Increasing Diversity, Access and Participation in the Psychological Professions

Metanoia Institute is proud to introduce the Metanoia Institute Scholarship Fund, a transformative initiative to support aspiring psychotherapists and counsellors from underrepresented communities. Applications will open on 6^th January 2025, alongside programme admissions for the 2025/2026 academic year.

Our new scholarship scheme is designed for individuals from underrepresented communities, supporting Metanoia’s vision to increase diversity, access, and participation within the psychological professions. At Metanoia, our scholarship recipients will become the beacons of the psychological professions—future practitioners and leaders whose presence helps others navigate the systemic barriers in higher education and the psychological professions.

For applicants interested in a place in one of Metanoia’s undergraduate or postgraduate programmes in the 2025/2026 academic year, up to six scholarships valued at 50% of the course fee are available.  

Successful applicants will join a supportive community of change-makers with resources and mentorship throughout their studies at Metanoia. Scholarship recipients will also receive free access to Metanoia’s Certificate in Therapeutic Skills and Studies if they have not completed this introductory programme or its equivalent. 

Who is Eligible to Apply

The Metanoia Institute Scholarship Fund is open to individuals who:

• Would like to apply for a place in and meet the entry requirements for one of Metanoia’s undergraduate or postgraduate taught programmes for the 2025/2026 academic year (not available for Doctorate-level programmes)
• Are members of communities that are underrepresented in the psychological professions
• Face financial, cultural, or systemic barriers to accessing professional training
• Have a vision for creating a more inclusive and equitable mental health landscape
• Are committed to championing diversity, inclusion, and access to counselling and psychotherapy

How to Apply

Starting 6 January 2025, visit our website to submit your application, including the following:

1. Step 1: Check/confirm your eligibility for the scholarship
2. Step 2: If eligible, submit your application, including:
   1. Confirmation that you meet the eligibility requirements for the academic programme of your choice
   2. Your CV
   3. A written, audio or video personal statement (see the Personal Statement Submission Criteria document at the bottom of this page for details)

Simultaneously, submit your application for the undergraduate or postgraduate programme of your choice at metanoia.ac.uk. You will receive an answer to your scholarship application by 22 April 2025

Timeline

• 6 Jan 2025: Applications open
• 31 March 2025: Application deadline
  
• 22 April 2025: Award announcement date
• September 2025: Academic year start date