Arts Therapies Theory and Research in Relation to Practice 2

Throughout this module emphasis will be placed on arts therapy theory, its history and its development in relation to relevant disciplines.  You’ll also consider the importance of recognising marginalised groups and working with diversity through processes of enabling and empowerment.

There will be a focus on the role of research within institutional and professional development and a consideration of evidence-based practice. You’ll develop skills and a greater understanding of the different approaches towards research in the arts therapies, identifying topics of research and selecting and applying appropriate methodology and data analysis.

The module will enable you to integrate evidence-based practice with appropriate research methodologies. You’ll perform a literature search and prepare an outline research proposal. Whilst considering the structure and concerns of the area of interest you’ll consider methods of data collection and evaluation.

Consideration of how to undertake a small scale independent research project that integrates theory and methods from psychology is a core element of the course.

Who this course is for

This is course is aimed at all health and social care professionals. You’ll need an undergraduate degree in a related subject, substantial experience working in a care organisation, evidence of using art for self-expression.

Course team

All members of the academic team are research active. You’ll meet the following team members:

• Drew Bird
• Shelagh Cornish
• Clive Holmwood
• Kirsty McTaggart
• Nick Stein
• Katy Tozer

On completion of this course you should be able to:

• Formulate a research question and determine the nature of evidence most suited to the answering of that question.
• Collaboratively present a research proposal designed to provide and process the necessary evidence.
• Identify and critique appropriate theoretical approaches that underpin the basis of Contemporary Arts Therapies Practice specific to your chosen art form.
• Critically reflect upon, and take into account, the legislative framework and ethical requirements of good arts therapies practice

Students undertaking this module usually do so as an integral part of their art therapy professional training at Master levels at the university of Derby MA Art Therapy and MA Dramatherapy programmes.

If you are funding your own study, the module price will be confirmed shortly.

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