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Postgraduate Diploma in Music Therapy
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CEF Reimbursable Course (selected modules only)

CEF Reimbursable Course (selected modules only)

Course Code
PE025A
Application Code
2370-PE025A
Postgraduate Diploma in Music Therapy
QF Level: 6 QR Registration No.: 14/003090/L6 QR Registration Validity Period: 01 Aug 2014 - on-going
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Continuing Education Fund Reimbursable Course
Continuing Education Fund Reimbursable Course
(selected modules only)

Some modules of this course have been included in the list of reimbursable courses under the Continuing Education Fund.

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Credit
60
Study mode
Part-time
Start Date
02 Feb 2026 (Mon)
Duration
1.5 years
Language
English
Course Fee
HK$55,380 per programme
Deadline on 15 Sep 2025 (Mon)
Enquiries
3762 0062 / 3762 0055
2151 0720
performingarts@hkuspace.hku.hk
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Highlights

This Postgraduate Diploma programme caters for the teachers, therapists, social workers and health-related professionals, providing them with practical experience, systematic training and environment to the interested and qualified students to fulfill one quarter of the requirements to become a registered music therapist with the Australian Music Therapy Association.

On completion of the programme, students should be able to:

  1. acquire initial skills in the use of music as a medium to stimulate positive health and educational changes in child clients;
  2. be able to fulfil the task of a music therapist in training using basic methods; and
  3. learn basic design and appraisal of therapeutic programme or approach within the appropriate ethical standards of practice for working with child clients.

Music therapy has become a progressively established allied health profession around the world, can one receive quality training in Hong Kong? Our PgDip in Music Therapy adjunct lecturer Mr Pan Ho will tell you more in this episode.

「音樂治療」作為輔助醫療項目，在歐美國家早被認受，但在香港發展卻相對緩慢。究竟受助者如何透過音樂改善病情，《杏林在線》分享一名嚴重智障人士經歷，他和家人怎樣以音樂紓緩生理及心理障礙。亦會請來音樂治療師何顯斌先生講解哪些人適合做音樂治療。


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Programme Details

The duration of the programme is 1.5 years. 

The postgraduate diploma in Music Therapy will be offered in blended learning mode. The medium of delivery and assessment is English.

The five taught modules are:

1. Music Therapy for Child Clients
2. Music Therapy Methods Introduction
3. Music Therapy in Hong Kong Context and Advocacy
4. Clinical Practice in Music Therapy
5. Music Psychology Research

A 'Postgraduate Diploma in Music Therapy' will be awarded by HKU SPACE to students who meet ALL of the following;

  • have passed the assessments of all the modules; and
  • have attended at least 80% of the lectures.

Graduates of this programme who meet the entrance requirements of the Master of Music Therapy (by coursework) of the University of Melbourne, Australia will be granted exemption of four modules (25% of the programme) if accepted into the Masters (by coursework) programme.

Blended learning mode of the Master’s degree is now available online. Student can access MU’s web page: http://mcm.unimelb.edu.au/study/degrees/master-of-music-therapy/overview for more details. Those who plan to apply for the Melbourne University (MU) Master of Music Therapy (by course work) have to fulfil the programme entry requirements.


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Days / Time
  • Tuesday,
  • Thursday,
Duration
  • 5 module(s)
  • 1 to 2 hours per meeting
Venue

Special Features

STUDENT'S FEEDBACK

“Professor was very helpful at clarifying each topics and discussion. She opened floor for questions from students with very open-minded manner which help me to be able to ask about any question I had about the lessons”

“Guest speakers’ sharing inspired me a lot in understanding music therapy in a local context, and in reflecting what I can do with the knowledge and skills that I have learnt, truly inspiring!”

“Professor was very efficient, demonstrated great time managing and gave us a professional role model to be punctual and have full attention during the time we had. Learning a lot of theoretical concepts in lectures and professor has been very patient and encouraging!”

“Knowing all those psychology theories behind music. It's fascinating how music works on human beings”

“Professors’ pedagogue are very systematic and inspiring. I like the videos records of both lecture and tutorials. I love to attend the lectures  so much!”

