Our Counselling courses will provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to thrive as a therapist. Our courses, spanning from Diplomas to a Bachelor’s Degree, provide a pathway for students to progress through different levels of counselling education.
Career-focused education
Our courses will combine counselling methods with an understanding of ethical considerations. Our focus on smaller class sizes ensure you’ll receive personalised attention from experienced lecturers. By the time you graduate, you’ll be ready to make a difference in the lives of others.
Achieving Academic Excellence
Over 80% of our students graduate with a 2:1 or above, reflecting our commitment to high academic standards.
15 Years of Educational Expertise
Proudly delivering quality courses for 15 years, UCP is a cornerstone of higher education in our community.
Award-Winning Education
UCP has been recognised with a TEF Silver award, underlining our excellence in teaching, learning and outcomes.
Counselling Courses
Our courses, spanning from Diplomas to a Bachelor’s Degree, provide a pathway for students to progress through different levels of counselling education.
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Case Studies
Shabana Bi
Shabana Bi, graduating with a Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling from University Centre Peterborough (UCP), opened her private clinic specialising in bereavement counselling. She reflects “the supervisors and tutors I’ve had have absolutely been a godsend, making my journey a lot easier!”
Reena Rayhaman
Reena Rayhaman pursued her Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling at University Centre Peterborough (UCP) after engaging with a charity in London. Balancing work and study, she found a supportive network at UCP, stating, “The tutor and peers were wonderfully supportive.”
Lewis Penta
Lewis Penta found University Centre Peterborough (UCP) the ideal place to advance his career in Counselling. Enrolling in a Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling with a passion for helping young people, Lewis quickly secured a role working with child victims of crime post-graduation in 2022, noting, “The course helped provide me with a job.”
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