
Course Overview
Pursue your ambitions in creative arts and design with the MSc Dramatherapy at Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh. Based in Edinburgh, Scotland, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 2-year full-time structure. This new MSc Dramatherapy is the first of its kind in Scotland and the only opportunity to engage in accredited training as a Dramatherapist here. It offers a rewarding and creative approach to working with others and is an exciting development in the life of the profession in Scotland. This full-time course leads to eligibility to register with the Health and Care Processions Council (HCPC) and use the protected title of ‘Dramatherapist’. International tuition fees are £16,725 per year, home/UK fees are £9,210 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 7.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 100% student satisfaction rating, and a median graduate salary of £19,500 within three years.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| Postgraduate Requirement | Dramatherapy (MSc): Entry requirements and how to apply The course will help you build on your interpersonal, facilitation and creative skills to develop new competencies as you work towards professional registration as a dramatherapist. Graduates are eligible for registration with the HCPC as Registered Dramatherapists and are eligible for full membership of the British Association of Dramatherapists (BADth). Entry requirements and how to apply Entry requirements UK honours degree or equivalent |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 7 | 6.5 | 6.5 | 6.5 | 6.5 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£16,725
per year
Home Student Fee
£9,210
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £17,500 | £21,000 | £28,000 |
| 3 years | £14,500 | £19,500 | £27,500 |
| 5 years | £20,500 | £26,500 | £32,500 |
Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH25). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
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About Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh
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