Music Therapy

Key programme benefits to future students

Students will be prepared for professional practice as a music therapist.



This course will develop socially aware graduates who are able to make a contribution to the developing profession of music therapy in Ireland.



Contribute to the research base of the profession.

Year 1

Autumn Modules

• Clinical Orientation

• Arts and Health Practice and Enquiry

• Media Technologies for Performing Arts and Arts Research



Optional Modules (choose two)

Interdisciplinary Improvisation | Introduction to Somatics 1 | Colloquium 1



Spring Modules

• Music Therapy Practice 1

• Music Therapy Fieldwork Practice 1

• Independent Study 2

• Colloquium 2



Year 2

Autumn Modules

• Music Therapy Project 1

• Music Therapy Practice 2

• Music Therapy Fieldwork Practice 2



Spring Modules

• Music Therapy Project 1

• Music Therapy Practice 2

• Music Therapy Fieldwork Practice 2

A high level of music skills in performance. A degree qualification (Level 8 - National Qualifications Authority of Ireland) or equivalent in any of the following; music, psychology, health sciences, medicine, education or related discipline. Ability to play guitar and piano, and sing competently. Ability to improvise on primary instrument. Relevant Work Experience (paid or voluntary) of working with vulnerable populations in health or social care settings. A willingness to engage with the personal development opportunities in the course through attending the self-funded psychotherapy component. An online interview/audition will be offered to short-listed candidates who will be required to perform pieces on their first instrument and sing at least one song accompanying themselves on piano and guitar. It is not possible to enter the course without successfully completing the audition process.



Garda clearance is also required for this programme.

2 years full-time, blended.

An Application Fee of €35 (electronically) or €40 Bank Draft/Cheque will apply to all taught postgraduate programmes.

Autumn

Graduate careers

Graduates of the MA in Music Therapy have attained successful careers in the health and education services in Ireland and abroad. Graduates work in special schools, nursing homes, hospice services, residential services for adults with intellectual disability and adults who have acquired brain injury.