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Dramatherapy MA

University of Derby

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Course options

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  • Qualification

    MA - Master of Arts

  • Location

    Derby

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    21-SEP-26

  • Duration

    2 Years

Course summary

Study a Masters course approved by the Health and Care Professions Council ‌Graduate successfully and you’ll be eligible to apply to the ‌Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) to become a registered arts therapist (dramatherapist), as long as you meet the HCPC’s requirements. This is a legal requirement for those wishing to work as a dramatherapist in the UK Enhance your knowledge of theatre in the therapeutic process, and explore the role of improvisation and the need to adapt therapeutic interventions to individual and group needs You’ll conduct a major piece of independently researched work in an area of personal interest Further your understanding of psychological processes and have the opportunity to develop your own therapeutic approach After successful completion of the MA Dramatherapy course you’ll be eligible to apply to the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) for registration as a dramatherapist, as long as you meet the HCPC’s requirements. Throughout this course you’ll be encouraged to reflect on and consider the impact and consequences of your interventions. You'll develop the skills to be a self-aware dramatherapist, who can discern how the impact of self is central to your facilitation skills. You'll be encouraged to be innovative, creating clear links with a wide range of theatre and improvisational methodologies. This will enable you to respond effectively to different client needs in a variety of settings. You'll be encouraged to develop your interests and follow your inspiration using the dramatic art form to create original models, suitable for a range of Dramatherapy interventions.

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Tuition fees

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£ 10,260per year

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University information

University of Derby

University of Derby

  • University League Table

    71st

  • Campus address

    Main Site, Kedleston Road, Derby, Derby, DE22 1GB, United Kingdom

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Drama, Dance & Cinematics

    62nd out of 96 5

  • Entry standards

    / Max 185
    114 61%

    76th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    62.0 62%

    26th

    2

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.17 79%

    37th

    18

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