MA In Music Therapy at Guildhall School of Music & Drama
Guildhall School of Music & Drama offers MA In Music Therapy, a MA in arts & humanities at its London location. The source record does not state the language of instruction.
MA In Music Therapy at Guildhall School of Music & Drama: key facts
MA In Music Therapy tuition by cohort and year
| Applicant group | Starting cohort | Study year | Published fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Home | students starting in September 2026 onwards | Year 1 | £14,290 |
| Home | students starting in September 2026 onwards | Year 2 | £9,530 |
| Overseas / international | students starting in September 2026 onwards | Year 1 | £32,410 |
| Overseas / international | students starting in September 2026 onwards | Year 2 | £21,610 |
| Home | students who started in September 2025 or before | Year 1 | £12,510 |
| Home | students who started in September 2025 or before | Year 2 | £8,340 |
| Overseas / international | students who started in September 2025 or before | Year 1 | £28,360 |
| Overseas / international | students who started in September 2025 or before | Year 2 | £18,910 |
Exact programme rows from the official fee schedule, read 24 Aug 2026.
About MA In Music Therapy at Guildhall School of Music & Drama
You will join one of the world's leading conservatoires, and will build your therapeutic and theoretical knowledge through an intensive programme of lectures and seminars. Weekly practical musicianship, improvisation and voice classes will help you acquire highly developed skills in therapeutic musical communication. Working alongside qualified music therapists, you will gain experience working...
From the course page at gsmd.ac.uk, read 20 Aug 2026
Guildhall School of Music & Drama offers MA In Music Therapy, a MA in arts & humanities at its London location. The source record does not state the language of instruction.
The recorded study mode is not available to study part-time.
The published fee captured for this programme is £32,410 Year 1; £21,610 Year 2 (overseas / international, students starting in September 2026 onwards). The application deadline is set per intake on the university's own page; Anyroll does not roll an old date into a new cycle.
Career outcomes after MA In Music Therapy
Open Graduates have an excellent record of employment in health, education, social and community service and the voluntary sector, and are eligible to register as arts therapists with the HCPC and as professional members of the British Association for Music Therapy.
Verified from the official gsmd.ac.uk source, read 20 Aug 2026.
Clinical placements
On this programme, students gain experience working with adults and children alongside qualified music therapists on placements in a variety of settings including special and mainstream schools
Verified from the official gsmd.ac.uk source, read 24 Aug 2026.
Personal therapy
During the programme, students must undertake a minimum of 40 hours of individual personal therapy as a requirement from the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). This is an additional cost not covered by the tuition fees
Verified from the official gsmd.ac.uk source, read 24 Aug 2026.
Weekly attendance
4 days a week in Year 1 3 days a week in Year 2
Verified from the official gsmd.ac.uk source, read 24 Aug 2026.
Application fee
Application Fee: £127 GBP
Verified from the official gsmd.ac.uk source, read 24 Aug 2026.
Placements across health, education and community settings
students gain experience working with adults and children alongside qualified music therapists on placements in a variety of settings including special and mainstream schools, and with people who experience: Mental health problems Dementia Learning disabilities School exclusion Communication delay Autism Acquired brain injury or stroke Social, emotional and behavioural difficulties
Verified from the official gsmd.ac.uk source, read 24 Aug 2026.
Personal therapy requirement at additional cost
students must undertake a minimum of 40 hours of individual personal therapy as a requirement from the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). This is an additional cost not covered by the tuition fees
Verified from the official gsmd.ac.uk source, read 24 Aug 2026.
Psychodynamic approach with mandatory self-reflection
The programme is influenced by psychodynamic approaches to therapy, and all Music Therapy students undertake their own personal therapy during training. A high degree of self-reflection and self-awareness is required
Verified from the official gsmd.ac.uk source, read 24 Aug 2026.
One-to-one Principal Study and Second Study lessons
Tuition is complemented by one-to-one conservatoire-level training in your Principal Study and Second Study lessons with the School's teachers
Verified from the official gsmd.ac.uk source, read 24 Aug 2026.
HCPC registration and BAMT membership on graduation
Graduates have an excellent record of employment in health, education, social and community service and the voluntary sector, and are eligible to register as arts therapists with the HCPC and as professional members of the British Association for Music Therapy
Verified from the official gsmd.ac.uk source, read 24 Aug 2026.
Year 2 extended placement with research project
An extended placement offers further in-depth clinical experience, supported by seminars and classes on professional practice and current approaches. An Applied Theoretical and Research Studies module will introduce research methods and support you in carrying out your chosen research project
Verified from the official gsmd.ac.uk source, read 24 Aug 2026.
Non-graduates with musical accomplishments may apply
Accomplished musicians who do not possess a university degree are welcome to apply, provided they can manage the academic demands. If they are successful at audition and interview, they will be asked to complete an academic task before an offer of a place is made
Verified from the official gsmd.ac.uk source, read 24 Aug 2026.
What to check before applying to MA In Music Therapy
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MA In Music Therapy entry requirements and frequently asked questions
What qualification does MA In Music Therapy award?
MA In Music Therapy is listed by Guildhall School of Music & Drama as a MA programme. The linked university page is the authority for the exact award title.
How much does MA In Music Therapy cost for international students?
Published tuition is £32,410 Year 1; £21,610 Year 2 (overseas / international, students starting in September 2026 onwards). Confirm the applicable year, applicant category and any deposit on the linked university fee page.
What are the entry requirements for MA In Music Therapy?
Applicants will normally have already completed an undergraduate Honours degree at the point of application. Music is the most common subject, although applications from graduates in other subjects are welcome. Experience of working with people in the community in either health or education settings is highly beneficial. This is a programme-specific source summary, not an admissions decision; Guildhall School of Music & Drama makes the final assessment.
Where can I verify the facts about MA In Music Therapy?
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MA In Music Therapy entry requirements and costs
Applicants will normally have already completed an undergraduate Honours degree at the point of application. Music is the most common subject, although applications from graduates in other subjects are welcome. Experience of working with people in the community in either health or education settings is highly beneficial.
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