Program Overview

Master of Creative Arts Therapy

The Master of Creative Arts Therapy is a postgraduate program designed to develop expertise in dance, music, art, or drama, preparing students for professional registration and a rewarding career in Creative Arts Therapies in Aotearoa New Zealand and beyond.

Programme Overview

This degree emphasizes the application of theory to practice, clinical reasoning, and therapy-oriented knowledge and skills, firmly situated in a multidisciplinary creative arts practice that is inclusive of visual arts, music, drama, and dance. The program includes work placements through practicum components, which offer real-world career connections.

Key Facts

• Duration: 2 years
• Points: 240
• Locations: City Campus
• Programme type: Postgraduate

Programme Details

The program is awaiting final regulatory approval and is therefore subject to change. It focuses on the application of creative arts therapies in a clinical setting, providing students with the necessary skills and knowledge to pursue a career in this field.

Research Areas

The program is situated within a multidisciplinary creative arts practice, including:

• Visual arts
• Music
• Drama
• Dance