Occupational Therapy (pre-registration) MSc

Help people live meaningful, fulfilling lives, supporting them to participate in the everyday things that matter to them.  

This two-year course adheres to the professional standards of practice, values, and behaviours set out by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT) which, upon successful completion, can allow you to be eligible to apply for professional registration. 

At Northumbria we know the value of real-world practice which is why each student is required to successfully undertake a minimum of 1000 practice-based learning hours.

Throughout the course, you can develop your skills in therapeutic communication, activity analysis, risk assessment and occupation-focused intervention whilst building your confidence and professional identity. You’ll also complete an independent research project on a topic that you choose allowing you to explore what inspires you.  

This Occupational Therapy course is accredited by the Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT), reflecting its academic quality and relevance to the discipline.