MA Music Therapy 24 months Postgraduate Programme By Anglia Ruskin University |TopUniversities
Programme Duration

24 monthsProgramme duration

Tuitionfee

18,400 GBPTuition Fee/year

Starting Month

SepStarting Month

Programme overview

Main Subject

Music

Degree

MA

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

We have been training music therapists for over 30 years and were the first UK university to establish a music therapy Masters degree. We work closely with colleagues at the internationally renowned Cambridge Institute for Music Therapy Research.

We earned the Queen's Anniversary Prize in 2021 for our music therapy research, receiving particular recognition for our focus on the wellbeing of people living with dementia.

We welcome applications from people with relevant musical skills and appropriate clinical experience.

Supported by experts, you’ll gain a strong foundation in the principles and practice of music therapy, underpinned by the latest research and evidence base.

Our MA Music Therapy is accredited by the Health and Care Professions Council, so when you graduate you’ll be eligible to register with the HCPC – a legal requirement for your future career as a practising music therapist in the UK.

ARU has been ranked in the top 20% of universities in the world for Good Health and Wellbeing in the 2023 Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Music

Degree

MA

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

We have been training music therapists for over 30 years and were the first UK university to establish a music therapy Masters degree. We work closely with colleagues at the internationally renowned Cambridge Institute for Music Therapy Research.

We earned the Queen's Anniversary Prize in 2021 for our music therapy research, receiving particular recognition for our focus on the wellbeing of people living with dementia.

We welcome applications from people with relevant musical skills and appropriate clinical experience.

Supported by experts, you’ll gain a strong foundation in the principles and practice of music therapy, underpinned by the latest research and evidence base.

Our MA Music Therapy is accredited by the Health and Care Professions Council, so when you graduate you’ll be eligible to register with the HCPC – a legal requirement for your future career as a practising music therapist in the UK.

ARU has been ranked in the top 20% of universities in the world for Good Health and Wellbeing in the 2023 Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings.

Admission Requirements

7+
2.7+
Usually an honours degree classification (or equivalent) in music or a related discipline such as psychology, teaching, nursing, social work.
A high standard of sensitive, flexible and communicative musicianship demonstrated on at least one instrument (including voice). Keyboard or other accompanying instrument (eg guitar) skills are also required. Musical skills are assessed at shortlisting and interview stage.
A sustained period (one year or equivalent) of relevant experience with people with additional needs. For example, work/voluntary experience in learning disability, mental health or hospital settings with both children and adults, preferably undertaken following completion of undergraduate studies. Appropriate motivational and emotional maturity. Ability to reflect on self in relation to others. An understanding and knowledge of the music therapy field. Good written and verbal communication skills.
If English is not your first language you will be expected to demonstrate a certificated level of proficiency of at least IELTS 7.0 (Academic level with no individual score being lower than 6.5) or equivalent English Language qualification as recognised by Anglia Ruskin University. It is strongly recommended that applicants do not attend for interview until they are approaching this score, as this may adversely affect their ability to participate fully in the interview procedures. 
To receive an offer of a place on this course you must be successful at interview.
An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure will also be required. You will also be required to register with the Online Update Service.
A satisfactory Occupational Health clearance will also be required.
Two satisfactory references are required. These should be from relevant clinical experience (paid employment or voluntary) and/or academic if recent graduate and/or other professional.

2 Years
Sep

  • Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance

Tuition fees

Domestic
11,700 GBP
International
18,400 GBP

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