Master of Arts in Psychology - Counselling and Mental Health – East Bridge University (EBU)
Understanding the human mind is at the heart of healing, growth, and connection. As mental health challenges are increasingly visible today, the need for compassionate and skilled professionals who can listen, support, and guide is greater than ever. Counselling and mental health are not just careers; rather, they are pathways to making a real difference in people’s lives.
The online, flexible Master of Arts in Psychology – Counselling and Mental Health from East Bridge University (EBU) is thoughtfully designed to equip learners with the knowledge, empathy, and practical skills to support individuals through emotional challenges, foster resilience, and promote lasting well-being across diverse personal and professional contexts.
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Develop Advanced Psychological Understanding of Mental Health and Emotional Well-being.
The online MA in Psychology – Counselling and Mental Health at East Bridge University (EBU) is a flexible, forward-looking program blending psychological theory with practical counselling. This curriculum covers the foundations of behaviour, emotions, and mental well-being, building your ability to address real-life challenges with empathy and professionalism.
The program builds a strong foundation in human behaviour, cognition, and emotional processes, while advancing the learners' ability to engage with complex experiences such as stress, grief, and personal transition. It emphasises structured approaches to supporting change, fostering resilience, and facilitating meaningful personal development in individuals and groups. A defining aspect of the program is its focus on professional presence, cultivating the ability to create safe, reflective, and ethically grounded spaces for others.
Designed for graduates, working professionals, and individuals seeking purposeful career transitions, this flexible online program enables learners to balance study with personal and professional commitments.
Why Pursue an Online MA in Psychology – Counselling and Mental Health?
Develop Expertise in Mental Health and Emotional Well-being: Gain the ability to understand psychological responses, emotional processes, and behavioural patterns.
Build Practical Counselling and Communication Skills: Learn structured approaches to supporting individuals through emotional and behavioural challenges.
Study Through a Flexible Online Program: Balance your education with professional and personal commitments.
Apply Psychology in Real-World Contexts: Understand how psychological principles influence emotional resilience, behaviour, and well-being.
Prepare for Meaningful, People-Focused Careers: Develop skills that are valuable across counselling, healthcare, education, and support services.
Who is Most Suited for a Self-paced and Online MA in Psychology – Counselling and Mental Health program?
The online MA in Psychology – Counselling and Mental Health from East Bridge University (EBU) is designed for individuals who want to build expertise in emotional well-being, counselling, and applied psychology.
You’re a Graduate Looking to Specialise: If you want to deepen your knowledge in counselling and mental health, this program offers a clear pathway.
You’re Interested in Emotional and Behavioural Well-being: If you want to understand how people cope with stress, grief, and other emotional challenges, this program helps you build that understanding.
You Want to Work in People-Centric Roles: If you are interested in careers that involve communication, empathy, and behavioural insight, this program equips you with relevant skills.
You’re Planning to Transition into Psychology or Counselling Roles: If you are looking to move into mental health, counselling, or psychology-related professions, this program offers both academic depth and applied learning.
You Need Flexibility in Learning: If you want to study while managing other commitments, the flexible online format supports your journey.
Course Structure
Foundation: (10 Credits)
Conducting Accurate Internet Research
Digital Transformation
Core: (60 Credits)
Education Research and Writing
Ethnic and Gender Studies
Introduction to Psychology
Thinking Process and the Role of Language
Theories of Motivation and Emotions
Attitudes and Behaviours
Specialisation: (40 Credits)
The Psychology of Stress
The Psychology of Grief
Supporting Change
Self-Management and Space-Holding
Capstone Project: (10 Credits)
Research Paper on a topic related to your subject - 2000 words
Total - 120 Credits
Duration
The duration for East Bridge University's online MA in Psychology – Counselling and Mental Health program is generally up to 24 months.
The program is designed to offer flexibility, allowing you to balance your studies with professional and personal commitments. Dedicated academic support is available throughout your learning journey.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible to pursue an MA in Psychology – Counselling and Mental Health, 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 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
This program prepares you for impactful careers focused on emotional well-being, resilience, and psychological support.
Counsellor
Mental Health Practitioner
Wellness and Well-being Coach
School Counsellor
Rehabilitation Support Worker
Crisis Support Specialist
Community Mental Health Worker
Behavioural Support Specialist
Life Skills Coach
NGO Program Coordinator (Mental Health)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Counsellor
Industries You Can Work In:
Healthcare and Mental Health Services
Educational Institutions
NGOs and Community Organisations
Corporate Wellness Programs
Rehabilitation and Support Services
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 EBU’s All PG Diploma Level programs:
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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: Please note that the fees are subject to minor changes when converted from USD to other currencies.
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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