PgDip-MSc Occupational Therapy

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University of Teesside, School of Health & Social Care

Comments about PgDip-MSc Occupational Therapy - At the institution - Middlesbrough - North Yorkshire

• Objectives
  You'll experience a range of opportunities, both academic and clinical, which will enable you to develop the professional expertise required to register as an occupational therapist.
• Entry requirements
  Applicants should normally have an honours degree (at least 2.2) in an appropriate related discipline.
  
  Applicants must also be eligible for a Department of Health bursary.
• Academic title
  PgDip/MSc Occupational Therapy
• Course description
  PgDip/MSc Occupational Therapy
  
  This progressive and integrated course incorporates biological and social sciences, clinical sciences, health policy and research methods. We take a problem-based approach to learning, which includes opportunities to share learning with students from other allied health professions. We promote teamwork and an appreciation of how other disciplines contribute to health care.
  
  Course structure
  University-based modules of study precede practice placements, which occur during the summer period. Modules focus on occupational performance, complex interventions, professional development for practice, designing research projects and a major project.
  
  Careers
  There is a diverse range of employment opportunities available for graduate occupational therapists. They work in all areas of health and social care, in schools and for voluntary agencies. They also work closely with other professionals such as doctors, nurses, physiotherapists, speech and language therapists, psychologists and social workers.

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