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Email:admissions@rgu.ac.uk
Phone:01224 262728
Robert Gordon University
Garthdee House
Garthdee Road
Aberdeen
AB10 7QB
Occupational Therapy
- Masters in Occupational Therapy
- 4 Years
- Full-Time
- 7 September 2027
- Undergraduate
- Main Site - Aberdeen
- Awarded by:
- Robert Gordon University, Aberdeen
Course summary
Studying Occupational Therapy at RGU will provide you with the skills to make a difference, working with people to overcome challenges in their lives. Working in a range of ways with individuals, groups and communities, you will use your specialist Occupational Therapy Skills to enable people to overcome challenges to participate more fully in life.
This is the first course in Scotland offering a four-year Master of Occupational Therapy award. It has been developed in response to employer needs and key current policy and social directives. It will develop you into an Occupational Therapist who is; professional, resilient, creative, practical and dedicated to implementing contextually relevant occupational therapy services which promote and enhance health, wellness and quality of life for individuals and populations.
The former BSc version of this course is ranked 1st in Scotland for OT, 1st in Scotland for course satisfaction, and 1st for employment and/or further study six months after graduation
The Guardian University League Tables 2018, published in 2017.
How to apply
Apply by
13 January 2027
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- B920
- Institution code:
- R36
- Campus name:
- Main Site - Aberdeen
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Typical qualification requirements
A levelBCC
To include English (or a written subject requiring the use of English). Maths plus one science from Biology, Physics or Chemistry is required at GCSE grade 6 if not held at A-Level
T LevelM
in a relevant subject plus GCSE Maths and English
HNC (BTEC)P
In a relevant subject/alongside other qualifications
HND (BTEC)P
In a relevant subject/alongside other qualifications
UCAS TariffNot accepted
Scottish HNCPass
In a relevant subject/alongside other qualifications
Scottish HNDPass
In a relevant subject/alongside other qualifications
Scottish HigherBBBC
To include English (or a written subject requiring the use of English).
Maths and one from Biology/Human Biology, Physics or Chemistry are also required a National 5 grade B if not held at higher.
Maths and one from Biology/Human Biology, Physics or Chemistry are also required a National 5 grade B if not held at higher.
Access to HE DiplomaMerit: 45 Pass: 15
P: 15 credits Acceptable when combined with other qualifications. A science subject is required.
Please contact the Admissions Office for further information.
Please contact the Admissions Office for further information.
Scottish Advanced Higher
acceptable
International Baccalaureate Diploma ProgrammeOffer: 27
To include Higher Level English/(or a written subject requiring the use of English) and a Science subject at Higher Level Grade 4. Maths plus one science is required at a minimum of SL grade 4 if not held at higher.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DMM
In a health related discipline.
Foundation Apprenticeship (SCQF Level 6)Pass
May be accepted in combination with SQA Highers
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)H2H3H3H3
To include English (or a written subject requiring the use of English).
Maths and one from Biology, Chemistry or Physics are also required at O2 if not held at Higher Level.
Maths and one from Biology, Chemistry or Physics are also required at O2 if not held at Higher Level.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Typical qualification requirements
Scottish Higher BCCC
To include English (or a written subject requiring the use of English).
Maths and one from Biology/Human Biology, Physics or Chemistry are also required a National 5 grade B if not held at higher.
Maths and one from Biology/Human Biology, Physics or Chemistry are also required a National 5 grade B if not held at higher.
Additional entry requirements
- Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) / Disclosure Scotland Check
- Health Checks
- Interview
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 7 | Applicants whose first language is not English should have an IELTS of 7.0 overall, with no component lower than 6.5, or an equivalent. |
We accept a variety of in-country and secure English language tests, find out more at the URL provided.https://www.rgu.ac.uk/english
Contextual admissions
Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.
RGU is fully committed to widening participation to extend access to learning and enable talented individuals from under-represented groups, particularly those from deprived areas, to achieve their ambitions through higher education, whatever their circumstances.
Historical entry grades data
This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course with (learn more).
It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place.
Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
Per year tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Scotland | £1820* | |
| England, Wales, Northern Ireland, Channel Islands & Republic of Ireland | £9535* | |
| EU & International | £17570* |
* This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
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