Glasgow Caledonian University

MSc Occupational Therapy Pre-registration

Glasgow Caledonian University

Course overview

The MSc Occupational Therapy at Glasgow Caledonian University is for students who already have a degree in any subject and want to support people in their daily lives. Occupational therapists help people of all ages take part in everyday activities, especially when they face challenges due to illness, disability, or ageing.

This professionally approved course combines theory with hands-on learning and is accredited by the Royal College of Occupational Therapists, the World Federation of Occupational Therapists, and approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). You’ll learn alongside students from nursing, physiotherapy, dietetics and social work, reflecting the real teamwork involved in healthcare.

When you study MSc Occupational Therapy at Glasgow Caledonian University, you will learn important knowledge and skills to help people in their daily lives. You will study both theories in the classroom and gain real experience during work placements with trained professionals.

After you finish the course, you can apply to join the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). This will allow you to work as an occupational therapist in hospitals, community centres, charities, or private clinics in the UK or other countries.

Entry requirements

  • Applicants with a degree in any discipline can apply for this course. 
  • Applicants are required to submit a personal statement detailing their reasons for applying, personal attributes, and experience in working with people relevant to the nature of occupational therapy. 
  • They will also be required to submit one reference, preferably an academic reference.

Grade Requirements:

  • Prospective applicants should normally possess an honours degree at second class lower (2:2) or above, completed within 10 years of entry to the programme.

English Proficiency:

  • International students whose first language is not English should have an IELTS score of 7.0 (or equivalent) with no component below 6.5.

Scholarships

  • Chancellor Yunus Scholarship

    GCU will cover £7,000 towards your tuition fee for the full-time MSc Social Innovation master's course commencing September 2025.

    Up to £7,000

  • GCU Postgraduate Ambassador Scholarship

  • New to GCU Regional Scholarship

    £3,500 scholarship in the form of a tuition fee discount.

    Up to £3,500

Career opportunities

Graduates of an MSc in Occupational Therapy (Pre-registration) from Glasgow Caledonian University are eligible for employment in roles such as the following:

  • Occupational Therapist 
  • Community Health Worker
  • Pharmacy Assistant 
  • Personal Trainer 
  • Rehab Specialist 
  • Technical Writer 

Cost of study

The tuition fee for the 2025/26 academic session to study the MSc Occupational Therapy (Pre-registration) at Glasgow Caledonian University is £19,300. Please note that fees are subject to change.

Admission

You can apply for this course through the online application platform provided by the university. If you have any questions about this process, you can reach out to our counsellors at AHZ for assistance.

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