Art Psychotherapy

Admission Requirements: UK honours degree or equivalent in the area of the visual arts supported by a portfolio of artwork in a variety of media created over a period of time. Degrees in subjects such as psychology, social work, nursing, education and other relevant subjects may be considered if supported by a substantial portfolio of artwork. Applicants will be contacted with further information regarding submission of an online portfolio, after submitting their application. Normally a minimum of one year’s full-time (or part-time equivalent, typically 1000 hours) of relevant work experience in for example a caring, supportive or educational role within a professional service or organization. Relevant roles include nursing assistant, project worker, arts instructor, along with experience in care work in a community setting, art teaching, or facilitating art workshops. Some experience of personal art psychotherapy or psychodynamic psychotherapy, or experiential workshops in creative therapies is desirable. This experience should be obtained prior to making your application.