University Guide Subject Ranking

Source : Complete University Guide 2026

University image
What students say about psychotherapy

It is good as there is a plethora of support available for all kinds of needs, however, the learning methods are very monotone and there is no atmosphere in the lessons, but this is largely down to the unenthusiasm of a lot of students. Additionally, the facilities are decent but no better than the ones at I had at college, there is just a greater quantity of them. Given that you have to pay for university but not college, you would expect there to be significantly better facilities at a university compared to a college

Where our reviews come from
Why should you trust our uni reviews ?

We collect thousands of reviews on uni campuses from real students, and online reviews can only be submitted using an authorized university email address.

Favourite icon outline Favourite icon filled
We have added this to your comparison
View comparison Chevron right
Modules
Year 1
  • Counselling Dissertation
  • Exploration in counselling
  • Integration in counselling
  • Personal and Professional Development and Reflexivity
  • Practicum 1
View all modules arrow right
Favourite icon outline Favourite icon filled
We have added this to your comparison
View comparison Chevron right

University of Derby

4 psychotherapy courses EAST MIDLANDS
WUSCA ranking: 48th
WUSCA Student Ranking

These are the 2025 rankings, based on ratings given by past and present students

University image
What students say about psychotherapy

The best is the facilities the university has to provide for practical sessions that help us develop industry experience. Also, the staff are helpful when it comes to fulfilling any needs or queries. The worst part about my uni experience is the clubs that the uni provides as there aren’t many good clubs beside the sports ones that they have to offer. Also, the student nightlife isn’t so good as the clubs the city have to offer aren’t that good compared to other uni cities.

Where our reviews come from
Why should you trust our uni reviews ?

We collect thousands of reviews on uni campuses from real students, and online reviews can only be submitted using an authorized university email address.

Art Therapy MA
clock icon 2 years full time
Favourite icon outline Favourite icon filled
We have added this to your comparison
View comparison Chevron right
Modules
Options
  • Art Therapies Theory and Research in Relation to Practice One (20 credits)
  • Art Therapies Theory and Research in Relation to Practice Two (20 credits)
  • Art Therapy Clinical Placement One (20 credits)
  • Art Therapy Clinical Placement Two (20 credits)
  • Art Therapy Experiential Group (20 credits)
View all modules arrow right
Favourite icon outline Favourite icon filled
We have added this to your comparison
View comparison Chevron right
Modules
Options
  • Clinical Placement and Supervision
  • Clinical Supervision and Advanced Practice
  • Dance Movement Psychotherapy: Research, Theory and Skills
  • Experiential: Group Skills
  • Independent Scholarship: The Body Of Work
View all modules arrow right