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Occupational Therapy (Pre-registration) MSc (PGDip)
University of Brighton

Occupational Therapy (Pre-registration) MSc (PGDip)

UNIVERSITY OF BRIGHTON

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Study mode

Full time

Duration

2 years

Start date

SEP-26

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Qualification type

MSc - Master of Science

Subject areas

Occupational Therapy

Course Summary

This degree gives you licence to register and practice as an occupational therapist with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and is also approved by the Royal College of Occupational Therapists and the World Federation of Occupational Therapists.It is ideal for graduates of any subject who wish to gain both a professional and academic qualification and start a career in this challenging and highly rewarding field.You will explore occupational therapy through our innovative problem-based learning approach, with an emphasis on practical application of skills and knowledge. Through this balance of theory and practice experience you will graduate a capable and confident occupational therapist.Our high-quality teaching and research are renowned and have an applied focus. We have established strong links with specialist practice educators to ensure the provision of support and guidance both within the university and in practice.Successful completion of the professional elements of the degree leads to the award of a postgraduate diploma (PGDip) in Occupational Therapy. To achieve the MSc in Occupational Therapy you must also successfully complete a research project.

Modules

Assessing Occupational Capacities
Evaluating Occupational Therapy
Intermediate Practice (placement)
Introduction to Human Occupation and Beginning Practice
Maximising Occupational Capacities
Novice Practice (placement)
Achieving Best Practice
Competent Practice (placement)
Diverse Practice (placement)
Occupational Therapy: Diverse Settings
Occupational Therapy: Teams
Research Project

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£10,008

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£19,854

Entry requirements

An honours degree, 2:1 or above in any subject area, normally completed in the last ten years, but evidence of recent study such as continuing professional development or other studies, normally at level 6, could be considered.

Work experience in health or social care preferred but not essential.

University information

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