Master of Creative Music Therapy

Western Sydney University

Australia, Sydney

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Western Sydney University

Australia , Sydney

Key Facts

Program Level

Master by Course Work

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

111859C

Campuses

Penrith

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines

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Duration 2 year(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 35,372 / year

Master of Creative Music Therapy

About

Learn how to creatively apply your existing music skills therapeutically to meet the needs of individuals and groups, through improvisational (creating improvised music), re-creative (creatively using repertoire/songs), compositional (creating songs/music) and receptive (creative listening) music therapy methods. Engage in the on-site lectorials, (a dynamic integration of lecture & tutorial) one day per week during semester time, and additional online synchronous and asynchronous learning activities on the other days.

In addition, you will experience a hands-on approach to developing your skills through our ‘Work Integrated Learning’ program that includes our innovative SiMPrac (Simulated Music Therapy Practicum) and Music Therapy Placements, which are provided flexibly as weekly or block placement modes, all under the professional supervision of Registered Music Therapists (RMTs).

Interested in finding out what we have been up to recently? Visit the MusicTherapy@Western LinkedIn

Interested in attending music therapy sessions at the new MusicTherapy@Western Centre? Visit the MusicTherapy@Western Centre page.

Important Dates:

Next Start Date: 3 March 2025
Round 2 Auditions/Interviews Commence: Monday 18 November 2024 (for applicants who submitted by 31 October)
Extended Applications Close Date: 31 January 2025
Round 3 Auditions/Interviews Commence: Monday 10 February 2025

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Entry Requirements

Successful completion of a recognised**Bachelor degree equivalent to an Australian degree

English Program Requirements

All international students must have a good command of written and spoken English.

If your first language is English or if you can provide satisfactory evidence that English was the medium of instruction in your secondary or tertiary studies (secondary or tertiary studies completed within 2 years at the time of your commencement at Western Sydney University), you may be considered as meeting the requirement of proficiency in English.

If English is not your first language or was not the medium of instruction in your secondary or tertiary studies, you are required to demonstrate your proficiency in the English language by achieving a prescribed level in an approved English examination or test before you can receive a full offer of a place.

IELTS (Academic version)

6.5 overall score
Minimum 6.0 in each subtest

TOEFL Internet-based score

Total score 82
Writing 21, Speaking 18, Reading 13, Listening 13

Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic

58 overall
No communication skills less than 50

Career

Career Opportunities

Emerge from the Master of Creative Music Therapy with the skills you need to be a Registered Music Therapist (RMT) and work in your chosen fields, including:

Mental healthcare services
Community health services
Disability services
Rehabilitation services
Early childhood services
Family services
Aged care services
With NDIS clients
Supervision of therapists
Research & education sectors

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Alumni

"The MCMT program was the perfect choice for me to train in a new field. The faculty provided a supportive and well-balanced course that prepared me to graduate career-ready. The MCMT was the best thing I ever did."

— Sarah Grey (Dean's Medal Recipient 2023)

"This degree has equipped me with the essential therapeutic knowledge, hands-on experience, and qualifications needed for pursuing a fulfilling career in allied health setting."

— Winnie Choy (Dean's Medal Recipient 2023)

"With an exceptional faculty of Australia’s leading academics in the field, this degree beautifully balances music skill development with the foundation of current research, therapeutic techniques and approaches."

— Courtney Severini (Dean's Medal Recipient 2023)