Master of Arts - Art Therapy

Explore the MA in Art Therapy at the University of Hertfordshire. Gain clinical skills and experience for a rewarding career in health and education. Apply now!

Program Description The MA Art Therapy is approved by The Health Care Professions Council (HCPC) and is situated in the vibrant School of Creative Arts. The programme offers opportunities for students to develop their artistic identities in tandem with receiving a through training in the skills and knowledge required for safe therapeutic practice. Students attend placements throughout the course and develop their professional skills through clinical supervision, reflective practice groups and by articulating their practice in writing, research and multi-media presentations. Focusing on the public sector, placements range from adult and child mental health, rehabilitation, palliative care, learning disabilities, forensic settings and schools. The programme guides students toward achieving employment in health care, education and/or voluntary organisations.