Bachelor of Counselling

The Bachelor of Counselling at Griffith University is a three-year undergraduate degree based in Brisbane, tailored for those seeking a career in professional counselling and support services. Students undertake a structured program consisting of individual units of study that amount to the required credit points for graduation. The course includes core counselling theories and practical skills, with an emphasis on ethical practice, communication, and psychological understanding. Throughout their studies, students develop client-centred approaches useful in a range of Australian social and community settings.

Classes are delivered across standard Australian university semesters, and students progress through introductory to advanced aspects of counselling. Later stages of the course often include professional placement or work-integrated learning, where students gain hands-on experience in local health organisations, community agencies, or schools. These placements support the transition from classroom learning to real-world scenarios, a valued feature in the Australian context where practical experience is key for future employment.

Graduates leave with strong communication, active listening, and empathetic engagement skills—core attributes for those entering the caring professions. The program attracts students who are motivated to support mental health and wellbeing, and who wish to develop the practical expertise and ethical standards required in the professional counselling field. Applicants should check Griffith University's official course page to confirm up-to-date details on structure and unit selection.

International students meeting Griffith’s English requirements can participate fully, and benefit from Australia’s current student work rights policy, allowing up to 48 hours work per fortnight during semester. Post-graduation, the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) post-study work stream is available to qualifying graduates, providing pathways to gain local experience in Australia's health and community sectors.

• Community counsellor in health and wellbeing organisations
• Case manager or support worker for not-for-profit agencies
• School or youth counsellor (additional qualifications may be required)
• Mental health support roles in government and private sector
• Client services or crisis intervention positions in community services

Australian employers include hospitals, rehabilitation centres, educational institutions, and various community service providers.