Embark on a transformative journey with the MA (Hons) in Art Psychotherapy at the University of Roehampton London, a postgraduate degree designed for artists and professionals seeking to build a rewarding career as a registered art psychotherapist. This course addresses the growing need for creative therapeutic interventions in diverse clinical settings, equipping you with the essential skills and theoretical knowledge to facilitate healing through art. You will engage deeply with analytical psychotherapy theory, Jungian psychology, and psychodynamic principles, preparing you to work effectively with individuals facing complex emotional and psychological challenges.
This full-time, on-campus Masters programme, studied over two years, offers a comprehensive blend of theoretical study, experiential learning, and practical clinical placements. You will develop your practice through compulsory modules in theory, practice, and clinical work, including significant placement experience in Year 1 and Year 2, culminating in a final clinical project. You will graduate eligible to apply for registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), prepared for impactful roles in psychiatric hospitals, social services, education, and the voluntary sector.