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Master of Mental Health, Schooling, and the A(I)rts
Master of Music & Music Education

Bridging Minds,
Shaping Futures

«An elite international Dual Master’s Program — Thessaloniki × New York»

The Duals Master’s At A Glance ↓

Bridging Minds,
Shaping Futures

«An elite international Dual Master’s Program — Thessaloniki × New York»

Discover the Program ↓

The program is expected to begin in September 2027, following accreditation by HAHE

What if the arts could ‘heal’ classrooms? What if AI could empower teachers to recognize a child in distress — before it’s too late?

Mental Health, Schooling, and the A(I)rts – Music and Music Education” is a pioneering Dual Master’s Degree Program offered by the University of Macedonia and Teachers College, Columbia University. It brings together mental health, education, participatory arts with an emphasis on music, and artificial intelligence, giving students the opportunity to earn two distinct master’s degrees from two leading institutions.

  • Designed for current and future educators, music teachers, and professionals working with children and adolescents, the program builds the skills to identify, prevent, and address mental health concerns in the classroom through the power of music and the arts. At the same time, it cultivates the critical and ethical use of artificial intelligence as a tool for inclusion, creativity, and the empowerment of the school community.
  • Upon successful completion, graduates can earn one or both of two distinct degrees: a Master of Education (MEd) in Mental Health, Schooling, and the A(I)rts from the University of Macedonia, and a degree in Music and Music Education (MA or EdM) from Teachers College, Columbia University. The program runs for a a minimum of three semesters, with mutual recognition and credit/ECTS transfer between the two tracks helping to streamline the overall duration of study.
  • Taught entirely in English, the program combines in-person instruction in Thessaloniki with synchronous and asynchronous distance learning, offering flexibility for working professionals. Graduates emerge with strong research skills, an international outlook, and the ability to lead in promoting the mental health and wellbeing of children and adolescents through the arts and technology.

The Dual Master’s Program (DMP) Master of Mental health, Schooling, and the A(I)rts  & Master of Music and Music Education is the outcome of the collaboration between the Dept. of Music Science and Art, University of Macedonia, in Thessaloniki, Greece and Teachers College, Columbia University in New York.

The  DMP Master of Mental health, Schooling, and the A(I)rts  & Master of Music and Music Education recognizes the tremendous need for caring for children’s and teenagers’ well-being and mental health, and proposes the creative processes of participatory arts (music, drama, dance, filmmaking, poetry, storytelling and a variety of multimodal expressive processes) and the critical, ethical use of AI as tools for promoting mental health, educational innovation and community building in the school context.

The Dual Master Programs provides a unique opportunity for two discrete master degrees obtained from two unique universities on the interdisciplinary fields of mental health, arts and education, with considerable less coursework and duration of study compared to what would be required for obtaining both degrees out of the context of the Dual Master.

The Dual Master’s Program (DMP) Master of Mental health, Schooling, and the A(I)rts  & Master of Music and Music Education program is designed for individuals who:

  • Are interested in the intersection of education, mental health, and the arts, with an emphasis on music and music education
  • Have a strong motivation to support the wellbeing of children and adolescents
  • Value interdisciplinary and experiential learning
  • Are open to reflective, relational, and creative practices
  • Are interested in the ethical use of AI in educational environments

The Dual Master Program is awaiting accreditation and is expected to start in June 2027.

The program website will be updated with more info on a constant basis.

Two World-Class Degrees. One Unique Journey.

University of Macedonia (UoM) Teachers College, Columbia University (TC)
Master Program MEd in Mental Health, Schooling, and the A(I)rts MA / EdM in Music and Music Education
University Department Dept. of Music Science and Art Department of Arts & Humanities
City Thessaloniki, Greece New York, U.S.A.
ECTS/ Credits 90 ECTS 32 credits (MA)  |  60 credits (EdM)
Duration 3 semesters 4 semester (MA)  |  6 semesters (EdM)
Language of Instruction English English
More info at: www.dualm-mh.com www.tc.columbia.edu/academics

OBTAIN ONE DEGREE  OR BOTH DEGREES BY TRANSFERING CREDITS.

Two degrees. Two world-class cities. One life-changing journey.

