Master of/BSc (Hons) Occupational Therapy at Queen Margaret University

Programme overview

A four-year integrated undergraduate Master of Occupational Therapy, approved by the HCPC and the Royal College of Occupational Therapists and recognised by the World Federation of Occupational Therapists. Students enrol on the master's route and can switch to the BSc (Hons) Occupational Therapy. Practice placements in diverse settings across Scotland and master's-level modules prepare graduates for HCPC registration and diverse career roles.

Faculty: School of Health Sciences | Duration: 4 years full time | Intake: September 2027 | Study mode: full-time (integrated masters) | Location: Musselburgh (Edinburgh), Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules include OT Assessment 1 to 3, OT Intervention modules covering compensation and modification, restoration and maintenance, and prevention and health promotion, and an Advancing OT module at master's level, with practice-based learning each year and shared learning with physiotherapy, speech and language therapy and podiatry students.

Career pathways

Graduates work in NHS trusts, local authority social care departments, voluntary organisations, private practice and industry, with many in community and primary care settings.

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Entry requirements

Scottish Highers: standard BBBB, minimum BBCC. A-level: BCC. Irish Leaving Certificate: H2 H2 H3 H3. International Baccalaureate: 28 points. A wide range of subjects accepted; English preferred, with Biology or Psychology as preferred sciences and a discursive subject such as History, Politics or Sociology. English and Maths at National 5/GCSE grade C/4 or above (National 5 Application of Maths accepted). Minimum criteria apply to applicants with a contextual widening-access factor. Mature applicants with relevant qualifications and experience welcome; Access course or HNC may be considered for Year One. Direct entry to Year Two from the HNC Occupational Therapy Support (BSc (Hons) route only), subject to space. PVG check, occupational health check and personal indemnity insurance required; experience with different groups of people is advantageous. English language (international): IELTS 7.0 with no element below 6.5, in line with HCPC requirements.

Domestic applicants: GBP 1,820 a year (2027/28). Scottish-domiciled students (tuition fee normally paid by SAAS). Full-time tuition per year Source

International applicants: GBP 17,325 a year (2027/28). Full-time tuition per year Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 4 years full time

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