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Foundation of Occupational Therapy
- Sheffield, United Kingdom
- 4 years
- English
- On campus
- Foundation
About the program
The Occupational Therapy Doctorate is a 27-month, Entry-level ACOTE-accredited doctoral degree starting each spring.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights: no
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop advanced knowledge of Occupational Therapy and apply discipline-appropriate methods
- Assess relevant evidence
- And communicate informed conclusions.
Career outcomes
- Occupational therapist (OTR)
Curriculum
- 27 continuous months starting in spring: integrated coursework and fieldwork around Naperville and Chicago
- 24 weeks of Level II fieldwork and an individual 14-week capstone experience. Accredited by ACOTE
- Graduates are eligible to register for the NBCOT exam.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Standard offer of 64 UCAS points
- with at least 32 points from one A level or equivalent
- GCSE English grade 4/C
- international equivalents by country.
Accepted academic background
A levels or equivalent (BTEC, T level, Access to HE); international equivalents per country on https://www.shu.ac.uk/study-here/international/entry-requirements
Language tests
- IELTS 7.0
- TOEFL iBT 91
- Duolingo 130
- PTE Academic 76
- IELTS Academic 7
Other requirements
- Interview required
Documents you’ll need
- English Language Test Results
How to apply
- Review the program admission requirements and intake availability. Prepare your academic records and required supporting documents. Prepare for the required admission interview. Submit the application through the institution's approved application process. Provide language proficiency evidence and pay any application fee when applicable. Monitor the application status and respond to requests for additional information.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | £20,400 GBP |
|---|---|
| Application fee | _ |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | Collegiate Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | School of Health and Social Care |
| Department | _ |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | _ |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | _ |
| Scholarship note | _ |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed
Scholarships
1377 scholarships connected to this program.
Browse scholarships →Frequently asked questions
The program takes 4 years.
Tuition is £20,400 GBP per year. The estimated living cost is £10,827 GBP.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 7.0, TOEFL iBT 91, Duolingo 130, PTE Academic 76, IELTS Academic 7. An interview is required.
1377 scholarships are connected to this program.