“Group discussion was effective. There are sufficient learning materials provided to support learners to learn or do the assignments”

Career Path

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Fee

Application Fee

HK$200 (Non-refundable)

Course Fee
  • Course Fee : HK$55,380 per programme (in one single payment)
  • HK$1,939 (HKU library card fee (optional))

Entry Requirements

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Applicants shall:

(a)          (i)   hold a Bachelor of Music, or

(ii)  hold a Bachelor of Music Education, or

(iii) hold a Bachelor degree in an allied health or education profession (e.g. teaching, occupational therapy, nursing, etc.) awarded by a recognized university. If the degree or equivalent qualification is from an institution where the language of teaching and assessment is not English, applicants shall provide evidence of English proficiency, such as:

1. HKCEE (before 2007) English Language (Syllabus B) at Grade D or above; or (Syllabus A) at Grade B or above; or

2. HKCEE (2007-2011) English Language at Level 3 or above; or

3. HKDSE Examination English Language at Level 3 or above; or

4. HKALE (1992 – 2012) Use of English at Grade E or above; or

5. an overall band 6.5 or above in the IELTS; or

6. a score of 550 or above in the paper-based TOEFL, or a score of 213 or above in the computer-based TOEFL

AND                  

(b) have attained ABRSM Grade 5 or above in theory and Grade 6 or above in one practical instrument (excluding voice);

AND

(c) have completed at least one psychology module (e.g. modules in behavioral neuroscience, learning and cognition, developmental psychology, social psychology) at university year 1 level at a recognized institution;

AND

(d) pass the admission selection interview. For the audition, applicants should prepare 2 songs (one for children and one for adult songs)  and accompany self on guitar with basic chord progressions, each song should last for  2-3 minutes. The audition panel reserves the right to hear only portions of the works prepared.      Students should have achieved a certain level of guitar proficiency, for example singing with a guitar using 4 different chords (including bar chords) and at least two types of strumming or picking before Module 2.

                                                          

 

CEF

  • The CEF Institution Code of HKU SPACE is 100
CEF Courses
Music Therapy in Hong Kong Context and Advocacy (Module from Postgraduate Diploma in Music Therapy)
COURSE CODE 41Z136120 FEES $11,076 ENQUIRY 3762-0055
Continuing Education Fund Reimbursable Course Continuing Education Fund Reimbursable Course (selected modules only)
Some modules of this course have been included in the list of reimbursable courses under the Continuing Education Fund.

Postgraduate Diploma in Music Therapy

  • This course is recognised under the Qualifications Framework (QF Level [6])

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Enrolment Method
Payment Method
1. Cash, EPS, WeChat Pay Or Alipay

Course fees can be paid by cash, EPS, WeChat Pay or Alipay at any HKU SPACE Enrolment Centres.

2. Cheque Or Bank draft

Course fees can also be paid by crossed cheque or bank draft made payable to “HKU SPACE”. Please specify the programme title(s) for application and applicant’s name. You may either:

  • bring the completed form(s), together with the appropriate course or application fees in the form of a cheque, and any required supporting documents to any of the HKU SPACE enrolment centres;
  • or mail the above documents to any of the HKU SPACE Enrolment Centres, specifying “Course Application” on the envelope. HKU SPACE will not be responsible for any loss of personal information and payment sent by mail.
3. VISA/Mastercard

Applicants may also pay the course fee by VISA or Mastercard, including the “HKU SPACE Mastercard”, at any HKU SPACE enrolment centres. Holders of the HKU SPACE Mastercard can enjoy a 10-month interest-free instalment period for courses with a tuition fee worth a minimum of HK$2,000; however, the course applicant must also be the cardholder himself/herself. For enquiries, please contact our staff at any enrolment centres.

4. Online Payment

Online application / enrolment is offered for most open admission courses (enrolled on first come, first served basis) and selected award-bearing programmes. Application fees and course fees of these programmes/courses can be settled by using "PPS by Internet" (not available via mobile phones), VISA or Mastercard. In addition to the aforesaid online payment channels, new and continuing students of award-bearing programmes with available online service, they may also pay their course fees by Online WeChat Pay, Online Alipay or Faster Payment System (FPS). Please refer to Enrolment Methods - Online Enrolment  for details.

Notes

  • If the programme/course is starting within five working days, application by post is not recommended to avoid any delays. Applicants are advised to enrol in person at HKU SPACE Enrolment Centres and avoid making cheque payment under this circumstance.

  • Fees paid are not refundable except under very exceptional circumstances (e.g. course cancellation due to insufficient enrolment), subject to the School’s discretion. In exceptional cases where a refund is approved, fees paid by cash, EPS, WeChat Pay, Alipay, cheque, FPS or PPS by Internet will be reimbursed by a cheque, and fees paid by credit card will be reimbursed to the credit card account used for payment. 

  • In addition to the published fees, there may be additional costs associated with individual programmes. Please refer to the relevant course brochures or direct any enquiries to the relevant programme team for details.
  • Fees and places on courses cannot be transferrable from one applicant to another. Once accepted onto a course, the student may not change to another course without approval from HKU SPACE. A processing fee of HK$120 will be levied on each approved transfer.
  • HKU SPACE will not be responsible for any loss of payment, receipt, or personal information sent by mail.
  • For payment certification, please submit a completed form, a sufficiently stamped and self-addressed envelope, and a crossed cheque for HK$30 per copy made payable to “HKU SPACE” to any of our enrolment centres.
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