Arts and Health PhD

Program Overview

The Arts and Health PhD program at Brunel University London is a three-year full-time or six-year part-time program that explores the impact of artistic mediums on health and well-being. Students develop critical thinking and research skills, conduct independent research, and prepare for careers in research, academia, healthcare, and community organizations. The program emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration and provides a supportive and inclusive learning environment.

Program Outline

This program focuses on exploring the impact of various artistic mediums like music, movement, drama, and art on overall health and well-being.

Objectives:

• Investigate the impact of creative practices on health and well-being.

• Develop critical thinking and research skills within the field of arts and health.

• Prepare students to conduct independent research and contribute to the advancement of knowledge in this field.

• Promote interdisciplinary collaboration between researchers, healthcare professionals, and artists.
• The program emphasizes a research-led approach, encouraging students to develop and execute their own research projects under the guidance of experienced supervisors.
• Students are encouraged to utilize a variety of research methodologies, including qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods approaches.
• The program provides a supportive and challenging learning environment, fostering collaboration and intellectual exchange among students and faculty.

Outline:

Curriculum:

• The Arts and Health PhD program at Brunel University London is structured around a combination of taught modules and independent research.
• Taught modules: Students will take a series of taught modules in the first year of the program, covering topics such as:
• Introduction to Arts and Health
• Research Methods in Arts and Health
• Theoretical Perspectives on Health and Well-being
• Creative Practice and Health
• Critical Analysis of Arts and Health Research
• Dissertation Research Proposal Development
• Independent research: During the second and third year of the program, students will focus on their own research projects, guided by a designated supervisor.
• Presentations: Students are expected to present their research findings orally to their peers and faculty.
• Lectures
• Seminars
• Workshops
• Individual supervision
• Group discussions
• Guest lectures from leading experts in the field

Faculty:

• The program is taught by a team of experienced and internationally recognized researchers in the field of arts and health.
• The faculty includes experts in various areas, such as:
• Music therapy
• Art therapy
• Drama therapy
• Dance movement therapy
• Public health
• The program encourages students to engage with a variety of perspectives and methodologies, promoting critical thinking and innovation in the field of arts and health.

Careers:

Potential career paths:

• Graduates of the Arts and Health PhD program at Brunel University London are well-prepared for a variety of careers in the field of arts and health, including:
• Research positions:
• Senior Research Fellow
• Research Scientist
• Postdoctoral Research Associate
• Academia:
• Professor
• Lecturer
• Research Fellow
• Healthcare organizations:
• Arts and Health Therapist
• Creative Health Program Manager
• Arts and Health Research Officer
• Community organizations:
• Arts and Health Project Leader
• Project Coordinator
• Independent practice:
• Private Practice Arts and Health Therapist
• Careers advice and guidance
• Workshops on research and communication skills
• Networking events with professionals in the field
• Opportunities to present their research at conferences and workshops
• Dedicated academic advisors
• Mental health and well-being support
• Disability services
• The program also offers opportunities for students to get involved in research projects and other activities outside of the classroom.

2024/5 entry International£21,260 full-time £10,630 part-time UK £4,786 full-time £2,393 part-time