**why study ba applied psychosocial & psychotherapy studies at goldsmiths** **a multidisciplinary degree where you are taught counselling and psychotherapy practices but also learn about the social and cultural contexts of their production.** - this is an innovative multidisciplinary degree, concerned with the interrelationship between self, psyche and society. it promotes a psychosocial framework of understanding the interconnections between the personal and the social, inner and outer worlds, as well as the social conditions to mental health. - you will be equipped with skills and a critical understanding to work in the mental health field but also in educational, therapeutic and other settings that engage with vulnerable and marginalised individuals and groups. - the degree will be of great relevance to those who wish to undertake further theoretical studies or formal clinical training as counsellors and/or psychotherapists. - you'll be taught by a highly experienced team of academics, therapists and counsellors. - you'll develop your understanding of counselling and therapy practices, and their social and cultural contexts. - we place great importance on your unique life experiences and personal qualities, and encourage you to continuously question your values in relation to what you are learning. - we'll encourage you to develop your imagination, creativity and risk-taking ability, and will promote the importance of challenging orthodoxy. - we're committed to widening participation and life-long learning. - our diverse mix of students helps create an inventive and stimulating environment.