Study Art Psychotherapy MA at Brunel University of London in the UK, Health Sciences

About this course

About this course
- Overview
- Department
Study options
Entry requirements
- International

What will I learn?

This programme will offer you the advanced skills, knowledge and confidence to respond to a wide range of health needs across physical, mental health and community sectors as an art psychotherapist. As a graduating student you will be able to apply for registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (link here). The MA Art Psychotherapy programme is provided in partnership with CNWL NHS Foundation Trust and this means work placement experience is at the core of this programme. The MA qualification is approved by the HCPC and you will gain experience of working in health contexts, including the NHS and third sector. This qualification aligns with Healthcare Employers strategic objectives and goals related to workforce planning and the strategic aims set out by NHS England and local NHS Trusts to have closer working relationships with the third sector. Our qualification is approved by the HCPC and you’ll gain experience working in health contexts, including the NHS and the third sector. Our partnership with CNWL NHS Foundation Trust means work placement experience is at the core of this programme. Throughout the course, two clinical placements run alongside academic teaching. You’ll be taught evidence-based practices by leading practitioners, including arts-based innovative approaches to collaboration and co-production that are safe, effective, and well-managed.

Which department am I in?

Health Sciences

Study options

Full Time (2 Years)

Tuition fees

£28,350.00 (US$ 36,612) per year

This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Application deadline

Expected July 2027

Start date

September 2026

Venue

Brunel University of London

Kingston Lane,

Uxbridge,

Middlesex,

UB8 3PH, Southern England, United Kingdom

Full Time (2 Years)

Tuition fees

£28,350.00 (US$ 36,612) per year

This is a provisional fee yet to be approved

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2027

Venue

Brunel University of London

Kingston Lane,

Uxbridge,

Middlesex,

UB8 3PH, Southern England, United Kingdom

Entry requirements

For international students

Students need to hold a 2:2 (or above) UK Honours degree or an equivalent internationally recognised qualification in a visual arts degree or in a discipline related to the programme such as psychology, occupational therapy, social work, or nursing. In addition, applicants must provide the following: Portfolio: All applicants must submit a portfolio of artwork demonstrating an in-depth understanding of aesthetics and image making processes. The portfolio should include: Written examples of reflections on art within a healing context; Images (12 JPEGS max); Written and verbal explorative well-informed thinking to reflect on the following areas: a) the use of image-making to facilitate relational change b) reflections on aesthetics and how aesthetics are shaped by cultural, ethnic and indigenous contexts. Work experience: We recommend 12 months comprehensive and relevant work experience, which may be voluntary work in a health, social services, education, special needs, community centre or charity setting. You should supply a CV with your application that details this experience.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.