Program Overview

MA Dramatherapy

Introduction

Get professional training in dramatherapy on this accredited Masters degree. Gain experience on clinical placements and qualify to work in the arts therapies in the UK and overseas.

Course Options

• 24 months full-time
• September start
• Cambridge location

Key Facts

• STUDY OPTIONS: 24 months full-time
• START DATES: September
• LOCATION: Cambridge
• FEES:
  • £11,100 UK students starting 2025/26 (full-time, per year)
  • £18,600 International students starting 2025/26 (full-time, per year)

Teaching and Assessment

Year 1

• Clinical Placements and Experiential Development 1
• Music Therapy and Dramatherapy Multidisciplinary Theoretical Studies
• Dramatherapy Practical and Clinical Skills
• Into ARU
• Health and Care Professions Council Standards 1

Year 2

• Clinical Placements and Experiential Development 2
• MA Therapies Major Project
• Health and Care Professions Council Standards 2

Entry Requirements

• Usually a good 2.1 honours degree classification (or equivalent) in drama, performing arts or a related subject.
• Evidence of sustained engagement with drama in a variety of forms (theatre, movement, performance).
• A sustained period (one year or equivalent) of relevant clinical/field work experience preferably with children, adults or older people working in a caring capacity including in teaching, social work, mental health and community drama in a professional or voluntary capacity.
• Relevant motivation, maturity and ability to reflect on self in relation to others and emotional robustness.
• If English is not your first language you will be expected to demonstrate a certificated level of proficiency of at least IELTS 7.0 (Academic level with no individual score being lower than 6.5) or equivalent English Language qualification as recognised by Anglia Ruskin University.
• To receive an offer of a place on this course you must be successful at interview.
• An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure will also be required. You will also be required to register with the Online Update Service.
• A satisfactory Occupational Health clearance will also be required.

Fees and Paying for University

Tuition Fees for UK Students (2025/26)

• £11,100 UK students starting 2025/26 (full-time, per year)

Tuition Fees for International Students (2025/26)

• £18,600 International students starting 2025/26 (full-time, per year)

Additional Costs

• Personal therapy sessions: £2,000-£3,500
• External supervision during placements: £1,200-£2,000
• Travelling to placements: £500-£2,500
• Student membership of British Association of Dramatherapists: £50

Facilities and Showcase

• Specialist facilities: Jerome Booth Music Therapy Centre, drama studios, Mumford Theatre
• Hands-on learning: clinical placements under the supervision of qualified therapists
• Creative Showcase: digital graduate showcase, community, spaces, and people

Accreditation

• Health & Care Professions Council

Lecturers

• Claire Molyneux
• Stavroulla Demetriou
• Alexandra Georgaki
• Jodie Bloska
• Emma Hewlett
• Rosie Sweet

Careers

• Qualified dramatherapist: work in NHS, social services, education, community projects, or private practice
• Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council
• Links with the British Association of Dramatherapists and other allied health professions and practitioners
• Opportunities for further academic career with a research programme at ARU, such as PhD Dramatherapy or PhD Music Therapy.