MAMusic Therapy

Study location	Germany, Heidelberg
Type	Master, full-time
Nominal duration	4 semesters (120 ECTS)
Study language	English
Awards	MA (Master of Arts in Music Therapy)
Course code	MMUT_0_120_V_HD_0_e
Accreditation	2017

Tuition fee	€5,450 per semester
Registration fee	€1,000 one-time

Entry qualification

Undergraduate degree (Bachelor's degree or higher) Undergraduate degree in music, psychology, medicine, special education, music therapy or related fields. Individual exceptions are possible, but require special approval Personal and artistic eligibility. The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English / German. ⠀ Dear Applicant, Please be sure to bring your original entry qualification and other supporting documents with you when arriving on the SRH campus.

Language requirements	English

More information	hochschule-heidelberg.de/..r/music-therapy

Overview

Would you like to use the healing power of music to help people? On our programme, you will develop music therapy skills and learn about the latest therapy concepts.

Programme structure

1. Semester
- Introduction to therapy sciences
- Introduction to music therapy
- Psychology
- Fundamental instrumental skills
- Clinical psychology I (psychotherapy approaches)

2. Semester
- Clinical psychology II (psychiatry, psychosomatics & psychotherapy)
- Neurology & quantitative research methods
- Basic musical competencies
- Clinical placement

3. Semester
- Evidence-based clinical practice (pain)
- Assessment & clinical practice with children and adolescents
- Arts therapies and specific applications
- Advanced instrumental skills
- Advanced placement (clinical or research)

4. Semester
- Professionalization, law & ethics
- Master’s thesis

Career opportunities

The scientific foundations and the methodological and professional skills gained on the Master’s programme in Music Therapy will enable you to work in a clinical, therapeutic or special needs context.
Besides enabling you to work in a variety of practical fields, the Master’s degree in Music Therapy will give you the opportunity to pursue a career in research and work towards a doctorate.