LONDON’S GLOBAL UNIVERSITY

PERFORMING ARTS
MEDICINE MSc /
2019/20 ENTRY

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Performing Arts Medicine MSc /

The Performing Arts Medicine MSc at UCL is a  Degree structure 

unique programme providing specialised training to
Mode: Full-time: 1 year; Part-time: 2 years; Flexible: up to 2 years
those interested or already involved in offering
Location: London, Bloomsbury
health services to this very special sector of
Students undertake modules to the value of 180 credits. The MSc
instrumental musicians, singers, dancers, actors programme consists of eight core modules (120 credits) and the
research project (60 credits).
and other performing artists.
A Postgraduate Diploma (eight core modules, 120 credits)
A Postgraduate Certificate (four core modules, 60 credits)
 Degree summary 
Please note that the list of modules given here is indicative. This
The MSc and diploma cover musculoskeletal injury, performance information is published a long time in advance of enrolment and module
psychology, pain management, assessment and rehabilitation, disability, content and availability is subject to change.
travelling and touring, dance and music performance science,
management of the professional voice and research methodology. MSc COMPULSORY MODULES

students also engage in a research project and dissertation. The // Clinical Assessment and Rehabilitation of the Performing Artists
certificate is a limited curriculum version for non-clinicians or clinicians
// Clinical Management of the Professional Voice*
who wish to upgrade at a later time.
// Pain and Disability Management within the Performing Arts World
// No other MSc programme currently exists that brings together all
// Environmental & Lifestyle Issues for the Performing Artist*
elements of performing arts medicine. This unique programme has
been designed for health professionals entering this diverse field. // Musculoskeletal and Neuromuscular Performance Related Injury

// The programme is taught and supervised by lecturers working in this // Performance Psychology*
and affiliated fields. Research is supported by the Institute of Sport // Research Methodology
Exercise and Health, the British Association of Performing Arts
// Science of Dance and Music Performance*
Medicine,  orchestras, theatre companies, and music and dance
colleges. // *PG Cert core module

OPTIONAL MODULES
// Graduate students present in international conferences and publish
in journals becoming members of the global performing arts // There are no optional modules for this programme.
medicine community.
DISSERTATION/RESEARCH PROJECT
The delivery of the programme is through lectures, tutorials or
// All MSc students undertake a research project which culminates in a dissertation of
workshops. Performing arts clinics and performance settings when approximately 6,000–7,000 words, a presentation and a viva.
possible are also included in the programme. Details about the lecturers
and tutors can be found here.

Assessment is through coursework, written examinations and objective

structured clinical examinations (OSCEs). This programme is based at
the Institute of Sport, Exercise & Health (ISEH).
 Your career 
Graduates gain in-depth knowledge of the diverse field of performing
arts medicine. Their specialised skills can be incorporated in their own
professional practice or they can participate in performing arts clinics in
various settings e.g. conservatoires, orchestras, music or dance
colleges.
Graduates' knowledge and experience is valued and they may be invited
as educators and trainers in performing arts medicine and will become
members of an ever-growing medical community with common interest
in the wellbeing of the performer. 
Graduates who have aspirations for further academic study and
research activity, such as progressing to a PhD, will receive appropriate
guidance.

Employability
Assessing a performing artist requires specialised skills and the ability to
associate health issues with the particular artistic activity. The
programme provides its students with broad knowledge of the art forms
and their demands on the performer and how these impact on their
wellbeing. With focused tutorials and real life scenarios the student
builds the confidence to assess and diagnose or refer appropriately as
well as to monitor rehabilitation and return to performance. The
privileged position of the health professional in helping performers
overcome often career threatening adversity is a most rewarding
experience that enriches this type of work.
 Entry requirements  FEES AND FUNDING 2019/20 ENTRY
// UK: £12,750 (FT), £6,500 (PT)
A primary medical qualification (MBBS or equivalent) or a second-class
Bachelor's degree from a UK university in a relevant discipline (e.g. // EU: £12,750 (FT), £6,500 (PT)
medicine, physiotherapy, osteopathy, chiropractic, nursing, sports // Overseas: £25,610 (FT), £12,750 (PT)
science, biomedical sciences, athletic training) or an overseas
qualification of an equivalent standard. A second-class Bachelor's The tuition fees shown are for the year indicated above. Fees for
degree (or the overseas equivalent) in psychology, speech therapy, or subsequent years may increase or otherwise vary. Further information
performance science is also acceptable for the PG Cert. on fee status, fee increases and the fee schedule can be viewed on
the UCL Students website.
English language proficiency level
Fees for flexible, modular study are charged pro-rata to the
If your education has not been conducted in the English language, you appropriate full-time Master's fee taken in an academic session.
will be expected to demonstrate evidence of an adequate level of
English proficiency. Full details of funding opportunities can be found on the UCL
Scholarships website: www.ucl.ac.uk/scholarships
The level of English language proficiency for this programme is: Good.
Information about the evidence required, acceptable qualifications and APPLICATION DEADLINE
test providers is provided at:
www.ucl.ac.uk/graduate/english-requirements All applicants: 30 August 2019

Details on how to apply are available on the website at:

 Your application  www.ucl.ac.uk/graduate/apply

Students are advised to apply as early as possible due to competition for CONTACT
places. Those applying for scholarship funding (particularly overseas
Dr Hara Trouli, Programme Lead
applicants) should take note of application deadlines.
When we assess your application we would like to learn: Email: [email protected]
why you want to study Performing Arts Medicine at graduate level
• Telephone: +44 (0)207 679 5060
why you want to study Performing Arts Medicine at UCL
•
what particularly attracts you to this programme
• EU referendum
how your academic and professional background meets the
• For up-to-date information relating to specific key questions following the
demands of this programme UK’s decision to leave the EU, please refer to www.ucl.ac.uk/brexit
where you would like to go professionally with your degree
•
Together with essential academic requirements, the personal statement
is your opportunity to illustrate whether your reasons for applying to this
programme match what the programme will deliver.
There is an application processing fee for this programme of £75 for
online applications and £100 for paper applications. Further information
can be found at:
www.ucl.ac.uk/prospective-students/graduate/taught/application.

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