Master of Music Therapy

at University of Melbourne

Year 1

Semester 1

COMPULSORY Subjects:
 

• Music Therapy Methods 1

• Music Psychology Research

• Music Therapy Practice 1

• Applications Of Music In Therapy A

Semester 2

COMPULSORY Subjects:
 

• Music Therapy Methods 2

• Research In Music Therapy

• Music Therapy Practice 2

• Applications Of Music In Therapy B

Year 2

Semester 1

COMPULSORY Subjects:
 

• Music Therapy Methods 3

• Objectivist Research In Music Therapy

• Music Therapy Practice 3

• Applications Of Music In Therapy C

Semester 2

COMPULSORY Subjects:
 

• Music Therapy Methods 4

• Interpretivist Research In Music Therapy

• Music Therapy Practice 4

• Music And Health Research

Applicants for the Master of Music Therapy course must be able to demonstrate:
 

• Completion of a Bachelor of Music or other undergraduate degree,

• Instrumental skills equivalent to 8th grade A.M.E.B standard (performance skills need to be demonstrated in the audition however exam results are not required),

• Commitment to care for vulnerable people or promote health of individuals or/and communities through volunteer work, community music activities or prior studies; and

• Introductory psychology studies (1 subject as a minimum) at tertiary level; equivalent to 1 subject or 12.5 points at the University of Melbourne.

• An audition,

• An interview,

• An academic reference, musical aptitude reference and a character reference (from 3 different referees).

Meeting these requirements does not guarantee selection.

In addition, the following are highly recommended:
 

• Observation of a music therapist as evidenced by a completed clinical observation report,

• Breadth of musical abilities seen by a demonstrable level of comfort in a number of styles and genres,

• Music history studies equivalent at least to one year of tertiary study; and/or

• Music theory studies equivalent at least to 5th grade AMEB

The Selection Committee may seek further information to clarify any aspect of an application in accordance with the Academic Board rules on the use of selection instruments.

Applications are required to satisfy the university’s English language requirements for graduate courses. For those applicants seeking to meet these requirements by one of the standard tests approved by the Academic Board, performance band 6.5 is required.

International full fee:
 

• AUD$ 36,128

On completion of this course, graduates will:
 

• Be able to understand and identify, use and evaluate concepts and principles of music therapy and the various theories that underpin the practice of music therapy;

• Have acquired the skills in musicianship and the advanced knowledge of music styles and idioms, including improvisation, which will enable them to direct creative music activities for clients within the music therapy context;

• Have acquired skills in the assessment, design, implementation and evaluation of music therapy programs in a diverse range of clinical/special education settings;

• Understand relevant clinical conditions and the application of music as a treatment/special education modality;

• Be able to carry out independent research and analysis into music therapy and to think creatively about issues arising in their practice;

• Appreciate the ethical responsibilities of music therapists in health and special education facilities and to the individuals within those facilities;

• Be committed to enhancing the well being of clients.