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PostgraduateMA

Dramatherapy

Anglia Ruskin University
Cambridge, England
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2 yearsDuration
£18,400Per Year (Intl)
£23,000Avg. Graduate Salary
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

Pursue your ambitions in creative arts and design with the MA Dramatherapy at Anglia Ruskin University. Based in Cambridge, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 2-year full-time structure. Get professional training in dramatherapy on this accredited Masters degree. Gain experience on clinical placements and qualify to work in the arts therapies in the UK and overseas. Study at our world-class centre for music and dramatherapy in Cambridge and benefit from our international network of professional arts therapists. You’ll be supported by our team of practising and research-active dramatherapists. A minimum ielts score of 7.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 87% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £18,500 within three years, and a 82% continuation rate.

What You'll Learn

Foundations of Dramatherapy and Arts Therapies
Psychodynamic Theory and Therapeutic Relationships
Dramatherapy Techniques and Interventions
Clinical Practice and Professional Placement
Research Methods in Arts Therapies
Dramatherapy with Children and Adolescents
Intercultural Perspectives in Therapy
Dissertation and Advanced Clinical Application
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate RequirementStandard entry requirements Standard entry requirements Main Usually an honours degree classification (or equivalent) in drama, performing arts or a related subject. A sustained period (one year or equivalent) of relevant clinical/field work experience, preferably with children, adults or older people in a caring capacity, including in

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic76.56.56.56.5

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£18,400

per year

Total Course Cost (2 years)£36,800

Home Student Fee

£11,700

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — Anglia Ruskin University

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£20,500£23,000£27,000
3 years£13,000£18,500£23,000
5 years£17,000£23,000£29,000
Official Data

Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH25-01). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

55%Working
10%Studying
13%Work & Study
6%Seeking Work
47%Professional Jobs
Official Data

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About Anglia Ruskin University

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