Direct answer
To apply for the MA Dance Movement Psychotherapy at Goldsmiths, University of London for 2026/27, you normally need an undergraduate degree at second class standard or above in a relevant subject, or equivalent experience. You must also have a minimum of two years’ experience in dance or movement forms, and at least 200 hours of paid or voluntary work in health, social, education or community services. If English is not your first language, you need an IELTS score of 6.5 with 6.5 in writing and no element lower than 6.0. All applicants must also satisfy fitness to train requirements. The programme page does not publish separate requirements for Chinese applicants; the general international qualifications and English language criteria apply.
Undergraduate degree requirement
The programme requires an undergraduate degree of at least second class standard in a relevant or related subject. If you are not a graduate or your degree is in an unrelated field, you may still be considered if you have relevant experience and can demonstrate the ability to work at postgraduate level. Goldsmiths accepts a wide range of international qualifications, and you can check the qualifications accepted from around the world on the university’s website.
Dance and movement experience
You must have a minimum of two years’ experience in dance and/or movement forms. This requirement is listed alongside the academic qualifications and is a core part of the entry criteria.
Work experience in relevant services
You need at least 200 hours of experience of paid or voluntary work in health, social, education or community services. When you apply, you must submit a completed evidence of work experience form providing details of all your relevant work experience. The form includes information about what work is considered relevant and the amount of experience required.
English language requirement
If English is not your first language, you need an IELTS score of 6.5 with a 6.5 in writing and no element lower than 6.0. Goldsmiths also accepts equivalent English language qualifications. If you need help with your English, the university offers courses that can prepare you for postgraduate study.
Fitness to train
You must fulfil fitness to train requirements. Applicants are asked to disclose any criminal record, disciplinary record, significant periods of time off work and significant health problems in writing after interview. If the university wishes to make an offer, an anonymised version of the written disclosure is reviewed by a panel considering suitability for therapeutic studies training. This process is additional to normal fitness to train processes.
Selection process and interview
Admission is normally by an interview day, including a group movement session. International students are asked to submit a movement portfolio demonstrating their ability to move alone and with one or more people, beyond the use of technical movement vocabulary. Further details and guidelines for the movement portfolio submission are sent if you are selected for interview.
How to apply
You apply directly to Goldsmiths using the online application system. Applications are accepted from October for students wanting to start the following September. You are encouraged to complete your application as early as possible, even if you have not finished your current programme of study. Late applications are only considered if spaces are available. To complete your application, you need details of your academic qualifications, the email address of your referee or a copy of your academic reference, copies of your educational transcripts or certificates, a personal statement, and a completed evidence of work experience form.
Programme structure and fees
The programme is 2 years full-time or 3 years part-time. International full-time tuition fees for 2026/27 are £25,500. It is not currently possible for international students to study part-time under a student visa. If you think you might be eligible to study part-time while on another visa type, you should contact the Admissions Team. You are required to be in personal therapy throughout the programme at your own cost. On graduation, you are eligible to become a registered professional member of the Association for Dance Movement Psychotherapy UK.
FAQ
What qualifications do I need if my degree is not in a related subject?
If your degree is in an unrelated field, or if you are not a graduate, you can still be considered if you have relevant experience and can show that you have the ability to work at postgraduate level.
What counts as relevant work experience for the 200-hour requirement?
The evidence of work experience form, which you must submit with your application, includes information about what work is considered relevant. The official page specifies paid or voluntary work in health, social, education or community services.
Is there a separate application process for Chinese students?
The programme page does not list separate entry requirements for Chinese applicants. Chinese applicants follow the same application process and must meet the international qualifications and English language criteria. For more context on international study pathways, you may find our article on creative arts study useful: /posts/au-creative-arts-bachelor-guide-ref/.
Can I study part-time as an international student?
It is not currently possible for international students to study part-time under a student visa. If you think you might be eligible to study part-time while on another visa type, you should contact the Admissions Team for more information.
What happens during the interview process?
Admission is normally by an interview day that includes a group movement session. International students are asked to submit a movement portfolio demonstrating their ability to move alone and with one or more people, beyond the use of technical movement vocabulary. Guidelines for the portfolio are sent if you are selected for interview.
What is the fitness to train process?
After the interview, applicants are asked to disclose any criminal record, disciplinary record, significant periods of time off work and significant health problems in writing. If an offer is to be made, an anonymised version of the disclosure is reviewed by a panel that considers the applicant’s suitability for therapeutic studies training. This is additional to normal fitness to train processes.
Are there scholarships available for international students?
You can explore the Goldsmiths scholarships finder to find out what funding you may be eligible for. The programme page does not list specific scholarships for Chinese or other international applicants.
Official sources
- MA Dance Movement Psychotherapy programme page
- Goldsmiths international qualifications information
- Goldsmiths English language qualifications
- Goldsmiths scholarships finder
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