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for 25/26 Entry

MSc in Contemporary Person-Centred Psychotherapy

MSc in Contemporary Person-Centred Psychotherapy

The MSc in Contemporary Person-Centred Psychotherapy and Applications is an advanced professional training programme offered jointly by Middlesex University and Metanoia Institute. Designed for individuals aiming to become sophisticated person-centred psychotherapists, this part-time course combines theoretical knowledge with practical applications.
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Course Overview

The MSc in Contemporary Person-Centred Psychotherapy and Applications is an advanced professional training programme offered jointly by Middlesex University and Metanoia Institute. Designed for individuals aiming to become sophisticated person-centred psychotherapists, this part-time course combines theoretical knowledge with practical applications. It runs over one weekend per month over 10 months per academic year and includes a comprehensive exploration of contemporary developments in psychotherapy, research methodologies, and clinical practice. On successful completion, students will achieve an MSc in Contemporary Person-Centred Psychotherapy and Applications and a Metanoia Clinical Diploma in Contemporary Person-Centred Psychotherapy and Applications leading to UKCP Registration.

The course will provide opportunities for in-depth exploration of:

  • Ongoing developments in theory and practice within the ‘family’ of the Person-Centred approach including Mearns’ and Cooper's work on relational depth and configurations of self, Garry Prouty’s work on pre-therapy and Margaret Warner’s work on fragile process, as well as developments in experiential and focusing oriented therapy.
  • Current models of psychopathology in use within mental health services including approaches to diagnoses (DSMV), issues of risk and mutual assessment of competence and availability for psychotherapy. The course includes a mental health familiarisation placement and the emphasis will be upon gaining an understanding of the models currently prevalent within mental health settings and relating these to person-centred approaches with a critical perspective.
  • Influential models of child development (including the work of Daniel Stern and John Bowlby) again with the emphasis being on relating these ideas to 21st Century Person-Centred developmental theory.
  • Research methodologies, both compatible with the Person-Centred paradigm and some that might be contradictory to the values of the Person-Centred approach. We intend to support students to develop as sophisticated consumers and designers of research, who are able to critique from a person-centred perspective.
  • Contemporary neuro-scientific research relevant to psychotherapy (including the work of Allan Schore) with particular emphasis on the implications for Person-Centred developmental theory and clinical practice.

 

Course Summary

  • Field of Study: Person-Centred
  • Duration: 5 years
  • Start Dates: September
  • Teaching Institution: Metanoia Institute
  • Awarding Institution: Middlesex University
  • Accrediting Professional Body: UKCP
  • Location: In-Person at Metanoia Institute
  • Entry Requirements:
    • A UK Level 6 degree (or equivalent).
    • A Metanoia Certificate in Therapeutic Skills or an equivalent Certificate in Counselling qualification (or equivalent). This can be attained anytime up to the start of your programme.
    • For students whose first language is not English, an IELTS score of 7.0 (with a minimum of 6.5 in each component) is required unless you have a prior higher education qualification taught in English.
    • We also offer a supportive process to establish equivalencies in qualifications or experience (APL/APEL). If you do not easily meet our Level 6 Degree requirements, please contact us to discuss options.


Fees

Initial Fees:

  •  Optional Introductory Workshop - £225

Annual Course Fees for 2025/2026:

  • Year 1 (Diploma only fee): £5,125
  • Year 2 (Diploma only fee): £5,125
  • MSc Stage 1: £7,150
  • MSc Stage 2: £7,150
  • MSc Stage 3: £3,100

Validated by Middlesex University and Accredited by UKCP

This programme is validated and quality assured by Middlesex University and you will receive a Middlesex award on successful completion. This course is also accredited by the United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP).

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At Metanoia, we are committed to empowering the next generation of professionals in counselling and psychotherapy. This programme offers a unique opportunity to develop your skills and achieve your career aspirations in a supportive learning environment.

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ℹ️ Updated 10 Feb 2025