Graduate with an MEd from the University of Macedonia and an MA or EdM from Teachers College, Columbia University — with considerably less coursework than pursuing each degree separately.
One can obtain any of the two or both degrees.

  1. Join an elite international program.
  2. Obtain two unique degrees in considerably shorter period and with diminished coursework.
  3. Be an agent of change: Contribute to a unique global initiative that addresses pressing mental health issues in schools through the arts, creating ripples of positive change in communities worldwide.
  4. Enjoy international networking opportunities

Program Structure

The DMP awards two discrete Master degrees;

(a) the MEd in Mental Health, Schooling, and the A(I)rts , awarded by the Department of Music Science and Art, University of Macedonia, Greece.

(b) the MA or EdM in Music and Music Education , awarded by the Department of Arts and Humanities, Teachers College, Columbia University.

🎓 Graduates of the UOM MEd in Mental Health, Schooling, and the A(I)rts may apply and get admitted to the TC EdM in Music and Music Education and transfer up to 30 credits of equivalent courses. Thus, they are able to attend the remaining coursework and graduate much earlier, obtaining the second degree (TC EdM degree).

🎓 Graduates of the TC MA or EdM in Music and Music Education graduates may apply and get admitted to the UOM MEd in Mental Health, Schooling, and the A(I)rts, and transfer up to 34 TC credits (68 ECTS) of equivalent courses. This means that TC EdM graduates will need to take the remaining 22 ECTS (11 credits) at UOM and get the MEd degree, too.

These programs include equivalent courses, the credits of which may be transferred from one degree program to the other, resulting in diminished coursework and duration of study, while service cultural awareness, innovative thinking, internationalization of study, and global networking.

The MEd in Mental Health, Schooling, and the A(I)rts, awarded by the Department of Music Science and Art, University of Macedonia, is a 90-ECTS program of study, with a duration of 1,5 years (3 semesters), addressing the need for theoretical and practical training of current and future teachers and other professionals working with children and teenagers on how, assisted by artificial intelligence and the philosophy and methodology of participatory arts, they can identify and address behavioural and mental health issues, prevent related problems and promote children’s and teenagers’ mental health in school.

The Master in Music and Music Education awarded by the Department of Arts and Humanities at Teachers College, Columbia University, is offered in two options:

(a) “MA in Music and Music Education”, is a 32-credit program of study, with a regular duration of 4 terms/semesters.

(b) “EdM in Music and Music Education” is a 60-credit program of study, with a regular duration of 6 semesters. It is an advanced professional degree for practitioners in music education, designed to prepare graduates for careers in elementary schools, secondary schools, and colleges.

Study Guide

View the full detailed Study Guide

Internal Regulations

View the Internal Regulations

Your Path to a Dual Degree

There are two routes into the Dual Master’s Program, depending on whether you begin your studies, in Thessaloniki or New York. In both cases, recognized credits from your first degree significantly reduce the coursework required for the second.

PATHWAY 1 — From UoM (Thessaloniki) → TC (New York):

For the graduates of UoM MEd in Mental Health, Schooling, and the A(I)rts who want to obtain the TC EdM in Music and Music Education from TC. Transfer up to 30 credits to TC Columbia

PATHWAY 2 — From TC (New York) → UoM (Thessaloniki):

For the graduates of MA or EdM in Music and Music Education from TC who want to obtain the UoM MEd in Mental Health, Schooling, and the A(I)rts. Transfer up to 24 credits/ 68 ECTS

DUAL Pathway 1

From UOM MEd in Mental Health, Schooling, and the A(I)rts  to TC EdM in Music and Music Education

Pathway overview

This pathway is designed for students who have completed or are completing the UOM MEd and wish to pursue the TC EdM. Graduates of the MEd who meet TC’s admissions requirements are eligible to apply to the EdM, with credit transfer provisions as set out in this Section.

Admission requirements

UOM MEd graduates applying to the TC EdM should fulfill the following requirements:

According to the Special Protocol of Cooperation, UOM MEd satisfies TC’s requirement for a master’s degree as a prerequisite for admission to the EdM program.

All application components required by TC must be submitted

The statement of purpose should demonstrate how the dual degree supports the applicant’s career plans.

An official UOM transcript and the MEd diploma (or confirmation of imminent completion) must be included.

