| Code | Faculty |
|---|---|
| 01252091 | Faculty of Humanities |
| Credits | Duration |
|---|---|
| Duration of study: 2 years | Total credits: 240 |
The degree programme comprises the following components:
A. Theoretical section
A core curriculum with coursework has to be followed and passed.
B. Practical section
Students are required to do a practical clinical internship which is assessed through on-site and group supervision and which needs to be passed before the MMus (Music Therapy) degree can be conferred.
C. Mini-dissertation
- A four-year bachelor's degree in music or in related fields (eg Psychology, Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Social Work or Education) with strong musical skills and a minimum average of 70%.
- Applicants are selected on the basis of academic background, musical skill and an interview.
The following Psychology modules are entrance requirements for this programme: SLK 110, SLK 120, SLK 210, SLK 310.
Module content:
Clinical music techniques, clinical internship (phase 4) and documentation/assessment.
Module content:
Students have to write a mini-dissertation on a subject approved by the head of department and the Research Proposal and Ethics Committee of the Faculty of Humanities. A draft article for publication in a recognised academic journal must be submitted together with the dissertation.
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