Master of Arts in Counselling - Couples and Family Systems
Master of Arts in Counselling - Couples and Family Systems - East Bridge University (EBU)
East Bridge University’s online Master of Arts in Counselling - Emotional Intelligence is designed to equip learners with the skills that enable them to understand relationships deeply and help people build stronger connections.
Relationships form the foundation of human life, shaping emotional well-being, identity, and everyday experiences. Yet, navigating relationships is often complex, influenced by communication patterns, emotional histories, and evolving dynamics within families and partnerships.
The online and flexible MA in Counselling – Couples and Family Systems from East Bridge University (EBU) is designed to help you understand relationship dynamics, support individuals and families, and apply counselling practices that foster healthier, more resilient connections.
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Develop Advanced Counselling Expertise in Relationships and Family Systems
The online MA in Counselling – Couples and Family Systems at East Bridge University (EBU) is a flexible postgraduate program designed to build specialised counselling capabilities focused on relationships and family dynamics.
The program establishes a strong academic foundation in research, psychological principles, and human behaviour, enabling a structured approach to counselling practice. It further expands understanding through multicultural and diversity-focused learning, allowing for deeper insight into how relationships are shaped across different social and cultural contexts.
As the program progresses, it focuses on the dynamics of attraction, emotional bonding, and long-term relationships. It develops an understanding of attachment systems in both children and adults, enabling analysis of how early experiences influence behaviour and relationships over time. The program also addresses diverse family systems, including neurodivergent contexts, equipping individuals to work with a wide range of relational experiences.
Through a combination of academic depth and practical learning, the program prepares graduates to work effectively within relationship-focused counselling environments and pursue further professional specialisation.
Why Pursue an Online MA in Counselling – Couples and Family Systems?
Develop Specialised Expertise in Relationship Counselling: Build the ability to understand and support individuals, couples, and families through structured counselling approaches.
Understand Emotional Bonds and Attachment Systems: Gain insight into how relationships are formed, maintained, and influenced over time.
Study Through a Flexible Online Program: Pursue your education while balancing work and personal commitments.
Build Strong Communication and Counselling Skills: Develop the ability to manage complex conversations, resolve conflict, and guide relationship dynamics.
Work Across Diverse Family Systems: Learn to engage with varied family structures, including neurodivergent contexts and multicultural environments.
Who is Most Suited for a Self-paced and Online MA in Counselling – Couples and Family Systems program?
The online MA in Counselling – Couples and Family Systems from East Bridge University (EBU) is designed for individuals who want to work closely with relationships, families, and interpersonal dynamics.
You’re a Graduate Looking to Specialise: If you want to develop expertise in counselling with a focus on relationships and families, this program provides a clear pathway.
You’re Interested in Relationship Counselling: If you want to support couples and families in improving communication and resolving conflicts, this program builds the foundation you need.
You Want to Work in People-Centric Roles: If you are interested in roles that involve interaction, empathy, and understanding human behaviour, this program equips you with relevant skills.
You’re Planning to Transition into Counselling: If you are looking to move into counselling or psychology-related professions, this program provides both academic depth and applied insight.
You Need Flexibility in Learning: If you want to study while managing other commitments, the flexible online format supports your learning journey.
Eligibility
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 are 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 programme 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.
Course Curriculum
Foundation - 10 Credits
Conducting Accurate Internet Research
Digital Transformation
Core - 60 Credits
Understanding the Research Process
Ethnic and Gender Studies
Introduction to Psychology
Thinking Process and the Role of Language
Theories of Motivation and Emotions
Human Development, Diversity and Multicultural Counselling
Specialisation - 40 Credits
The Psychology of Attraction, Love and Long Term Bonding
Attachment Systems in Children and Adults
Neurodivergence in Family Systems
Facilitating Couples Sessions and Family Sessions
Capstone Project - 10 Credits
Research Paper on a topic related to your subject - 2000 words
Duration
The duration for East Bridge University’s online MA in Counselling – Conflict Resolution and Mediation is generally up to 24 months. You can balance your academic journey with professional and personal commitments while receiving continuous academic support throughout the program.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of this online MA in Counselling – Couples and Family Systems program develop specialised skills that are highly valued across counselling, healthcare, and social support environments.
Couples Counsellor
Family Counsellor
Relationship Consultant
Child and Family Support Specialist
Emotional Well-being Counsellor
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Specialist
Behavioural Consultant
Community Support and NGO Program Manager
Industries You Can Work In:
Healthcare and Mental Health Services
Counselling and Therapy Practices
Educational Institutions
NGOs and Social Impact Organisations
Corporate Wellness and HR
This program prepares you for impactful careers focused on relationships, emotional well-being, and long-term human development.
Fees
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 Centres.
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 Master of Arts in Counselling - Couples and Family Systems:
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Country
Currency
Amount
European Union
Euro
2,430
United Kingdom
GBP
2,150
United States of America
USD
2,800
UAE Dirham
AED
10,275
India
INR
240,000
Disclaimer: Fee depends on currency conversion & local taxes.
Refund Policy:
If any students want to discontinue the course after the payment of their fees, and they have not received any course access, then 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 applications are advised to read the terms and conditions before making any payments.
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