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Occupational Therapy

University of Derby
Information last verified July 2026
Degree MSc
Duration 24 months
Delivery On-campus
Location Derby, United Kingdom
Language English

Program Overview

The Occupational Therapy at University of Derby is a MSc programme in Humanities 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 humanities. 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 Occupational Therapy programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom 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 7
  5. Location: Buxton, United Kingdom

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Occupational Therapy programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:

  1. Researcher / Academic
  2. Cultural Programme Manager
  3. Editor / Writer
  4. Translator / Interpreter
  5. Museum Curator
  6. Communications Specialist

Program Curriculum

Detailed curriculum information is not available. Please check the university website or contact them directly for the most up-to-date course information.

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Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

Our entry requirements are currently under review, but are likely to be an honors degree at 2.1 or above

As well as the academic entry requirements we require:

  • A range of skills and experience that demonstrates commitment, enthusiasm and suitability to become an Occupational Therapist
  • Where possible you should be familiar with / have observed at least two areas of occupational therapy practice in a mental health, physical or community setting. You should also demonstrate what you have learnt from this
  • You\'ll need to be fluent in English and for overseas students the IELTS at level 7 or equivalent is also required
  • A minimum of one satisfactory reference from a previous employer, education establishment or person of standing that should demonstrate ability to manage the academic demands of the programme, as well as personal suitability

English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.

Application Deadline

Please contact the university for application deadline information.

About University of Derby

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University of Derby

Derby, United Kingdom

TheUniversity of Derby, formerly known asDerby College, is apublic universityin the city ofDerby, England.It traces its history back to the establishment of the Derby Diocesan Institution for the...

University Profile
  • Language English
  • Duration 24 months