Music Therapy Concordia University Montréal

Overview

The Music Therapy programme at Concordia University Montréal provides advanced professional training designed to deepen clinical expertise and research skills. This Master of Arts is the only programme of its kind in Québec, operating within a social justice framework to support health and wellness through expressive music experiences.

Students can choose between two distinct pathways depending on their professional objectives. The Research with Thesis Option is ideal for those looking to contribute new knowledge to the field, while the Advanced Music Therapy Practice Option focuses on enhancing clinical skills through additional practicum hours and a capstone project.

The curriculum is approved by the Canadian Association of Music Therapists, ensuring that graduates meet high standards of education and clinical readiness.

Why Music Therapy at Concordia University Montréal?

This programme stands out as the sole advanced training provider for music therapy in the province of Québec. It is delivered via a flexible low-residency online model, making it accessible to working professionals while maintaining rigorous academic and clinical standards within the Faculty of Fine Arts.

The university provides a unique interdisciplinary environment where students engage with topics such as cross-cultural competence and clinical ethics. Facilities and teaching methods are designed to foster personal growth and professional maturity, preparing students to support diverse client populations in various healthcare and community settings.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: CAD 691 per credit
• National fee: CAD 315 per credit

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Syllabus

The curriculum consists of core requirements and specialised tracks. Modules may include:

• Music Therapy Advanced Literature
• Music Therapy Supervision, Teaching, and Learning
• Advanced Clinical Improvisation in Music Therapy I
• Advanced Clinical Improvisation in Music Therapy II
• Research in Music Therapy: Qualitative and Quantitative Methods
• Cross-cultural Competence in the Creative Arts Therapies
• Ethics in Clinical Practice in the Creative Arts Therapies
• Ethics in Research in the Creative Arts Therapies
• Research in the Creative Arts Therapies

Students in the Research track will also complete:

• Advanced Music Therapy Practicum I
• Advanced Music Therapy Practicum II
• Thesis

Students in the Advanced Practice track will also complete:

• Advanced Music Therapy Practice I
• Advanced Music Therapy Practice II
• Music Therapy Advanced Capstone Project

Careers with Music Therapy

Graduates are prepared for advanced roles as credentialed music therapists in a variety of professional environments. The programme equips individuals to work in hospitals, schools, community centres, and private practice, focusing on established and emergent health goals for their clients.

By completing this M.A., practitioners gain the expertise required for leadership positions, clinical supervision, and academic research. The focus on social justice and ethical practice ensures that graduates are highly valued by employers seeking culturally competent and evidence-based healthcare providers.