Program Overview
The Music Therapy at University of South Wales is a MA programme in Arts & Design over 36 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of arts & design. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Music Therapy programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 36 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: GBP 1,250 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; GBP 1,250 (Tuition (Module)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Pontypridd, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Music Therapy programme are prepared for diverse careers in arts & design:
- Creative Director
- Graphic / UX Designer
- Art Director
- Curator
- Visual Artist
- Media Producer
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Theory and practice of music therapy
- Infant Observation
- Clinical improvisation (music skills)
- Placement visitsÃ\x82Ã
- Study of different client groups
- Modality-specific experiential group
- Placement in a University-approved clinical setting (one day per week)
- Small group clinical supervision
- Further theory and practice of music therapy
- Creative music skills
- Modality-specific experiential group
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
The demands of the Music Therapy course and the Music Therapy profession, require you to demonstrate a suitable level of life experience and maturity.
An undergraduate degree in a relevant field of study, an equivalent professional qualification, or extensive experience in a related field, plus evidence of substantial experience of musical practice, including exposure to and experience of, a variety of styles of music. Applicants must be able to perform on their main instrument or voice, to standard equivalent to Grade 8.
An ability to use music symbolically and expressively and to improvise, relate, and communicate through the art form, with individuals and groups. Significant practical experience (voluntary or paid) in a relevant setting, or with clients or service users, to demonstrate that you are able to work with a range of client groups.
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If your first language is not English then we require\xc3\x82\xc2\xa0IELTS\xc3\x82\xc2\xa0grade of 7.0 with a minimum score of 6.5 in each component.
The interview will consist of a group audition, followed by an individual interview at which you will be expected to perform on your main instrument and second instrument. No accompanist is provided, so you will need to arrange your own if you require one. There will be an opportunity to improvise during the interview with a staff team member.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 1,250 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; GBP 1,250 (Tuition (Module)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 1,250 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; GBP 1,250 (Tuition (Module)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of South Wales directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of South Wales
University of South Wales
Newport, United Kingdom
The University of South Wales is a public university in Wales, with campuses in Cardiff, Newport and Pontypridd. It was formed on 11 April 2013 from the merger of the University of Glamorgan and...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-01-18
- Start Date 2018-09-24
- Language English
- Duration 36 months