MSc Occupational Therapy (Pre-registration)

The Occupational Therapy Pre-Registration MSc at the University of Derby is a two-year full-time course that offers individuals who already possess a degree the opportunity to pursue a career in occupational therapy. This is an intensive course that explores the role of occupation in human life and how difficulties with occupational performance can affect an individual's wellbeing.Course Content: This Masters degree combines academic rigour with a practical emphasis on learning through practice-based experiences. The course aims to develop a scientist practitioner who will be able to implement evidence-based practice and contribute to service development through effective leadership. It draws on various disciplines such as biology, psychology, and sociology, and is grounded in the core philosophy of occupational therapy.Key Modules: The core modules of the course feature Human Occupation, Research Methodologies, Advancing Practice, and the Development and Consolidation for Practice Placement modules.Accreditations: This course is accredited by the Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT) and approved by the World Federation of Occupational Therapists (WFOT) and the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).Future Careers: This course prepares students for a variety of roles in areas such as the NHS, social services, schools, charities, and private practice. The university boasts excellent employability rates, with 100% of their graduates finding work or pursuing further study within six months of completing the course.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.