Colleges and Universities Offering Master of Arts in Music Therapy in Ireland

  • Course Name: Master of Arts in Music Therapy()
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  • Course Category: Masters Courses

Institutions Offering Master of Arts in Music Therapy

  • University of Limerick University of Limerick, Limerick  
    Course entry requirements
    -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 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.

    What to Include with your Application - Please note you must upload these documents with your application as supporting information in order to have your application considered.

    Qualification transcripts and/or certificates (including certified English translations if applicable)
    -A copy of your birth certificate/passport
    -2 letters of references
    -A Supporting Statement (maximum 1 x A4 page) outlining (1) why you wish to undertake the MA in Music Therapy (2) Relevant work or voluntary experience you believe is relevant to your application (3) Musical experience and (4) any other information you feel supports your application.
    -A short recording (max 5 minutes) of yourself with 2 musical excerpts (1) playing their primary instrument; then (2) singing accompanied by either piano or guitar. Recordings can be sent by .mp4 or .mov or via a youtube or vimeo link. - Please note that ONLY music audio and video files that cannot be uploaded can be emailed to hilary.moss@ul.ie . All other files must be uploaded
    -If your qualifications have been obtained in a country where English is an official language this will suffice
    -If this is not available, the following additional documents must be provided:
    • English translation of your qualification(s)/transcripts
    AND
    • English language competency certificate

    Course duration: 2 years

    Mode of study: Full time




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