The course focuses on the interface between art, health and the social concept of well-being; it reflects theory, current policy and practice in relation to artists and creative people who wish to develop a professional practice in facilitating participatory arts in health and well-being contexts; the course has a particular focus on good practice in relation to ethical issues, the rights of people involved in participatory practices and the evaluation of art-based projects; it equips students with the knowledge of 2 main approaches to participatory art practice (art as therapy and the social aspects of art practice) enabling students to understand where, and how, these apply to health and well-being agendas.