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    KEY FACTS

    • Title
      MSc Advanced Occupational Therapy
    • Award
      Master of Science - MSc
    • Study mode
      Part-time
    • Duration
      3 years
    • Start date
       September 2013
    • Fees
       See fees information above

​General programme structure

Students who complete the programme gain a wider perspective on effective and efficient service provision. As a student you will reflect on and analyse contemporary issues in health and social care to enable you to contribute to the development, provision and promotion of evidence-based clinical practice. The programme prepares you to conduct research and evaluation at the cutting edge of occupational therapy.
 
This programme aims to link contemporary literature, theory and research with your current knowledge and expertise. You will be encouraged to reflect on and challenge current practice, applying your learning to your specific clinical field.
  • This is an innovative, tried and tested distance OT Conferenceprogramme, delivered and supported by a range of up-to-date information and communication technologies
  • Recent evaluation of the programme shows that graduates report increased effectiveness and efficiency and an improved ability to meet their clients' needs. Furthermore, they are confident in their ability to be evidence-based practitioners
  • Exciting new module focussing on up-to-date and cutting-edge research and literature in occupational science, emphasising an occupation focus in practice

​Detailed programme structure

PG Certificate

60 credits, essential modules are (20 credits):
PG Diploma

60 credits (total 120 credits), essential modules are:
A Further optional module is available from the postgraduate portfolio.
 
Postgraduate Certificate

In order to achieve a PG certificate, 60 credits are required
 
The following Core Modules are required:
 
Applying evidence to practice in the workplace
20 credits
Assessment and intervention in occupational therapy
20 credits
Occupation as the focus of contemporary practice
20 credits
 
Postgraduate Diploma

In order to achieve a PG Diploma, an additional 60 credits are required (total 120 credits)
 
The following Core Modules are required:
 
Research methods
20 credits
Research and project design
10 credits
Principles and practice of data analysis
10 credits
 
One further Optional module can be taken from the Inter-professional Masters Scheme.
 
Masters

In order to achieve the full masters degree, you will need to complete a 60 credit research project in a related area of study (total 180 credits).

​Learning and assessment

Learning Outcomes
 
After successful completion of the programme, you will be able to:
  • Deliver a modernised expert clinical service
  • Demonstrate strategic and professional leadership in providing a quality service
  • Demonstrate advanced research skills
  • Develop service delivery in order to support client-centred, occupation focussed, evidence-based practice

When you select the name of a module below, a new window containing a short description will appear. You will need to close the new window to continue. The modules shown in this list are those being studied by the current students on this programme. Modules are subject to change depending on year of entry.

Stage 1

Optional

IMS504 Research Project