Music Psychology Training – (M.A.)

Requirements

Both Master's Degree programmes (Music, Mind & Technology and Music Therapy) are open to applicants from all over the world with a bachelor’s degree or equivalent, preferably majoring in one of the following fields: musicology, music education, music therapy, music technology, acoustics, ethnomusicology, the arts, cultural studies, media studies, multimedia, psychology, medical studies, nursing science, cognitive science, philosophy, mathematics, physics, computer science, information science, or another relevant discipline. Since the field is interdisciplinary, applicants with a background or interests in two or more of these areas are given preference. The applicants are expected to possess a basic knowledge of music theory, acoustics, and research methods.

In addition, in the Music Therapy programme also practical music skills are beneficial. The MMT programme focuses on scientific research, and practical music skills are not required from applicants.
Since the language of the programme is English, the selected candidates must be able to demonstrate their proficiency in English. A minimum TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) score of 580 (paper-based), 237 (computer-based), or 92 (internet-based) is required of applicants whose mother tongue is other than English. Also the IELTS (International English Language Testing System) score is acceptable. The score should be 6.5 or higher. The language test is not required from candidates who have completed their bachelor's degree in one of the following countries: Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, or the United States. For more information, please visit the University Language Centre.