MSc Occupational Therapy (Pre-registration) at Edinburgh Napier University

Programme overview

This innovative programme is designed for graduates who wish to qualify as an Occupational Therapist, with eligibility for registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) . It offers an accelerated two-year route of study. This unique MSc (pre-registration) Occupational Therapy degree programme best prepares you as a future occupational therapist to work effectively within the complex and rapidly evolving environment of health and social care.

Duration: 2 years Placement: Yes | Study mode: full-time | Location: Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

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Application information

Entry requirements

A Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) with honours at a minimum of 2.1 or above in a relevant subject area e.g. Health, Biological Sciences, Physical Sciences, Social Sciences, Education or Humanities. Evidenced study in the area of human anatomy and physiology is desirable. Applicants applying with a 2.2 with relevant recent experience may also be considered. Applicants with a distinction award in a Bachelor’s degree where honours study was not an option in a relevant health and social care professional will be considered for selection where they can evidence experience of engagement with research evidence.

Domestic applicants: GBP 12,000 a year (2026/27). Scotland, England, Wales, Northern Ireland and Republic of Ireland fee Source

International applicants: GBP 22,270 a year (2026/27). Overseas and EU fee Source

Duration: 2 years Placement: Yes

Apply through the official page: https://www.napier.ac.uk/study-with-us/postgraduate/how-to-apply/useful-application-information

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