Program Overview
The Child Art Psychotherapy at University College Dublin is a MSc programme in Arts & Design over 24 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 Child Art Psychotherapy programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Ireland and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: EUR 11,900 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 8,050 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Dublin, Ireland
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Child Art Psychotherapy 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 Child Art Psychotherapy
- Child Art Psychotherapy Training and Experiential /Reflective Group Work
- Research Methodology and Protocol
- Development of the Theory of Pictorial Thinking and Contributions of 20th Century Artists
- Clinical Placement in a Child and Adolescent Mental Health Setting
- Child and Adolescent Mental Health: Theory and Practice
- Theory and Practice of Psychotherapeutic Models
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- A third level degree or equivalent is required.
- Experience of working with children and adolescents within mental health or educational settings is an advantage.
- Applicants\xc2\xa0are short-listed on the basis of their previous professional experience and the short-listed candidates are interviewed to assess their suitability.
- Successful applicants will be required to consent to garda clearance being sought which is standard procedure for professionals engaged in direct work with young people.
- International applicants should contact the academic programme director for a full list of entry requirements.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 11,900 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 8,050 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 11,900 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 8,050 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University College Dublin 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 College Dublin
University College Dublin
Dundrum, Ireland
University College Dublin is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months