Counselling Children and Young People MSc Welcome Pack
Welcome to MSc Counselling Children and Young People – September 2026.
Welcome to the MSc in Counselling with Children and Young People at the University of Northampton (UON)! We are thrilled to have you join our course and we are keen to support you in pursue your career goals. Our course is designed with an integrative and ecosystemic view of counselling, emphasizing the importance of understanding the child within their unique context. You will be guided by experienced therapists who employ an interactive and engaging teaching delivery style, ensuring that you are not just learning, but also actively participating in your own growth.
We place a strong emphasis on reflexivity, inclusion, and diversity, fostering a group experience where every voice is heard and valued. Our assessment strategy encompasses a range of methods including skills assessment, case analysis, theoretical essays, group debates, and creative presentations. This multifaceted approach ensures that you not only gain theoretical knowledge but also develop practical skills that are essential in the field of counselling.
While we will support you in achieving the highest standards of academic performance, our main goal is to help you build a strong professional profile that will allow you to pursue a career in one of the most challenging, yet rewarding fields.
As you progress, you will also build vital connections and relationships with service providers and other professionals as part of your work-based learning experience, laying the foundation for your future career.
Welcome, and enjoy your training with us!
Your Course Leader
Ferdinando Salamino
Senior Lecturer
Ferdinando.Salamino@northampton.ac.uk
In my capacity of course leader, I am here to support you through your journey with us, not only with regards to your specific training needs and issues, but also in evaluating options for your study progression and career building. Talk to me if you are struggling with your life-work-study balance or just need some heads up about course-related issues and opportunities.
Additional staff
- Claire Harrison-Breed
- Elisa Gusmini
- Rick Murphy
- Matt Schofield
Preparing for your course
In preparation for your course starting in September, we hold a face to face welcome session beforehand so you can meet your Academic Team and other students studying the same course. These will be held on Wed 23 September in room 101 at the Leathersellers Centre, and a more detailed scheduled will be shared prior to the event via email. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact Ferdinando Salamino ferdinando.salamino@northampton.ac.uk
Wednesday 23 September
Session: Welcome session
- Time: Schedule to be announced
- Location: Room 101, Leathersellers centre, Waterside campus
Preparation and Pre-arrival tasks
Prior to joining the course, please attend our UNPAC “avoiding plagiarism” remote tutorial
Reading list
Please see our course reading list
