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Masters in Occupational Therapy - MOccTh
Queen Margaret University
Full Time
SEP-25
4 Years
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Masters in Occupational Therapy - MOccTh
Queen Margaret University
Full Time
SEP-25
4 Years
Select a an exam type
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 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 willExam type
A levelA 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.
Students living in
England
£9,250 per year
Students from England
This is the fee you pay if you live within England. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
£1,820 per year
Students from Scotland
This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
£9,250 per year
Students from Wales
This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
£9,250 per year
Students from Northern Ireland
This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
£9,250 per year
Students from Channel Islands
This is the fee you pay if you live within Channel Islands. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
£17,325 per year
Students from International
£17325 Per year
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