MSc Occupational Therapy (Pre-Registration) at Queen Margaret University

Programme overview

An accelerated two-year MSc for graduates who want to become occupational therapists. It combines classroom learning, practice-based learning and a master's dissertation, and graduates are eligible to apply for HCPC registration. The full MSc is 310 credits, 120 of which are practice-based.

What you will study

Year One builds foundations of occupational therapy practice, including Theoretical Foundations of Occupational Therapy Practice, Foundations for Evidence-informed Occupational Therapy, Assessment and Analysis in Occupational Therapy and Interventions modules, with practice-based learning placements. The final stage includes the 60-credit Master's Dissertation, Advancing OT: Skills for Practice in Unpredictable Contexts and a final practice-based learning module.

Career pathways

Graduates work in NHS and public health services, education and employment support, local authorities and social care, and prisons and justice services.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Minimum 2:1 honours degree in a subject relevant to occupational therapy; applicants with relevant field experience and a 2:2 are assessed individually, and those who graduated more than 10 years ago are considered individually. Evidence of significant independent study (e.g. dissertation or research project) and meaningful experience working with people from varied backgrounds, particularly those marginalised or living with disabilities. Two satisfactory references (one academic, one professional). Values-based group interview or meeting with an admissions tutor (online). PVG Scheme check, occupational health check and personal indemnity insurance required. If English is not your first language: IELTS 7.0 with no component below 6.5. The course stays open until capacity is reached and normally closes in March.

Domestic applicants: GBP 11,710 a year (2027/28). Scotland/RUK/ROI. Full-time; year 1 fee shown. Year 2: £11,710. Fixed for the duration of the course. Source

International applicants: GBP 22,970 a year (2027/28). Full-time; year 1 fee shown. Year 2: £22,970. Fixed for the duration of the course. Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 2 years full-time (90 weeks)

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