Occupational Therapy
Queen Margaret University Edinburgh
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Masters in Occupational Therapy - MOccTh

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Masters in Occupational Therapy - MOccTh

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This four-year integrated undergraduate master’s course will give you the expertise, people skills and conceptual understanding that you will need to work as an occupational therapist. This course is responsive to the demands of the health and social care sector and there are practice-based learning opportunities across the course to integrate theory, knowledge and practice.**Why QMU?**- **Develop key skills that will help you work effectively with others**: Studying on this course will give ...Read more

This four-year integrated undergraduate master’s course will give you the expertise, people skills and conceptual understanding that you will need to work as an occupational therapist. This course is responsive to the demands of the health and social care sector and there are practice-based learning opportunities across the course to integrate theory, knowledge and practice.


Why QMU?

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Develop key skills that will help you work effectively with others

: Studying on this course will give you the expertise, people skills and conceptual understanding that you will need to work as an occupational therapist.-


Responsive and relevant

: This course is responsive to the demands of the health and social care sector and there are practice-based learning opportunities across the course to integrate theory, knowledge and practice.-


Professional recognition and registration

: This course is approved by the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC) and the Royal College of Occupational Therapists. It is recognised by the World Federation of Occupational Therapists (WFOT). Graduates are eligible to apply for registration with the HCPC.-


Complete University Guide ranking

: We are in the top 5 of UK universities for Counselling, Psychotherapy and Occupational Therapy (Complete University Guide 2024).-


National Student Survey ranking

: We are in top 2 Scottish higher education institutes for overall satisfaction in courses in Counselling, Psychotherapy and Occupational Therapy. (National Student Survey 2023)-


You will be taught by highly experienced lecturers who are well respected in their fields

: They engage in innovative research, contribute to knowledge development and translation and have strong personal links with practice settings. We have small class sizes, therefore our staff will really get to know you. We genuinely care about your journey and will recognise your strengths and where you most need support.


The course in brief

:Living, not existing, that is a primary objective for the profession. As an occupational therapist, you will work with individuals, groups and communities to foster participation in the aspects of life that people need, want and have to do. This course is your first step towards a rewarding and diverse healthcare career with excellent employment prospects.


On this course you will

Key stats

WUSCA ranking:
WUSCA student ranking
These are the 2024 rankings, based on ratings given by past and current students.
94/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
6th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
97th
Counselling, Psychotherapy and Occupational Therapy
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 95 = 5% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
5%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
90%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Counselling, Psychotherapy and Occupational Therapy graduate salary at this uni
£22,000
UK Counselling graduate salary
£22,000
What students say
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Entry requirements

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A level

A level:

BCC Grades / Points required

Scottish Higher:

BBBB Grades / Points required

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

28 Grades / Points required

Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017):

H2,H2,H3,H3 Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

DDM Grades / Points required

Scottish HNC:

Pass Grades / Points required

Scottish HND:

Pass Grades / Points required

English or a discursive subject such as History or Sociology at A Level or equivalent. English and Maths at GCSE level grade C.

English or a discursive subject such as History or Sociology at Higher or equivalent. English and Maths required at National 5 level grade C.

Preferably to include a discursive subject. History, Literature, Modern Studies or similar.

These grades should include English or a discursive subject such as History or Sociology at Higher Level or equivalent. English and Maths are required minimum O4/H5

Health and Social Care

In Health and Social Care subjects to include a pass in the graded unit at grade B.

In Health and Social Care subjects to include a pass in the graded units at grade CB.

Tuition fees

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England

£9,250 per year

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Students from England

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This is the fee you pay if you live within England. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£1,820 per year

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Students from Scotland

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£9,250 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Wales

This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£9,250 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Northern Ireland

This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£9,250 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Channel Islands

This is the fee you pay if you live within Channel Islands. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Channel Islands. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£17,325 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from International

This is the fee you pay if you are an International student. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£17325 Per year

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