MA in Music Therapy, Creative Arts Therapies (Thesis) in Montreal Canada | Concordia University

The Master of Arts in Creative Arts Therapies (Music Therapy) stands as Québec's sole advanced professional training program in this discipline. Delivered entirely through a low-residency online format, the first year comprises two semesters of foundational coursework. In the second year, students pursuing the Thesis Option focus on research and thesis completion, while those in the Advanced Practice Option undertake three elective courses.
This CAMT-approved program, grounded in social justice principles, aligns with music therapy education philosophies and standards. Through both active and receptive musical experiences, music therapy fosters personal development, with therapists guiding clients toward defined and evolving wellness objectives. Students specialize in a specific music therapy domain by either completing a master's thesis (Research Thesis Option) or developing a capstone project proposal alongside extended practicum hours and electives (Advanced Music Therapy Practice Option). The Research Thesis Option cultivates research proficiency, whereas the Advanced Practice Option deepens expertise in specialized professional practice areas.