GraduateNursing & Health Sciences
Master of Music Therapy
University of Melbourne, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
About this program
The Master of Music Therapy at the University of Melbourne prepares students to practise as music therapists in hospitals, special schools, aged care facilities, community health programs and private practice. Over 24 months full-time or 48 months part-time, students complete a 200 credit point program covering music therapy theory and practice across the lifespan, including voice and guitar skills, improvisation, and receptive music therapy methods.
Graduates are eligible for registration as music therapists with the Australian Music Therapy Association, working with clients from preschool age through to older adults.
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Admissions
To be considered for entry into this course, you must: Have completed a bachelor degree (AQF7) or equivalent in any discipline. And Have completed below prerequisite subject(s): 12.5 points of psychology studies at tertiary level, or MOOC (Massive Open Online Course) from the approved list. And Have documented relevant experience in community or health-related fields. The University of Melbourne is committed to maintaining a transparent admissions policy by clearly communicating all entry scores to prospective students. Entry requirements to the University of Melbourne are regularly reviewed to ensure they align with the University's Selection and Admissions Policy . The entry requirements published for this course will apply from the start year 2027 intake onwards.
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