PhD Counselling Studies
The PhD/MPhil in Counselling Studies programme is an advanced research degree enabling students to conduct in-depth independent research on a topic of their choice, thereby contributing to the knowledge and evidence base for counselling and psychotherapy.
When to apply
Applications for 2023/24 entry are now closed. Applications for 2024/25 entry will re-open on 1st October 2023.
| Start date |
September and January. |
| Length of study | Three years full-time, six years part-time |
| Programme director | Fiona Murray (Fiona.A.Murray@ed.ac.uk) |
Why Study this Programme
Students who successfully complete the MPhil / PhD will have a number of important skills and capabilities.
Structure
PhD study involves substantial independent research supported by an academic supervisor or supervisors.
Student Research and Potential Supervision
Counselling, Psychotherapy and Applied Social Sciences is a small subject area, which specialises in qualitative, reflexive and critical research approaches.
Career prospects
A PhD from the University of Edinburgh enhances the career prospects of professionally qualified counsellors, psychotherapists and practitioners using counselling skills in related fields, such as health care, social work or education.
Entry Requirements
Entrance requirements for the PhD programme in Counselling and Psychotherapy.
How to apply
We operate a gathered field approach for PhD applications. Find out how this works.