Course Summary
Our MA in Gestalt Psychotherapy is a richly immersive, residential programme designed for those seeking deep personal and professional development. Rooted in experiential learning, our four-year structure integrates residential workshops, regional study days, personal therapy, and supervised clinical placements to cultivate skilled, reflective, and relational practitioners.
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Career Sectors
This course prepares you for working in the Career Sectors below. Follow the links to get a fuller understanding of the sectors you are preparing for.
Entry Requirements
Entry to the training programme is at graduate level 8 or equivalent. Selection is made on the basis of personal development as well as prior experience and academic aptitude. In line with research evidence, we believe that the person of the therapist and the strength of the relationship they make are the most important factors in predicting good therapeutic outcome.
More information on Admission Criteria at https://gestaltinstitute.ie/ma-gestalt-therapy#structure
Application Details
Applications are being accepted and processed for 2026-2027
Waiting List for the 2027 -2028 is open
Closing date for applications is 30 November 2025.
If you wish to apply please email your completed Application Form to [email protected].
Applications are being accepted and processed for MA 2025-2026.
Waiting List for the 2026 -2027 MA is open.
Fees
Modules 1-3
Fees are €4,850 per year, plus accommodation at Teach Bhríde at a fee of €85/95 per day for standard/ en-suite room. You will be registered as an SETU student and will receive a student card giving you access to all SETU facilities. You may be able to claim tax relief on your fees which are payable by bank transfer.
In addition to programme fees:
Students are required to attend personal therapy, at their own expense, for the duration of modules 1-3.
Students on clinical placement are required to attend supervision, at their own expense, in a ratio of 1 supervision to every 4 client sessions.
All students must be members of a professional association and subject to that body’s Code of Ethics.
Module 4-Dissertation
Fees are €6,950.00, plus accommodation at Teach Bhríde at a fee of €85/95 per day for standard/ en-suite room. Individual academic supervision is provided online and students are expected to submit their final dissertations six months after teaching is completed. Students requiring a longer time to complete incur additional fees.
The Student
Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests. If these interests do not describe you, this course may prepare you for work you may not find satisfying.
Social
The Social person's interests focus on interacting with the people in their environment. In all cases, the Social person enjoys the personal contact with other people in preference to the impersonal dealings with things, data and ideas found in other groups.
Many will seek out positions where there is direct contact with the public in some advisory role, whether a receptionist or a counsellor. Social people are motivated by an interest in different types of people and like diversity in their work environments. Many are drawn towards careers in the caring professions and social welfare area, whilst others prefer teaching and other 'informing' roles.
Career Progression
Duration
MA Programme Dates
2026 - 2027
Year 1 to 4
October 2026 Wednesday 7th - Sunday 11th
January 2027 Wednesday 13th - Sunday 17th
April 2027 Wednesday 7th - Sunday 11th
June 2027 Friday 4th - Sunday 13th
2026 - 2027
Year 5
October 2026 Friday 2nd - Sunday 4th
January 2027 Friday 8th - Sunday 10th
April 2027 Friday 2nd - Sunday 4th
May - June 2027 Sunday May 30th - Tuesday June 1st