
Arts Therapies Theory and Research in Relation to Practice 2
Course overview
• Formulate a research question and determine the nature of evidence most suited to the answering of that question. • Collaboratively present a research proposal designed to provide and process the necessary evidence. • Identify and critique appropriate theoretical approaches that underpin the basis of Contemporary Arts Therapies Practice specific to your chosen art form. • Critically reflect upon, and take into account, the legislative framework and ethical requirements of good arts therapies practice • Email: [email protected] • Phone: +44 (0)1332 591992
Key highlights
- Formulate research questions and determine the most suitable evidence
- Collaboratively present a research proposal to gather and process evidence
- Critique theoretical approaches underpinning contemporary arts therapies practice
- Focus on theory specific to your chosen art form
- Reflect critically on legislative and ethical requirements of arts therapies practice
Scholarships
10% Alumni Discount
All other alumni will receive a 10% discount.
Up to 10% of fees25% Alumni Discount
The 25% alumni discount is available if you graduated in the academic years 2023/24 or 2024/25 and are fully enrolled on a postgraduate programme by July 2026.
Biomedical Science Excellence Scholarship
Two awards of £1,000 are available, and will be awarded as a tuition fee reduction in the second semester. Each recipient will also be allocated up to £500 to use to attend a conference.
Up to £1,000Full Payment Discount
If you pay your annual tuition fee in full ahead of enrolment, you will benefit from a £1,000 discount.
Up to £1,000Sports Scholarships - Individual and Team Sport Scholar
Up to £3,000 fee subsidy and support services.
Sports Scholarships - Performance Team Sports Scholar
Up to £3,000 fee subsidy and support services.
Talented Athlete Award
Please contact the provider.
Vice-Chancellor's Scholarships
Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarships - £2,000
Up to £2,000
Careers this course leads to
- Art Therapist
- Music Therapist
- Drama Therapist
- Dance Movement Psychotherapist
- Arts Therapies Researcher
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Derby, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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