Why QMU ?
The course is well grounded in practice by integrating and applying practical examples throughout the course , for example , case scenarios linked to assignments , vivas and problem-based learning tasks and visiting lecturers . This integrates placement and coursework and therefore makes learning relevant to practice .
Critical thinking is encouraged throughout the course , helping learners to develop professional reasoning skills . Learners are facilitated to explore and justify their thinking and decision-making , as well as considering the bigger picture .
Careers
Occupational therapists are employed in a diverse range of settings including the NHS , public health , education , employment services , local authorities , prison service , third sector organisations and private practice . Outside the UK , graduates of this course have gone on to work in Hong Kong , Australia , Europe , Canada , USA and New Zealand .
Entry requirements
• Evidence of a first degree at honours level 2:2 or above in an appropriate area including : health , biological sciences , physical sciences , social sciences , education or humanities .
• You will be required to provide evidence of English language competence at no less than IELTS 6.5 with no individual component score less than 6.0 . You need to be aware that in order to be eligible to register with the Health and Care Professions Council ( HCPC ), you are required to be able to communicate in English to an IELTS standard equivalent to 7 with no element below 6.5 .
• Evidence of knowledge and commitment to occupational therapy as a positive career choice .
• Evidence of a written research project , a research module or research experience .
• Demonstrate substantial involvement and responsibility with diverse groups of people ( inclusive of marginalised people or those with impairments ) in a personal , employment or voluntary capacity , in the health , social care , education or third sector context . Substantial involvement might be indicated by a time period of at least six months or equivalent .
• Mature applicants who graduated more than 10 years ago will be considered if they have experience and evidence of equivalent CPD .
• Mature applicants who graduated more than 10 years ago will be considered with the condition that they engage in a module at master ’ s level study ( SCQF Level 11 ) if they do not have equivalent CPD .
• Two satisfactory references , one should be academic , the other , professional .
All successful applicants will participate in a values-based group interview .
Other information
Exit awards : MSc ( 220 credits )/ PgDip ( 120 credits )/ PgCert ( 60 credits )
Delivery : At QMU with additional online learning
Duration : 2 years full-time Start date : September 2022
Application deadline : See website for details . This course is competitive with limited places , apply early to be considered . See pages 171-172 for more information on application .
Class sizes : Normally , we have up to 30 pre-registration MSc students in any given cohort . Some of the classes will be integrated with our other preregistration occupational therapy students undertaking the 4 year route ( MOccTher ), please contact the team for more information about class sizes .
Fees : See pages 178-183
More information : Please contact the joint admissions team via MOccTher @ qmu . ac . uk or Admissions ( admissions @ qmu . ac . uk ).
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