Occupational Therapy (Pre-Registration) MSc
University of Central Lancashire
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Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews for 25 graduates of Occupational Therapy (Pre-Registration) MSc at University of Central Lancashire for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Architecture.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in Architecture, Building and Planning
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Architecture at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £23000 | £23000 | £27500 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £19000 - £28000 | £18000 - £30000 | £22500 - £37500 |
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Salary of all UK Graduates of Architecture, Building and Planning
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £23131 | £25010 | £28792 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £20700 - £25694 | £19794 - £30100 | £23742 - £35267 |
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Course Description
Do you want to become an occupational therapist? Do you have study skills from completion of an undergraduate degree? If so, our pre-registration MSc offers a superb opportunity to undertake a Masters course in two years. Successful completion of this course entitles you to apply for registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and, with this registration, take up employment as an Occupational Therapist.
- This course combines academic and practical learning in University-based teaching, interspersed with practice placements to ensure you gain the knowledge, skills and attributes required to be an effective, reflective and successful occupational therapist.
- You’ll benefit from the opportunity to engage in a wide variety of practice placement opportunities alongside being taught by occupational therapists with a wide range of experience in clinical practice and research. Enabling you to gain confidence and proficiency in applying occupational therapy core skills whilst also discovering the breadth of the profession.
- This intense course suits those who are self-directed in their learning and are motivated to achieve their goals.
Why study with us
- The course is accredited by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), the Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT) and the World Federation of Occupational Therapists (WFOT).
- You’ll be taught in a small cohort with excellent tutor support. The course is timetabled to three days per week, giving you flexibility around your studies.
- You’ll be taught by expert staff who are passionate about occupational therapy and are actively involved with the Royal College of Occupational Therapists, research and the development of the profession.
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Occupational Therapy (Pre-Registration) MSc at University of Central Lancashire
| 35% | Elementary occupations |
| 15% | Skilled trades occupations |
| 10% | Business and public service associate professionals |
| 10% | Administrative occupations |
| 10% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
| 10% | Sales occupations |
| 10% | Teaching Professionals |
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Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
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Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 6.0
- Foundation / Pathway Courses
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- 2.5
- Others - Further English courses
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- 6.5
- Graduate Degrees
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- 5.5
- Graduate Degrees Engineering, some science
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- 7.0
- Graduate Degrees Journalism, Nursing
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- 6.0
- Undergraduate Degrees
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- 5.5
- Undergraduate Degrees Engineering, some science
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- 7.0
- Undergraduate Degrees Journalism, Nursing
Applicants should hold a 2:2 degree in any discipline or equivalent professional experience in a related field.
Non-standard applications will be considered on their merits in the light of the nature and scope of the programme.
A detailed admissions procedure will be forwarded on application which will explain the need for Satisfactory values-based interview. DBS clearance and medical screening required.
Applicants will be assessed through interview
**IELTS: Score of 7 with no component lower than 6**5.
All applicants must hold GCSE or O Level Mathematics and English Language at grade C or above.
Application to the programme will be via a completed application form including personal statement and two supporting references
In the personal statement applicants should demonstrate: How they meet the academic entry requirements, A knowledge of occupational therapy and a motivation to join the occupational therapy profession.
Where applicants have relevant experience, they should include a description of this and how this experience will support their goal of becoming an occupational therapist.
**GCSEs: Maths and English Language at Grade C/4**
A satisfactory Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland) and Occupational Health clearance are required for this course.
Costs
Average student cost of living in the UK
| Rent | £518 |
| Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
| Supermarket shopping | £81 |
| Clothing | £35 |
| Eating out | £33 |
| Alcohol | £27 |
| Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
| Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
| Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
| Transport within city | £17 |
| Self-care / sports | £20 |
| Stationary / books | £13 |
| Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
| Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
| Insurance | £51 |
| Other | £95 |
| Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
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About University of Central Lancashire
The University of Central Lancashire (UCLAN) is a government funded university located in the proud city of Preston, in Lancashire, England. The university’s main campus can be found right in the heart of the city, only a few minutes away from an assortment of shopping centres, entertainments and nightlife for those interested.
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Student composition of University of Central Lancashire
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Total number of students enrolled at University of Central Lancashire by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 16990
- postgraduates:
- 4915
- Total:
- 21905
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Number of students enrolled in courses of subject “Occupational Therapy”: Academic year - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
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