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Health and Rehabilitation Sciences Area of Concentration in Occupational Therapy

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Tuition USD 35,904 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 21,748 (Tuition (Year)) — In-State students
Degree MSc
Duration 24 months
Delivery On-campus
Location Pittsburgh, United States
Language English

Program Overview

The Health and Rehabilitation Sciences Area of Concentration in Occupational Therapy at University of Pittsburgh is a MSc programme in Medicine & Health Sciences over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.

Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of medicine & health sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.

Graduates of the Health and Rehabilitation Sciences Area of Concentration in Occupational Therapy programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 24 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  5. Tuition: USD 35,904 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 21,748 (Tuition (Year)) — In-State students
  6. Location: Pittsburgh, United States, United States

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Health and Rehabilitation Sciences Area of Concentration in Occupational Therapy programme are prepared for diverse careers in medicine & health sciences:

  1. Healthcare Professional
  2. Clinical Researcher
  3. Health Policy Analyst
  4. Public Health Specialist
  5. Medical Writer
  6. Healthcare Manager

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. HRS 2501 Functional Assessment, 3 credits
  2. HRS 2502 Human Performance Analysis, 4 credits
  3. HRS 2503 Human Performance Adaptation, 3 credits
  4. HRS 2504 Directed Readings, 3 credits
  5. HRS 2501 Functional Assessment, 3 credits
  6. HRS 2504 Directed Readings, 3 credits
  7. HRS 2514 Human Performance: Compensation, 3 credits
  8. HRS 2592 Specialized Preceptorship: Management, 3 credits
  9. HRS 2590 Specialized Preceptorship: Clinical, 3 credits
  10. HRS 2502 Human Performance: Analysis, 4 credits
  11. HRS 2503 Human Performance: Adaptation, 3 credits
  12. HRS 2525 Special Topics Seminar, 3 credits
  13. HRS 2579 Occupational Therapy and Health Policy, 2 credits
  14. HRS 2590 Specialized Preceptorship: Clinical, 3 credits

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

You need the following GPA score:

Required score: 3

Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).

Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).

  • Baccalaureate degree (or equivalent) from a school/university approved by the World Federation of Occupational Therapists (WFOT) in the year that the applicant graduated and/or national governmental institutions that approve/accredit occupational therapy programs to grant a degree in occupational therapy (e.g. Ministry of Health);
  • Required GPA: 3.00 (based on a 4.00 scale);
  • A brief statement discussing your\xc2\xa0interest in the field of study,\xc2\xa0reasons for applying to the University of Pittsburgh\xc2\xa0and\xc2\xa0academic, professional, and research goals;
  • Demonstrated knowledge of rehabilitation through previous work experiences, internships or field experiences, or volunteer experiences;

English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

USD 35,904 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 21,748 (Tuition (Year)) — In-State students

Tuition fees: USD 35,904 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 21,748 (Tuition (Year)) — In-State students

IELTS requirement: 6.5

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact University of Pittsburgh directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.

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  • Start Date 2018-01-01
  • Language English
  • Duration 24 months
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