Credit transfer

Up to 30 TC credits of equivalent courses from the UOM MEd program may be recognised and count toward the TC EdM coursework.

DUAL Pathway 2

From TC MA or TC EdM in Music and Music Education to UOM MEd in Mental Health, Schooling, and the A(I)rts

Pathway overview

This pathway is designed for students who have completed or are completing the MA or EdM in Music and Music Education at TC and wish to pursue the MEd in Mental Health, Schooling, and the A(I)rts at UOM. Graduates of TC MA or EdM who meet the MEd admission requirements at UOM are eligible to enter the MEd with recognition of prior learning and credit transfer of up to 24 TC credits toward MEd coursework. They will need to attend the remaining coursework to get the MEd in Mental Health, Schooling, and the A(I)rts. For more info, you can check the Regulations of Studies.

Admission requirements 

TC MA graduates applying to UOM MEd must fulfil the following requirements:

Applicants must hold a completed MA in Music and Music Education from TC, or provide evidence that completion is imminent (graduation confirmed in writing by TC).

All standard MEd application documents must be submitted, including an official transcript from TC-CU and confirmation of MA completion or expected completion.

English language proficiency at B2 or higher is not required, given that instruction at TC is in English;

The personal statement of purpose should address the applicant’s specific motivation for pursuing the MEd following the MA, including how the dual-degree trajectory aligns with their professional goals.

Letters of recommendation should, where possible, include at least one from a TC faculty member who can speak to the applicant’s academic and professional readiness for the MEd.

Credit transfer

Upon admission to the MEd, TC MA graduates are eligible for recognition of prior learning and credit transfer, as follows:

Up to 24 TC credits of equivalent courses from the MA program may be recognised and count toward MEd coursework.

Credit transfer is approved through the submission of the applicant’s official TC transcript.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of this program are uniquely equipped to work at the intersection of education, mental health, and the arts — one of the fastest-growing interdisciplinary fields in today’s schools and communities. The need for professionals who combine pedagogical expertise with mental health literacy and artistic practice to promote wellbeing in schools has never been greater.

The Master’s Program “Mental Health, Schooling, and the A(I)rts” fills a significant gap in Higher Education curricula regarding the effective prevention, identification, and management of mental health issues in schools.

The program is designed for the following indicative categories of prospective post graduate students:

-Εducators at all levels of education who wish to expand their pedagogical expertise by integrating the fields of mental health, participatory arts education, and artificial intelligence.

-Psychologists, child psychologists, and professionals in related fields, who work in the areas of health sciences, applied psychology, etc.

-Performing artists (music, theatre, dance) who wish to promote the mental health and well-being of students and young people through the methodologies and collaborative nature of the arts.

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Student Experience

Study and live in two of most amazing cities in the world
Thessaloniki
The Greek Spirit

Be part of the extraordinarily vibrant city and rich culture of Thessaloniki, enjoy the Greek cuisine in charming cafes, tavernas and restaurants, explore ancient ruins and vibrant neighborhoods, and immerse in the experience of living like a Greek.

New York City
A Global Hub

Immerse yourself in the cultural melting pot of the world, with the inspiring art scene, the iconic lifestyle and the endless opportunities for networking and collaboration.

A master’s student at the University of Macedonia in Thessaloniki typically experiences a mix of academic focus, relaxed lifestyle, and a very social urban environment.

In terms of your academic life, your classes will be smaller than undergraduate ones, so you’ll have more interaction with professors. The facilities, such as libraries, labs, study rooms and even the university campus are very well-maintained.

Thessaloniki has a very distinctive rhythm. Students often describe it as “relaxed” or even “chill”. The city hosts around 90,000 students, making it one of the most student-heavy cities in Greece. You will enjoy long coffee sessions with friends in cafés, walks along the waterfront and studying in libraries or cafés rather than at home. The city is compact, so you can walk almost everywhere, campus, cafes, nightlife spots, especially if you live downtown. Thessaloniki is the city where always something is happening, live music, student parties, cultural events. And as far as the food is concerned, cheap street food, like gyros, souvlaki and pastries, is a big part of student survival.

Many students arrive for studies and end up staying longer than planned. That’s a pretty common outcome in Thessaloniki.

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