Applied Psychosocial and Psychotherapy Studies - BA (Hons)

Why study BA Applied Psychosocial & Psychotherapy Studies at Goldsmiths A multidisciplinary degree where you are taught counselling and psychotherapy practices but also learn about the social and cultural contexts of their production. - This is an innovative multidisciplinary degree, concerned with the interrelationship between self, psyche and society. It promotes a psychosocial framework of understanding the interconnections between the personal and the social, inner and outer worlds, as well as the social conditions to mental health. - You will be equipped with skills and a critical understanding to work in the mental health field but also in educational, therapeutic and other settings that engage with vulnerable and marginalised individuals and groups. - The degree will be of great relevance to those who wish to undertake further theoretical studies or formal clinical training as counsellors andor psychotherapists. - You'll be taught by a highly experienced team of academics, therapists and counsellors. - You'll develop your understanding of counselling and therapy practices, and their social and cultural contexts. - We place great importance on your unique life experiences and personal qualities, and encourage you to continuously question your values in relation to what you are learning. - We'll encourage you to develop your imagination, creativity and risk-taking ability, and will promote the importance of challenging orthodoxy. - We're committed to widening participation and life-long learning. - Our diverse mix of students helps create an inventive and stimulating environment.