Cert in Musikk og helse

This 15-credit course introduces how taking part in musical activity can promote health among different groups in society. The focus is on practical trials of musical activity where music serves health and quality-of-life goals. Teaching stresses cooperation, relationship skills, and the role music can play in healthcare institutions, in various forms of education and in leisure settings. The course draws on recent research from the practice field of music and health, and uses theory from musicology, pedagogy, psychology and health studies. It is open to applicants with relevant prior study and is taught on campus at Volda.