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Master of Art Therapy

University of Chester

  • Chester, United Kingdom
  • 2 years
  • English
  • On campus
  • Master

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About the program

Bachelor of Arts in Art Therapy at Lewis University focused on art therapy foundations.

Program highlights

  • Internship available: yes
  • Placement support: yes
  • Work during study: yes
  • Post-study work rights (2): yes
  • PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

  • Apply core knowledge in Art Therapy. Analyse discipline-specific problems using appropriate methods. Communicate professional ideas clearly. Use relevant tools and practices responsibly. Prepare for employment or further study in arts
  • Design and media.

Career outcomes

  • Designer
  • Creative Producer
  • Content Creator
  • Communications Officer
  • Creative Project Coordinator

Curriculum

  • Pre-professional degree combining studio art (2-D and 3-D design
  • Digital photography
  • Art history) with psychology (abnormal psychology
  • Lifespan development
  • Psychotherapeutic techniques)
  • Introduction to art therapy
  • Research methods and a senior project and seminar.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • Bachelor's degree of equivalent standard to a UK bachelor's degree
  • Normally 2:2 or above
  • Some courses require a related subject
  • Professional checks or an interview.

Accepted academic background

Bachelor's degree of UK-equivalent standard plus relevant experience/DBS requirements per course.

Language tests

  • IELTS 7

Other requirements

  • Portfolio required
  • Interview required

Documents you’ll need

  • Academic Transcripts and Certificates
  • English Proficiency Evidence
  • Academic Reference
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Passport Copy.

How to apply

  1. Check the programme entry requirements and available intake. Complete the university application and provide the academic documents and language evidence requested for admission. Pay an application fee if applicable. Review the admission decision
  2. Accept the offer and arrange visa documents where necessary.

Other costs

Tuition per year£9,500 GBP
Application fee£50 GBP
Deposit£20,327 GBP

Program details

CampusWheeler, Chester
Faculty or schoolFaculty of Arts and Design
DepartmentArts and Design
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value240
Study paceFixed
Post-study stay2
Scholarship noteScholarship opportunities may be available to eligible students, Availability and award criteria should be confirmed with the university.

Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 2 years.