Overview

About Music Therapy at University of Limerick

Students attend clinical placements throughout each semester of the course; these are usually offered at various sites in Ireland but sometimes can be offered abroad. Music therapy theory, research skills, sensitivity to cross-cultural issues and the use of the self in relating to others form the basis of studies to prepare students for work in the clinical practice context.

Objectives:

To prepare University of Limerick students for professional practice as a music therapist

To develop socially aware graduates who are able to make a contribution to the developing profession of music therapy in Ireland

To contribute to the research base of the profession

Careers

Graduates of the MA in Music Therapy have attained successful careers in the health and education services in Ireland and abroad. Graduates work in special schools, nursing homes, hospice services, residential services for adults with intellectual disability and adults who have acquired brain injury.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Clinical Orientation

Arts and Health Practice and Enquiry

Media Technologies for Performing Arts and Arts Research

Music Therapy Practice

Music Therapy Fieldwork Practice

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2023-09-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-07-01 00:00:00 , International

More details

EU Applicants: Early application is advisable.

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Music Health Administration Musicology View 11 other Masters in Musicology in Ireland

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

Qualification transcripts and/or certificates (including certified English translations if applicable)
English language qualification(s) (if English is not your first language)
A copy of your birth certificate/passport
2 letters of references
A Supporting Statement (maximum 1 x A4 page) outlining (1) why you wish to undertake the MA in Music Therapy (2) Relevant work or voluntary experience you believe is relevant to your application (3) Musical experience and (4) any other information you feel supports your application.

Tuition Fee

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International

15800 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 15800 EUR per year during 24 months.
EU/EEA

7218 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7218 EUR per year during 24 months.

Living costs for Limerick

850 - 1150 EUR /month

Living costs

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

Funding

Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Music Therapy.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

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