Course Overview

Creative Arts Therapy is a form of psychotherapy that utilises creative modalities - including visual arts-making, drama, dance/movement, creative writing, and nature-connected arts - to improve and inform physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being.

Arts Therapy differs from traditional art-making or performance in that the emphasis expands to include attention to the processes of creating and meaning-making. Arts Therapists work with individuals and groups by developing a therapeutic relationship with their client/s with clear boundaries, treatment plans, and outcomes to assist them in their healing. Within this therapeutic relationship, creative expression can have significant impact on the healing process for all people including those experiencing trauma, addictions, and psychological or emotional problems.

Whitecliffe Arts Therapy graduates combine their passion for creativity and for working with others to enhance well-being. They develop the confidence to contribute to this dynamic, emerging field of Creative Arts Therapy, harnessing their own experience and interests to pioneer new frontiers in this rapidly expanding profession.

General Eligibility

Domestic Student Entry Requirements:

• Completed application form

• An undergraduate diploma or degree qualification in a relevant field, equivalent to NZQF Level 7

• A letter of intent

• Three letters of reference

• A current curriculum vitae

• Evidence of academic writing ability which reflects the potential for successful study at the graduate level (examples of previous academic writing may be submitted)

International Student Entry Requirements:

• Completed application form

• Passport copy

• Minimum Age: Students must turn 18 within their first year of study at Whitecliffe

• IELTS Academic overall score of 6.5 with no band less than 6.0 or equivalent

• An undergraduate diploma or degree qualification in a relevant field, equivalent to NZQF Level 7

• A letter of intent

• Three letters of reference

• A current curriculum vitae

• Evidence of academic writing ability which reflects the potential for successful study at the graduate level (examples of previous academic writing may be submitted)

Part Time Work Details

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Language Requirement

• IELTS Academic overall score of 6.5 with no band less than 6.0 or equivalent