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
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: AUD 29,984 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 17,312 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Melbourne, Australia
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
- Applications of Music in Therapy
- Music Therapy Skills 1
- Clinical Training in Music Therapy 1
- Music Psychology Research
- Applications of Music in Therapy
- Music Therapy Skills 2
- Clinical Training in Music Therapy 2
- Research in Music Therapy
- Music Therapy Skills 3
- Clinical Training in Music Therapy 3
- Minor Thesis (Music Therapy) 1
- Clinical Applications of Music in Therapy
- Music Therapy Skills 4
- Minor Thesis (Music Therapy) 2
- Music and Health Research
- 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.
About University of Melbourne
University of Melbourne
Parkville, Australia
University of Melbourne is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months
