
Course Overview
Pursue your ambitions in health sciences with the MSc Occupational Therapy (Pre-registration) at University of Cumbria. Based in Carlisle, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 2-year full-time structure. Are you wondering how to become an occupational therapist? Do you want to help others achieve their goals and help improve people's lives? Become a champion for the rights and beliefs of people to take part in the occupations that they need and value. A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 89% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £26,500 within three years, and a 81% continuation rate.
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Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| Postgraduate Requirement | Minimum entry requirements 1st or 2nd class honours degree in a science or healthcare subject. UK Tuition fees £13,500Per ProgrammeFees are for 2025/6 Tuition Fees Policy |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 62 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
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Minimum entry requirements 1st or 2nd class honours degree in a science or healthcare subject. UK Tuition fees £13,500Per ProgrammeFees are for 2025/6 Tuition Fees Policy Fees & Funding Tuition Fees UK Tuition fees £13,500Per Programme International Tuition fees The figures above don't include accommodation and living costs. Tuition fees are set annually and are subject to review each year. The University may therefore raise tuition fees in the second or subsequent years of a course, in line wit
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Cumbria
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £27,000 | £32,000 | £36,000 |
| 3 years | £31,000 | £38,000 | £44,000 |
| 5 years | £33,000 | £41,500 | £48,000 |
Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH02-06). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
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About University of Cumbria
University of Cumbria offers Occupational Therapy (Pre-registration) as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.
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