Overview

The Art Therapy programme offered by the University of Chester provides the professional training required to practise as a registered Art Therapist/Art Psychotherapist. Rooted in contemporary practice, the programme is enriched by teaching from experienced visiting practitioners and includes a dedicated placement preparation module to support the transition from theory to practice. You will be encouraged to develop your academic knowledge, clinical skills, and creative identity, preparing you to work across health, social care, education, therapy services, and community contexts.

Career opportunities

Graduating Arts Therapists obtain work often in areas where placement opportunities are available. Placement Providers are able to assess service and individual needs and introduce art therapy into the service where appropriate. Education, health & social care services, community practices, NHS and independent sectors all employ art therapists.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Research

Theoretical Perspectives

Integrating Theory and Practice

Placement Preparation

Placement Experience

Art Therapy Dissertation

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months
Part-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-10-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-07-20 00:00:00 , International

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They will accept applications throughout the year, but they would generally advise that you send in your application by the end of July to ensure you have time.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

OR

91

OR

4.5

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PTE Academic

62

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Chester, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Art Therapy View 29 other Masters in Art Therapy in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

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91

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4.5

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62

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IELTS

6.5

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General requirements

Home and International:

Degree in art or a relevant subject such as psychology, social work, teaching, or nursing. Applicants without an art degree must demonstrate active involvement in art making.

At least one year of relevant paid or voluntary work experience the minimum of one year’s work experience must be gained prior to application and at least one year post degree graduation. Supporting children or adults in settings where therapeutic interventions are used (e.g., social work, nursing, care work, teaching assistant roles, wellbeing facilitation). (Higher education teaching/technician and broad professional services roles do not meet this requirement).

500-word essay titled “What is Art Therapy?” with APA references.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

9500 GBP / year

≈ 9500 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

5445 GBP / year

≈ 5445 GBP / year

Living costs

Chester

United Kingdom

660 - 1140 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

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English requirements

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General requirements

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