Master of Music Therapy (MMusThy)
Information valid for students commencing 2010
Duration
2 Years full-time
Commencing 2010
Semester 1 (01 Mar, 2010)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
32
Program code
5322
Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
BMus other than Music Therapy, plus audition and interview; or 3 year Bachelor degree preferably in psychology or an allied health discipline; 6 units of psychology courses or equivalent plus audition and interview.
Additional application information
Auditions will comprise: Essential: Performance on primary instrument - 3 pieces of contrasting styles. Desirable: Performance on piano/guitar at a level suitable to accompany singing Desirable: Vocal performance self-accompanied on piano and/or guitar. Interstate and international applicants may send an audio or visual recording and be interviewed by telephone. Each applicant is required to submit two referee reports, together with a Master of Music Therapy application form. Applicants must also meet the prerequisite introductory psychology courses (PSYC1020, PSYC1030 and PSYC1040 or their equivalents from other universities).
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to Apply
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 1 - September 30 of the previous year.
Apply OnlineDuration
2 Years full-time
Commencing 2010
Semester 1 (01 Mar, 2010)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
32
Program code
5322
Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
BMus other than Music Therapy, plus audition and interview; or 3 year Bachelor degree preferably in psychology or an allied health discipline; 6 units of psychology courses or equivalent plus audition and interview.
CRICOS Code: 049211G
English Proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6 (or comparable English language proficiency as per University policy).
view the English proficiency policy.Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the UQ International.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 1 - September 30 of the previous year.
How to applyEnquiries for International students
International Student Advisor
Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980
Why study the Master of Music Therapy?
The program provides students with advanced knowledge in music, music therapy, and psychological theory. Graduates demonstrate advanced practical musical skills on a portable instrument; a keyboard instrument; and in singing and fluently articulating a range of musical styles. Students develop high levels of music therapy skills suitable for client groups of all ages. This program satisfies the requirements for registration as a music therapist with the Australian Music Therapy Association.
What you can study
Courses and requirements
See the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Master of Music Therapy.
Click on the course code to view the Course Profile, for further information including advice of courses with shared teaching activities.
Placement courses
The Music Therapy program includes a number of placement courses in which students are assigned to a supervisor in various facilities and engage in supervised therapy sessions. The Australian Music Therapy Association requires a minimum number of hours of supervised placements before students can be eligible for registration as Music Therapists. The School's Coordinator of Clinical Training is responsible for placing students and makes every effort to map appropriately students and placements. Placements do not require relocation. The Coordinator also ensures that students conform to Australian Government requirements by obtaining blue cards. Placement requirements are available on the School website, http://www.uq.edu.au/music/
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
Prerequisites
BMus other than Music Therapy, plus audition and interview; or 3 year Bachelor degree preferably in psychology or an allied health discipline; 6 units of psychology courses or equivalent plus audition and interview.
Additional application information
Auditions will comprise: Essential: Performance on primary instrument - 3 pieces of contrasting styles. Desirable: Performance on piano/guitar at a level suitable to accompany singing Desirable: Vocal performance self-accompanied on piano and/or guitar. Interstate and international applicants may send an audio or visual recording and be interviewed by telephone. Each applicant is required to submit two referee reports, together with a Master of Music Therapy application form. Applicants must also meet the prerequisite introductory psychology courses (PSYC1020, PSYC1030 and PSYC1040 or their equivalents from other universities).
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
BMus other than Music Therapy, plus audition and interview; or 3 year Bachelor degree preferably in psychology or an allied health discipline; 6 units of psychology courses or equivalent plus audition and interview.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 049211G
English proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6 (or comparable English language proficiency as per University policy).
View the English proficiency policy.How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the UQ International.
Click here for application procedures for International students.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 1 - September 30 of the previous year.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
What you can do with a Master of Music Therapy
Professional memberships
Graduates may be eligible for membership with the following organisations:
- Australian Music Therapy Association
Accrediting body
This program has been accredited by:
- AUSTRALIAN MUSIC THERAPY ASSOCIATION
Program rules for the Master of Music Therapy
To complete the Master of Music Therapy
To fulfil the requirements of the Master of Music Therapy, a student must complete the requisite number of courses chosen from the course list in accordance with the Program Rules.
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Students should be aware of the University of Queensland policies and rules which govern the conduct of UQ programs. These may be found on the UQ policies and rules page on the my.UQ website.
