MSc Music Therapy at Queen Margaret University

Programme overview

The only music therapy course in Scotland, qualifying graduates to register with the Health and Care Professions Council as music therapists. It has a strong emphasis on psychodynamic theory and includes practice placements in varied settings. The full MSc is 200 credits.

What you will study

Modules include Practice-based Learning 1 and 2 (40 credits each), Music Therapy Resources, Arts Therapies Studies 1 and 2 and an Independent Academic Project.

Career pathways

Music therapists work across health, education and community sectors, in hospitals, schools and care homes; some become freelance practitioners and some students create a post from their second-year placement.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants usually hold an honours degree or a comparable professional qualification. At least one year of relevant work experience with people in community, education or health settings is essential. Applicants should show flexible musicianship and an ability to listen openly; musical grades, notation reading or specific instruments are not required. Selection includes the application and the team may be contacted to discuss support. Application: the course remains open until capacity is reached and typically closes to new applications in March.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,985 a year (2027/28). Scotland/RUK/ROI. Full-time; year 1 fee shown. Year 2: £9,985. Fixed for the duration of the course. Source

International applicants: GBP 17,725 a year (2027/28). Full-time; year 1 fee shown. Year 2: £17,725. Fixed for the duration of the course. Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 2 years full-time

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