Wilfrid Laurier University - Faculty of Graduate Studies

Music Therapy (MMT)

Wilfrid Laurier University - Faculty of Graduate Studies

Faculty:Faculty of Music
Degree:Master; Co-op
Field of Study:Music Therapy/Therapist
Course Based:Yes
Length:24 Month(s)
Cost per year:*
National: $7,694

Please visit the Laurier website for more information on tuition and fees.

Description:

Our Master of Music Therapy (MMT) is the longest-running graduate music therapy degree in Canada. The philosophy of our program centres around music psychotherapy, clinical musicianship and psychotherapeutic techniques, which are developed through clinical, theoretical and experiential practices.

The MMT is offered full time as a two-year program with a one-year option for individuals who hold a Bachelor of Music Therapy.

Prerequisites:

Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)*73
Test Scores:
  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 8 3] or Pearson Test of English (Academic) [min. 59] or International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) [min. 6.5] or Canadian Academic English Language Assessment [min. 70]
Additional Admission Requirements:
  • Letter(s) of Reference
  • Resume/Curriculum Vitae
Admission to the two-year Master of Music Therapy is based on the collective results of the information below.

  • A completed four-year honours undergraduate degree in music or an allied area (e.g., psychology), with at least a B (73-76 percent) standing in the final academic year.
  • Evidence of relevant paid and/or voluntary experience in human service organizations.
  • Completion of the following psychology courses with at least a B- (70-72 percent) in each course: Introduction, Developmental, Abnormal Psychology.

Admission to the one-year Master of Music Therapy is based on the collective results of the information below.

  • A completed four-year honours undergraduate degree in music therapy, with a minimum of a B (73-76 percent) standing in the final academic year.
  • Evidence of advanced clinical experience.
  • Completion of the following psychology courses with at least a B- (70-72 percent) in each course: Introduction, Developmental, Abnormal Psychology.

* The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.

* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

Modified on December 17, 2025