Arts therapy is effective in working with diverse groups of clients of all age groups, abilities, and with a range of issues; it is particularly effective in engaging people who may struggle to participate in more traditional ‘talking therapies’ such as children, adolescents, people suffering from trauma, those with disabilities, language difficulties or those from diverse cultural backgrounds.
This course is recognised in the Australian Qualification Framework.
Course Overview
Course Overview
The Bachelor of Arts Therapy is designed to provide graduates with a broad body of knowledge relating to the field of arts therapy, with emphasis on the underlying principles and concepts of art making processes. A feature of the course is the focus on experiential small-group learning that supports students to develop and practice their skills and knowledge in a safe supportive environment.
This qualification is recognized in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF)
Course Outcomes
On successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
Career Opportunities
The Bachelor of Arts Therapy prepares graduates for an exciting career as arts therapists with the skills to attend to the needs of clients in a variety of professional settings, ranging from mental health organisations and agencies to private practice.
Professional Recognition
Graduates may be eligible for tier membership of the arts therapy professional body in Australia, ANZACATA.
International students may study up to one-third of the subjects in a course online.
3 February 2025, 26 May 2025, 15 September 2025
York Street Campus
Level 1, 65 York St,
SYDNEY,
New South Wales,
2000, SYDNEY, Australia
3 February 2025, 26 May 2025, 15 September 2025
Quay Street Campus
Building 5B, Level 3, 1-59 Quay Street,
HAYMARKET,
New South Wales,
2000, SYDNEY, Australia
International applicants must have an English Language Proficiency Score of IELTS 6.5 (Academic) with Speaking no less than 6.5; Listening, Writing and Reading no less than 6.0, or equivalent.
Our admission pathway options include: