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Music Therapy

University of Melbourne
Information last verified April 2026
Tuition AUD 29,984 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 17,312 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Degree Master
Duration 24 months
Delivery On-campus
Location Parkville, Australia
Language English

Program Overview

The Music Therapy at University of Melbourne is a Master 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 Music Therapy programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Australia and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 24 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 7
  5. Tuition: AUD 29,984 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 17,312 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
  6. Location: Melbourne, Australia

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Music Therapy programme are prepared for diverse careers in arts & design:

  1. Creative Director
  2. Graphic / UX Designer
  3. Art Director
  4. Curator
  5. Visual Artist
  6. Media Producer

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Applications of Music in Therapy
  2. Music Therapy Skills 1
  3. Clinical Training in Music Therapy 1
  4. Music Psychology Research
  5. Applications of Music in Therapy
  6. Music Therapy Skills 2
  7. Clinical Training in Music Therapy 2
  8. Research in Music Therapy
  9. Music Therapy Skills 3
  10. Clinical Training in Music Therapy 3
  11. Minor Thesis (Music Therapy) 1
  12. Clinical Applications of Music in Therapy
  13. Music Therapy Skills 4
  14. Minor Thesis (Music Therapy) 2
  15. Music and Health Research
  16. Clinical Training in Music Therapy

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

  • A Bachelor of Music OR a Bachelor degree in a relevant discipline;
  • Instrumental skills equivalent to 8th grade A.M.E.B standard;
  • Commitment to care for vulnerable people or promote health of individuals or/and communities through volunteer work, community music activities or prior studies; and
  • Introductory psychology studies at a tertiary level (completed within the last 10 years; equivalent to 1 subject or 12.5 points at the University of Melbourne)

English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

AUD 29,984 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 17,312 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

Tuition fees: AUD 29,984 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 17,312 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

IELTS requirement: 7

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact University of Melbourne 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.

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Parkville, Australia

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  • Language English
  • Duration 24 months