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Master of Arts in Music Therapy

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HIGHLIGHTS

2

YearS Full-time

Duration

Thailand’s only International Post-Grad Program in Thai Studies.
In-Depth Integrated Studies and Research
Non-Degree Program

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Master of Arts in Music Therapy

Graduate School

Chulalongkorn University

+66 2218 4566
+66 2218 3501
cufaamt@gmail.com

Overview

The Master of Arts in Music Therapy is a two-year innovative, hybrid, interdisciplinary course that combines online learning with on-campus classes. The course integrates the best of both American and European music therapy approaches to optimize clinical practices, which enable participating students to develop the skills necessary to work with a variety of clinical populations and goals.

WHY this program
at Chula

1 Therapeutic Benefits of Music Therapy

The use of music for health has long been part of indigenous practices and today has become an evidence-based field of therapy to help people improve their physical, mental and emotional well-being. Internationally, research has shown the therapeutic benefits of music therapy for a wide range of health conditions and disabilities, such as developmental disorders (e.g., ASD, ADHD), neurological disorders (e.g., Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, brain injury), mental health conditions (e.g., depression, stress, anxiety), and medical conditions (e.g., pain).

2 Unique Program Leverages Collaboration with World Class Institutions

Combining art and science, this interdisciplinary program is a collaboration between Chulalongkorn University’s Faculty of Fine and Applied Arts, Faculty of Medicine, Faculty of Psychology and the Graduate School, with adjunct lecturers from world-renowned institutions.

3 Top Ranked University for Art and Humanities

Apart from being the top ranked university in Thailand in the QS World University Ranking 2020, Chulalongkorn University ranked in the top 200 universities for Arts and Humanities in the 2018 QS World University ranking and in the top 50 for universities in Asia.

Career Opportunities

The MA in Music Therapy combines the best of both American and European approaches, thereby facilitating students to develop skill sets that are in demand in the private and public sectors, international agencies, NGOs and educational institutions.

Admission

Required qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in MUSIC, PSYCHOLOGY, HEALTH SCIENCE, or related fields with at least a 3.0 GPA
High level of music performance proficiency, especially in piano, guitar and singing
English Proficiency Test certificate (attained within the previous 2 years): TOEFL paper-based score of at least 500 or TOEFL internet-based score of at least 61 or IELTS (Academic) score of at least 5.0 or CU-TEP score of at least 60

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS FOR APPLICATION

Photograph of the applicant
Photocopy of the applicant’s National ID card (Thai students) or passport (International students)
A copy of official transcript(s)
A copy of an English Proficiency Test official report
A completed application form
Two letters of recommendation (at least one of which must be an academic reference)
A 750-word Statement of Purpose describing current activities, research interests and future plans
A curriculum vitae including portfolio of awards and achievements
Video-recorded performances* of the applicant performing:
a. Two vocal songs accompanied by the applicant’s own guitar playing**
b. Two vocal songs accompanied by the applicant’s own piano playing**
c. A free improvisation on a melodic or harmonic instrument (3-5 minutes)
d. A short piece on the applicant’s primary instrument (5 minutes)

*All video-recorded performances must be submitted via Google Drive and a hardcopy (CD or USB drive).

**A list of songs will be provided in advance (see website)

Applicants can register and complete an application form via the online registration system of Chulalongkorn University’s Graduate School at https://www.grad.chula.ac.th/ Other required documents should be sent to the mailing or email address below.

Master of Arts in Music Therapy
Graduate School Chulalongkorn University
Chaloem Rajakumari 60 Building
(Chamchuri 10 Building),
M1 Floor, Soi Chula 12,
Phyathai Road, Phatumwan,
Bangkok, 10330 Thailand
Email: cufaamt@gmail.com