Overview

The Music Therapy degree from SRH University Heidelberg takes a total of two years, including an intensive placement phase. The range of classes includes practical music lessons, therapy techniques and scientific content. We focus on music therapy in psychiatry, psychosomatics, psychotherapy and neurology. In addition, you will learn how to use music in the therapeutic treatment of people in all kinds of life circumstances.

Career prospects

The scientific foundations and the methodological and professional skills gained on the Master’s programme in Music Therapy will enable you to work in a clinical, therapeutic or special needs context.

Possible fields of work include

Psychiatry

Psychosomatics/psychotherapy

Paediatrics, child and adolescent psychiatry and psychotherapy

Neurology (early rehabilitation, rehabilitation and psychosocial aftercare)

Pain, palliative medicine

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Evidence-based clinical practice (pain)

Diagnostics and practical field children

Artistic therapies and specific fields of practice

Advanced musical competences

Professionalisation, law and ethics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-04-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , International

More details

You can apply at any time. If you need a visa, it is recommended that you apply early, at least four months before the start of the semester.

Language

Partially taught in English, Partially taught in German

Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Heidelberg, Germany

Disciplines

Visual Arts Music Art Therapy

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Proof of a first academic degree (Bachelor's, Diplom or Magister) in music, social work/ special education, psychology, nursing medicine or a comparable degree. If you have not graduated yet, apply with existing transcripts.

Curriculum vitae

Proof of English language proficiency

Letter of motivation

Copy of your identity card or passport

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

690 EUR / module

≈ 690 EUR / module
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

690 EUR / module

≈ 690 EUR / module

Additional Details

690 EUR per month

Living costs

Heidelberg

Germany

922 - 1397 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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