MSc Occupational Therapy at Canterbury Christ Church University

Build a rewarding career that empowers people to live meaningful lives with the MSc Occupational Therapy at Canterbury Christ Church University. Designed for graduates from any discipline, this pre-registration Master’s offers an accelerated route into a dynamic and people-centred healthcare profession. Over two years, you’ll combine academic study and hands-on practice placements to develop the knowledge, confidence, and professional skills required to become a compassionate, competent, and autonomous occupational therapist.

Faculty: School of Nursing, Midwifery, Allied and Public Health  |  Department: Healthcare, Public Health and Social Care  |  Duration: 2 years (Full-time)  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Canterbury, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Gain advanced understanding of occupational theory and its application to real-world practice. Apply evidence-based approaches to design, deliver, and evaluate occupation-focused interventions. Core modules include Year 1: Academic and Professional Orientation, Foundations of Occupational Therapy, Evidence Based and Sustainable Practice, Assessment of Occupation, Assessment of Occupation: Interpretation; Year 2: Quality Improvement, Innovation and Leadership, Occupational Therapy and Community Development, Future Focus, Interventions and Complex Practice.

Career pathways

After successfully completing the course, you are eligible to apply for registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) in order to practice as an occupational therapist in the UK. You will be able to apply for roles worldwide due to the affiliation and recognition from the World Federation of Occupational Therapists (WFOT).

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