MSc Occupational Therapy (Pre-registration) at Glasgow Caledonian University

Programme overview

An accelerated, hands-on MSc for graduates from any discipline, offered as an alternative to the traditional four-year undergraduate degree in occupational therapy. It combines theory, practical learning and four supported work experience placements across hospitals, schools, rehabilitation centres, private practice and community settings. The course is approved by the Health and Care Professions Council and accredited by the Royal College of Occupational Therapists and the World Federation of Occupational Therapists.

Duration: 24 months full time | Intake: January 2028 (applications for January 2027 closed) | Study mode: full-time | Location: Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules include Occupational Therapy 1A: Exploring Occupation, 1B: Skills and Process and 1C: Occupational Performance, Occupational Therapy 2: Evidence Based Interventions, Occupational Therapy 3: Complex Reasoning and Occupational Therapy 4: Contemporary Practice, Interprofessional Collaborative Practice within Health and Social Care, four Practice Based Learning placements (Beginner, Intermediate, Project Focused and Competent) and a Masters Dissertation.

Career pathways

Graduates are eligible to register with the Health and Care Professions Council as Occupational Therapists and work with people of all ages in hospitals, schools, rehabilitation units, charities and voluntary organisations. Graduates now work for employers including Glasgow City Council, NHS Lothian and PAMIS.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Degree in any discipline. Applicants should normally hold an honours degree at 2:2 or above (or equivalent) completed within 10 years of anticipated entry. A personal statement is required covering reasons for applying with clear understanding of the occupational therapy role, relevant knowledge or experience of working with individuals, groups or communities (personal, work or voluntary), and relevant personal attributes and skills. Applicants must demonstrate knowledge of the research process and methods and submit one satisfactory reference, preferably academic. Applicants with a degree older than 10 years or a lower classification may be considered if they meet all other criteria, normally with evidence of SCQF level 10 study (or equivalent) within the last five years. English language: IELTS 7.0 (or equivalent) with no element below 6.5.

Intake: January 2027

Duration: 24 months full time

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