Dramatherapy

University of Derby

Postgraduate MA Full-time 2 Years

Dramatherapy MA is a postgraduate degree at University of Derby, based in Derby, taught full-time over 2 years.

About this course

After successful completion of the MA Dramatherapy course you’ll be eligible to apply to the Health and Care Professions Council for registration as a dramatherapist, as long as you meet the HCPC’s requirements.
- Study a Masters course approved by the Health and Care Professions Council

- Graduate successfully and you’ll be eligible to apply to the ‌Health and Care Professions Council to become a registered arts therapist (dramatherapist), as long as you meet the HCPC’s requirements. This is a legal requirement for those wishing to work as a dramatherapist in the UK

- Enhance your knowledge of theatre in the therapeutic process, and explore the role of improvisation and the need to adapt therapeutic interventions to individual and group needs

- You’ll conduct a major piece of independently researched work in an area of personal interest

- Further your understanding of psychological processes and have the opportunity to develop your own therapeutic approach

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Course Details

Qualification
MA
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
2 Years
Start Date
2025

2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ

Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Derby
Scheme
Postgraduate