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Creative expression, which is the basis of arts therapy, can have a
significant impact on the healing process. Creative therapists enjoy rewarding
careers in a variety of therapeutic settings in mental health environments,
prisons and the community. Working through art, they help people with trauma,
addictions and psychological or emotional issues.
The Whitecliffe low residency Master of Arts in Arts Therapy (MAAT)
programme develops the theoretical knowledge and professional skills utilised
within the field. Students work as an artist or arts therapist within a range
of arts, including visual arts, drama, music, dance movement and writing.
Philosophy
The course offers two ways of working with groups of people and individuals
using the arts. The first, arts access or art as therapy, follows the
philosophy that art is beneficial for all people and involves artists offering
their experiences, skills and enthusiasm to people who would not otherwise have
access to the arts. The second, art in therapy or art psychotherapy, follows
the philosophy that the arts have the potential to heal, particularly in the
area of psychological health such as post-traumatic stress.
Seminars
Whitecliffe Master of Arts in Arts Therapy requires attendance at 17
intensive weekend seminars, plus a substantial amount of independent course
work. Students are free to continue in their employment, but must schedule
release time as needed. Computer and Internet access are essential because
communication with lecturers and other students is maintained online.
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Programmes
The MAAT weekend seminars include guest speakers, tutorials, discussion
groups and experiential workshops. The programme also involves case studies,
supervised contact with clients and written research projects undertaken in the
student's home location. During their first three semesters students complete
six compulsory courses. In their fourth semester, students select from a group
of self-directed research electives. Research can include work-related
experience.
Enrolment
There are two intakes through the year for the MAAT (February and July)
however, applications for admission can be submitted anytime. Applications
received after the deadlines will be considered for entry subject to places
being available.
The Master of Arts in Arts Therapy has been approved and accredited by the
New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA) under the provisions of the
Education Act 1989.
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