MSc Play Therapy at Queen Margaret University

Programme overview

A part-time, three-year MSc delivered by With Kids in collaboration with QMU for experienced professionals working with children, young people and families. It prepares students to work safely, ethically and creatively as play therapists, grounded in relational, psychodynamic and child-centred principles.

Faculty: School of Health Sciences | Department: Occupational and Arts Therapies (delivered by With Kids in collaboration with QMU) | Duration: 3 years part-time | Intake: September 2027 | Study mode: part-time | Location: Musselburgh (Edinburgh), Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules include Integrative Foundations of Play Therapy 1 and 2, Play Therapy: Theory, Skills and Placement 1, 2 and 3 and an Independent Academic Project. Exit awards are a PgCert (60 credits) after one year and a PgDip (120 credits).

Career pathways

Play therapists work in statutory, government-funded, voluntary and independent organisations, including fostering and adoption services, schools, children's centres and hospitals, for children's charities and residential homes, and many work independently.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A UK degree or equivalent in a related discipline such as health, education, social work or psychology, plus at least two years' post-qualifying experience working with children, young people and/or families. Applicants without a degree may be considered with at least five years' relevant experience working directly with children, young people and/or families, and a short essay. Selection is normally through a Creative Conversation (interview). PVG Scheme check, self-declaration of fitness to practise, student membership of BAPT and personal indemnity insurance required. The course is only open to applicants who do not require a Student Visa.

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years part-time

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