Derby,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MA Dramatherapy in Derby United Kingdom | University of Derby
University of Derby
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Derby United Kingdom
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
7,450
(c. USD10,112.78)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
Upon successfully finishing the MA Dramatherapy program, you'll qualify to register as a dramatherapist with the Health and Care Professions Council, provided you satisfy their criteria.
Pursue an HCPC-approved Master's degree
After graduation, you can apply to the HCPC for registration as an arts therapist (dramatherapist) if you meet their standards. This registration is mandatory for practicing dramatherapy in the UK
Deepen your expertise in therapeutic theater techniques, examining how improvisation plays a role and learning to tailor interventions for individuals and groups
You'll undertake a significant independent research project in a chosen specialization
Expand your grasp of psychological principles while refining your personal therapeutic methodology
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
A relevant undergraduate degree such as BA (Hons) Drama, BA (Hons) Theatre Arts, BA (Hons) Creative Expressive Arts, Health and Wellbeing. Or you might hold an undergraduate degree or training in other areas such as psychology, occupational therapy, social work, nursing and have current evidence of theatre experience.
You'll usually need one year's full time (or equivalent) relevant work experience in a health and social care environment. This can be paid or voluntary and can include areas such as mental health, learning disabilities, older people, children who have experienced trauma, physical disabilities or working with asylum seekers. The more experience you have, the more prepared you'll be for the course.
You must demonstrate sufficient life experience and emotional maturity to cope with the demands of the course as the training and personal therapy processes can be emotionally challenging.
If your first language is not English, you'll need to have achieved an IELTS of at least 6.5 or equivalent with no element below 6.0, as stipulated by the HCPC.
You'll usually need one year's full time (or equivalent) relevant work experience in a health and social care environment. This can be paid or voluntary and can include areas such as mental health, learning disabilities, older people, children who have experienced trauma, physical disabilities or working with asylum seekers. The more experience you have, the more prepared you'll be for the course.
You must demonstrate sufficient life experience and emotional maturity to cope with the demands of the course as the training and personal therapy processes can be emotionally challenging.
If your first language is not English, you'll need to have achieved an IELTS of at least 6.5 or equivalent with no element below 6.0, as stipulated by the HCPC.
Tuition
GBP
7,450