MSc Occupational Therapy (Pre-Reg) at Anglia Ruskin University

Programme overview

Help people to thrive. Train as an occupational therapist and support people’s quality of life. Occupational therapists assess people’s needs and co-create plans to help them re-engage in everyday life.

Duration: 2 years full-time | Study mode: full-time | Intake: January 2027 | Location: Chelmsford, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Get the knowledge and practical skills you need to work as an occupational therapist. After a detailed introduction to occupational therapy, you’ll start to prepare for your first placement. Year 1: Foundations of Occupational Therapy Practice, Occupational Therapy Theory and Practice I, Occupational Therapy Theory and Practice II. Year 2: Evidenced Based Practice, Preparing for Future Practice, Quality Improvement Project.

Career pathways

Help people to overcome challenges and complete everyday tasks, or 'occupations'. As a graduate, you’ll be eligible to register with the Health and Care Professions Council and work as an occupational therapist in the UK.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A first degree, with honours, at a minimum final classification of Upper Second (2:1). Applicants with a final classification of Lower Second (2:2) or equivalent, relevant work experience and postgraduate study will be considered. If English is not your first language you will be expected to demonstrate a certificated level of proficiency of at least IELTS 7.0 ( Academic level), or equivalent English Language qualification, as recognised by Anglia Ruskin University. To receive an offer of a place on this course you must be successful at interview. An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure will also be required. A satisfactory Occupational Health clearance will also be required.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Tuition fee: UK students starting 2027/28 (full-time, per year) Source

International applicants: GBP 21,975 a year (2027/28). Tuition fee: International students starting 2027/28 (full-time, per year) Source

Intake: January 2027

Duration: 2 years full-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.aru.ac.uk/study/apply-online?course=&route=p1077

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