MA Music Therapy

The Music Therapy course offered by the University of Roehampton is a postgraduate full-time program that spans over two years. This course will equip you with the skills you need to become a qualified and registered music therapist. The course is set out to provide an experiential learning setting where you will get hands-on experience working in clinical settings along with theory-based learning.Course Content: The course combines theoretical learning, clinical practice and self development. The curriculum is designed to give you a deep understanding of psychoanalytic music therapy, the role of improvised and pre-composed music, as well as the therapist's role in musical interaction with clients. Key Modules: The key modules covered in this course include Music therapy theory and practice, Music for therapists, Infant observation, Clinical Improvisation, Research methods in psychology and Research dissertation in music therapy.Accreditations: This course leads to a qualification that is approved by the Heath & Care Professions Council (HCPC) which allows you to work as a music therapist and apply for registration with HCPC after you graduate.Future Careers: The course prepares you for a career as a music therapist in settings such as the NHS, education, charities, and social services. You may also choose to work privately or freelance. The skills gained also prepares you for further research and PhD study in the field.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.