Programme structure

This course will provide insight into neurosciences, brain anatomy, brain pathology, the impact of music on the nervous system and human functioning.  We will explore the neuroscientific foundations of music and its use in clinical and non-clinical settings. You will exchange and reflect about the impact of pathology on human communication, cognition, movement, social behavior and emotions. You will learn about connections between music and the human nervous system and examples of the application of music to improve functions and health.  

Through synchronic online classes, forum discussions, mini tests, quizzes, reading of research literature and reflection, you will be able to relate the neuroscientific findings to own clinical practice. The course is organized in ten topics:

  1. Embedding Neurosciences in the Music Therapy Profession
  2. Music and Neurosciences
  3. Music Processing in the Brain
  4. An Introduction to Human Brain Anatomy
  5. Music(therapy), Language and Communication
  6. Music(therapy) and Cognitive Functions
  7. Music(therapy) and Movement
  8. Music(therapy) and Disorders of Consciousness
  9. Music(therapy) and Pain Management
  10. Music and the Emotional Brain

Instructional mode

Biweekly online meetings Fridays from 13.00 -14.00 | December 2025 to March 2026.

  • Access to an asynchronic syllabus
  • Online, synchronic webinars
  • Discussion forums
  • Quizzes and written assignments