Occupational Therapy (Pre-registration), MSc at University of Lancashire

Programme overview

The pre-registration MSc Occupational Therapy is a two-year full-time in-person course at the Preston Campus for graduates who want to qualify as occupational therapists, entitling graduates to apply for HCPC registration. It combines university teaching with practice placements.

Faculty: School of Health, Social Work and Sport | Duration: 2 years | Intake: August 2027 | Location: Preston, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules include Applied Research Skills in Occupational Therapy, Foundational Sciences in Occupational Therapy, Foundations of Theory and Practice, Occupational Barriers and Enablers to Health and Wellbeing, Intermediate and Advancing Theory and Practice, Enhancing Occupational Therapy Practice and an Occupational Therapy Research Project.

Career pathways

Initial registration as an Occupational Therapist with the HCPC and membership of the British Association of Occupational Therapists and World Federation of Occupational Therapists; strong demand in the North West for master-level OTs.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A first degree at lower second class or above; GCSE or O Level Maths and English Language at C/4 or above; interview; application form with personal statement and two references. Personal statement should show how academic requirements are met, knowledge of and motivation for occupational therapy, and relevant experience. English language: IELTS 7 with no component below 6.5. Satisfactory criminal records declaration and Occupational Health clearance required. Application deadline for August 2027 entry is 31 January 2027.

Domestic applicants: GBP 11,500 a year (2027/28). Full-time Source

International applicants: GBP 19,250 a year (2027/28). Full-time Source

Intake: August 2027

Duration: 2 years

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