Master of Arts in Counselling

East Bridge University’s Master of Arts in Counselling is a specialised program designed for individuals willing to take up a career in the dynamic fields of therapy, counselling, and psychology. The program is also perfectly suited for professionals already in the mental health space who are willing to upskill and be aware of the current trends and practices in counselling. With an interdisciplinary and research-based approach, our Masters program in Counselling will enable students to critically explore contemporary research along with specialised topics such as education counselling, relationship counselling, and group counselling.

Course Overview

Counselling is a field of study that delves deep into the understanding of the human psyche, emotional well-being, and therapeutic practices. A Master of Arts in Counselling equips candidates with specialised skills and knowledge in cognitive behavioural theories and various forms of therapy enabling them to help people struggling with various life’s challenges and improve their mental well-being. Our master's program in counselling also enables candidates to offer personalised assistance to their clients and build robust professional relationships while making a mark as a seasoned counsellor in the field of therapy and human behaviour.

The Master of Arts in Counselling program from East Bridge University is completely online and comes with a flexible course structure enabling students to pursue their academic journey from anywhere in the world without compromising on their professional or personal commitments. With reflective and research-based assignments, the Master's program in Counselling allows students to use their theoretical knowledge to address real-world challenges in counselling practices. With a robust understanding of various techniques and approaches in counselling, the program provides students with the grounding which is required for addressing the changing needs and issues of contemporary society.

Course Structure

Foundation: (10 Credits)

Conducting Accurate Internet Research
Digital Transformation

Core: (60 Credits)

English as an International Language
Education Research and Writing
Ethnic and Gender Studies
Thinking Process and the Role of Language
Theories of Motivation and Emotions
Attitudes and Behaviours

Specialisation: (40 Credits)

Foundations of Counselling & Counselling Theories
Human Growth, Development, and Multicultural Counselling
Ethics, Professional Issues, and Psychological Assessment
Counselling in Schools & Communities

Capstone Project ( Choose any 1) – 10 Credits

Prepare a paper on any topic by attending a live online webinar– 2000 words
Attend any seminar on the specialisation subject in your region and create a reflective paper on the same - 2000 words
Research Paper on a topic related to your subject - 2000 words

Duration

The duration for East Bridge University’s online Master of Arts in Counselling program is generally up to 24 months. Our program officers will help you complete the course in an accelerated process.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible to pursue a Master of Arts in Counselling, an applicant must meet the following criteria:

A recognised bachelor's degree in any field or its equivalent.
Prior work experience and learning credits from previous courses.
A basic English Proficiency Level (IELTS Level 5.0, or studied all subjects in English at High School, or at least 55% of marks in English at High School).
Knowledge of conducting basic online research through internet browsing and proficiency in MS Word is desired.

Admission Process

The candidate needs to fill out the application form on our website.
After submitting the application form, the candidate receives an email from our enrollment department with detailed instructions.
The candidate is then required to fill out the admission evaluation form and submit their updated resume.
Upon the acceptance of enrollment, the candidate receives a provisional offer letter with the program fee, payment plan, and admissible scholarship, if any.
After the confirmation, the candidate is required to make the payment for the course fee, which marks the end of the application process.

Career Opportunities

School Counselor
Mental Health Counselor
Marriage and Family Counselor
Substance Abuse Counselor
Career Counselor
Community Counselor
Rehabilitation Counselor
Crisis Counselor
Corporate Wellness Counselor
Grief Counselor
Child and Adolescent Counselor
University Lecturer or Trainer

Fee Structure

All programs offered by East Bridge University come with the flexibility of pursuing an academic journey from anywhere in the world without the need to be available at any particular location. Our programs are designed to be affordable to people from all across the globe, considering the needs and requirements of people from various walks of life.

We understand the need for financial planning in any decision-making process. We have easy instalment plans when it comes to fee payment, without any extra interest charged. All our payments can be done through various modes such as Credit Cards, Online Bank transfers, PayPal, or Cash at our Global Centers.

Our course fees include tax, program of study, LMS access, study guide, evaluation and assessment, diploma, and courier charges for Degree dispatch to your country. However, separate charges are applicable for Certificate Notary and Apostille, which are issued from Paris.

Course Fee for EBU’s Master in Arts programs:

Country	Currency	Amount
European Union	Euro	3230
United Kingdom	GBP	2800
United States of America	USD	3500
India	INR	290000

Disclaimer: Please note that the fees are subject to minor changes when converted from euros to other currencies.

Refund Policy:

If any students want to discontinue the course after the program fee has been paid and they have not received any course access, 50% of the tuition fee will be refunded.
There will be no refund of course fees once the student is given access to the course materials.
All applicants are advised to read the terms and conditions before making payments.
The refund process may take up to 3 months.