Occupational Therapy (Professional Qualification) MSc

University of Limerick

Ireland, Limerick

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University of Limerick

Ireland , Limerick

Key Facts

Program Level

Master by Course Work

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

MSOCTHTFAD

Campuses

Main Site

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines25-Sep-2026

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Duration 2 year(s)

Tuition Fee

EUR 25,800 / year(s)

Next Intake 25-Sep-2026

Occupational Therapy (Professional Qualification) MSc

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Programmes Specific FAQs

The MSc Occupational Therapy (Professional Qualification ) programme is recognised by the World Federation of Occupational Therapists and accredited by the Association of Occupational Therapists of Ireland. This programme is approved by CORU.

The MSc in Occupational Therapy (Professional Qualification) offered at University of Limerick is the first Graduate Entry Masters programme in Ireland. The course was developed in response to the Bacon Report recommendation that graduate entry options for this programme be explored. This innovative programme is an opportunity for honours graduates to pursue studies leading to a professional qualification in Occupational Therapy. The two-year, full-time course is a timely and appropriate route for graduates, as it recognises their educational and work experiences to date.

Programme Aims

The MSc in Occupational Therapy (Professional Qualification) aims to develop graduates who are able to:

Demonstrate how the relationship between person, occupation and environment is integral to health and well being
Design and implement innovate, responsive and evidence-based practice/services
Establish therapeutic relationships with diverse populations
Employ the principles of client centred practice
Engage in clinical reasoning to enable the OT process across a range of practice contexts
Collaborate with clients, colleagues and communities
Explain the theoretical underpinnings of OT practice to a range of audiences
Engage in continuing professional development
Critique and apply evidence to practice
Advocate for occupational justice within systems

Requirements

Entry Requirements

3.0 for applicants whose degrees are marked on a 4 point GPA scale.
4.0 for applicants whose degrees are marked on a 5 point GPA scale.
Please note, consideration will be given to applicants with 3.70 or higher on a 5 point scale but these applicants will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.
Some programmes may require an interview and/or work experience.
English language requirements also apply. Find the list of Acceptable English Language qualifications here.
Please check the programme page for course-specific entry requirements (CV, references, portfolio, letter of introduction).

Some programmes may have a higher entry requirement and/or a portfolio requirement and not all applicants who meet the minimum grades will be offered a place.

English Program Requirements

DUOLINGO

The minimum requirement will be a DET score of 120 with no less than 110 in any component.
An interview may be required in conjunction with this for certain programmes.

TOEFL580 (paper based) or 90 (internet based)

IELTS

Minimum score of 6.5* with no less than 6.0 in any component.
*Please note some programmes have a higher IELTS requirement.

**Please note, we can only accept Academic IELTS. General IELTS will not be accepted.

PEARSON TEST OF ENGLISH (ACADEMIC) - PTE ACADEMIC:a minimum score of 61 (with no section score below 59)