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Our music therapy Master's programme lasts two years and integrates an intensive work placement phase. The programme includes practical music lessons, therapeutic techniques, and scientific content. We specialise in music therapy in psychiatry, psychosomatics, psychotherapy, and neurology. You will also learn how to use music to treat people in a wide variety of circumstances.
Our philosophy is to combine teaching, practice and research under one roof. We teach you music therapy, music and psychological/medical course content with a focus on direct application. You can practise and further develop the knowledge and skills acquired in two internships. You can actively participate in the faculty's ongoing research projects and pursue applied research in research projects and the master’s thesis.
The scientific foundations, methodological skills and professional qualifications acquired in the Master's programme in Music Therapy will enable you to work in a clinical, curative or special educational context. It enables you to pursue a career in research and work towards a doctorate in addition to various practical activities.
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Skills in music therapy transfer easily to other clinical fields, such as forensics, geriatrics, or neonatology. Setting up a private practice in Germany is regulated by law via the Heilpraktikergesetz (Alternative Practitioners Act) and requires a separate state examination (alternative practitioner for psychotherapy).Please note that certification, licensure, and other matters related to the profession of music therapy are handled differently in different countries.
The Master's degree in Music Therapy at SRH University offers an in-depth, applied education that combines scientific principles with practical experience. It provides sound knowledge in the fields of clinical psychology, neurology and research. A particular focus is on the application of music therapy methods in various clinical and educational contexts.
Students not only acquire basic musical and therapeutic skills, but also deepen these in advanced modules. These include evidence-based approaches in pain therapy, diagnostics in the field of paediatric therapy and Community Music Therapy. Legal, ethical and professional aspects of music therapy are also covered. The curriculum includes extensive internships that allow students to gain practical experience in clinical settings.
Graduates are prepared for practical work in therapeutic and educational institutions as well as for an academic career, which can lead to a doctorate, for example.
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In addition to technical and methodological skills, social and personal skills are crucial today. SRH University 's innovative, successful and award-winning CORE principle promotes independent and active learning so that you can apply your knowledge directly in practice - for a clear competitive advantage.
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The Bridges initiative has existed in Heidelberg since 2015: an association of musicians, music therapists and music teachers who visit refugee accommodation centres in Heidelberg to make music together with the residents. The SRH University of Applied Sciences Heidelberg promotes and supports this project by submitting funding applications.
