Art Therapy (Master)

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Year

2012

Award

Master of Art Therapy

Length

1 year

Campuses

Melbourne

Course description

This specialised program provides training in the practice of art therapy, which combines art and psychotherapy within a clinical setting or therapeutic environment. Art therapy is used for treatment and healing, and for the prevention of developmental, emotional, psychological or physical issues, problems or disorders.

For more information, please download our Prospective Student Guide (PDF 307KB).

Course structure

Students complete seven core subjects and two semesters of professional placement with weekly supervision (500 hours), and a research project of 10 000 words. Please note students must undertake placement work from February to November.

Subject details

Melbourne

Overseas study opportunities

Overseas study opportunities are available.
Please see www.latrobe.edu.au/international/exchange for more information

Fee type

Fees (Fee-Help available)

Annual (or Total) Tuition Fee (AUD)

25 270

Scholarships

A variety of scholarships and prizes are available for postgraduate students at La Trobe. Visit the postgraduate scholarships webpage for details http://www.latrobe.edu.au/scholarships/postgraduates

Additional costs (AUD)

Materials - A$70, National Police check - A$15, Immunisations - A$500. All prices are approximate.

Selection

IELTS (Academic) score of 7.5 with no individual band score less than 7; or

TOEFL Paper-based Test: a minimum score of 625 with a score of 6 or better in the Test of Written English; or

TOEFL Computer-based Test: a minimum score of 263 with a score of 6 in essay writing; or

TOEFL Internet-based Test: a minimum score of 104 with no individual score less than 26; or

Completion of English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 6B certificate at postgraduate (EFS PG2b (80%)) level conducted by La Trobe Melbourne; or

Approved equivalent

Academic entry requirements

Applicants must have a Graduate Diploma in Art Therapy from an accredited Art Therapy training program with a B Grade average of 75 per cent or higher, or approved international equivalent. A written application, submission of a portfolio demonstrating the applicant's skill with a range of visual art media, at least two years work experience in human services, and a personal interview may also be required.

Extra requirements

Students are required to obtain a National Police Check (A$15) and Working With Children (WWC) check (no cost) before undertaking professional placement. This course has a clinical component. For more information, please visit:
www.latrobe.edu.au/health/study/placements
Applicants for this course must also complete a Supplementary Application form available from www.latrobe.edu.au/international/apply/how-to/supplementary-admissions-forms

Semester starts

Semester 1 (February)

Industry experience

The following types of industry experience are available in this course.

Workplace experience for academic credit

Additional information

Applications for this course close on 28 October 2011.

Career opportunities

Graduates can work as a qualified art therapist.

Professional recognition

Graduates can register with the Australian and New Zealand Art Therapy Association (ANZATA) after completion of training.