MA Arts, Health and Wellbeing

Plymouth Marjon University

The arts have a crucial role in our health and wellbeing. On the MA Arts, Health and Wellbeing at Marjon, you will work with experienced practitioners, guided by cutting edge research, to explore how different creative practices can be delivered in diverse community contexts to support the health and wellbeing of people and society.Course SummaryOn the MA Arts, Health & Wellbeing, you will develop your practice through cutting-edge research and work with experienced practitioners, who are part of global conversations about critical issues in the field. You will develop your facilitation skills, to enable you to work in a diverse range of community contexts. Examining how we work with individuals and groups in creative, ethical and sustainable ways, you will explore how you can bring your creative practice to these contexts to support the health and wellbeing of participants. Industry opportunities will offer you the chance to extend your professional networks in the region and beyond.How will you be taught?The course is taught through studio-based practice with experienced practitioners, lectures and seminars, self-directed research, and industry opportunities.How will you be assessed?Assessments are purposely varied. You will be assessed on practical work, presentations, critical reflections and critical/contextual essay writing.