Master of Creative Music Therapy
A practice-based master's programme preparing students for a professional career as a Registered Music Therapist.
Best for:Best for graduates in music, arts, education, or health fields seeking professional accreditation as music therapists.
Overview
The Master of Creative Music Therapy at Western Sydney University is a specialized coursework programme designed to train students for professional practice as Registered Music Therapists. Students engage in a creative, evidence-based learning environment that explores the therapeutic application of music across various life stages and clinical domains. The curriculum emphasizes practical skills in cognition, communication, movement, social engagement, and emotional wellbeing. Graduates are prepared to work in diverse settings, including those supported by the National Disability Insurance Scheme.
What you'll do
- Engage in creative and evidence-based learning activities
- Develop clinical skills for supporting cognition and communication through music
- Apply music-based interventions to improve social engagement and emotional wellbeing
- Participate in practical training relevant to the music therapy profession
- Prepare for professional registration as a music therapist
Requirements
Degree required: Undergraduate degree or higher in music, creative arts, education, allied health, counselling, or psychology
Degree offered: Master of Creative Music Therapy
Language: English proficiency required for academic study
Instruction: English
- Demonstrated musical proficiency
- Relevant experience or training in music or related health/arts fields
- Ability to articulate professional motivations in a personal statement
- Competence in performance as evidenced by video submissions
- Must hold an undergraduate degree or higher in a relevant discipline
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How to apply
Applicants must submit a 3-page PDF document containing a 500-word personal statement, a 300-word summary of relevant experience, and three video links of musical performances. Applications are processed through the university's official portal.
- Personal statement
- Summary of relevant experience
- Three video links of performances
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