Master of Music Therapy

Interview/audition requirements

An audition and interview will be required for all shortlisted applicants as part of the selection process. Shortlisted applicants will be notified of how to book an interview, one week after applications close.

Interviews will run for 20 minutes and will be held online via Zoom Web Conferencing. You will be given a song, approximately one week prior, which you will be required to perform, accompanying yourself on guitar. Please ensure that your guitar is tuned.

At the interview, you will also be asked to discuss your interest in the study of music therapy, your understanding of the profession and of literature, and any relevant experience. You are strongly advised to observe the work of a qualified and registered music therapist. A list of the facilities available for observation can be viewed here.

The University of Melbourne and the Faculty of Fine Arts and Music are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all participants, regardless of their physical, sensory, cognitive, or psychological abilities. Should you be required to attend an audition, you will be asked if you have any accessibility requirements during the booking stage.

You should also research information on Music Therapy from prominent sites, such as:

• Voices - A World Forum for Music Therapy
• The Australian Music Therapy Association
• The American Music Therapy Association.

The following textbook is also strongly recommended:

• Meadows, A. (Ed.). (2011). Developments in Music Therapy Practice: Case Study Perspectives, Barcelona Publishers.

How will I be assessed?

Your practice portfolio will be assessed against the following criteria by the selection panel:

• academic reference
• musical ability
• performance on primary instrument covering a range of contrasting styles (combination of classical, jazz, improvisatory work, etc.)
• demonstrated vocal skill across a range of genres, styles, or decades
• guitar accompaniment demonstrating a minimum of basic skills, including first position chords, barre chords, bass runs, and various accompanying styles such as strumming and picking techniques

In the audition and interview, shortlisted applicants will be assessed against the following criteria by the selection panel:

• applicant's musical ability
• interest in the study of music therapy, an elementary understanding of the profession, and relevant experience.

Please note that all applicants will be ranked based on the above criteria, up to the capacity of places within the course.

Conditions of Enrolment:

Successful applicants will be required to hold a current Working with Children Check and a current police check.