Master of Occupational Therapy
Royal Holloway, University of London
- Egham, United Kingdom
- 2 years
- English
- On campus
- Master
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 (1.5 years): yes
- 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
- 2:2. UK 2:2 Bachelor honours degree or equivalent with some understanding of research methodology
- taken within either dissertation
- final year project or as its own module will be required. We invite students from a wide range of scientific
- social science and humanities backgrounds to apply and be considered. You will need to have completed an undergraduate degree in one of these fields to be eligible. International qualification or degree equivalents by country are listed on the course page
- UK 2:1 honours degree or equivalent usually; some courses accept a high 2:2 (57% or above); professional experience considered; country-specific equivalents on course pages
Accepted academic background
Language tests
- IELTS 7.0
- TOEFL iBT 97
- Duolingo 130
- PTE Academic 76
- IELTS Academic 7
Other requirements
- Interview required
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- Proof of Identity
- Application Form
How to apply
- Review the program admission requirements. Prepare academic transcripts and supporting documents. Complete the institution application form. Submit proof of language proficiency if required. Pay the application fee if applicable. Await the admission decision.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | £28,100 GBP |
|---|---|
| Application fee | _ |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | Egham |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | School of Life Sciences and the Environment |
| Department | Psychology |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | _ |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1.5 years |
| Scholarship note | Royal Holloway, University of London scholarship or tuition-support opportunities may vary by program, intake and applicant eligibility. Review current award conditions before applying. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
20 Aug 2027
279 days left
Scholarships
Royal Holloway, University of London scholarship or tuition-support opportunities may vary by program, intake and applicant eligibility. Review current award conditions before applying.
Browse scholarships →Frequently asked questions
The program takes 2 years.
The next deadline is 20 Aug 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is £28,100 GBP per year. The estimated living cost is £14,500 GBP.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 7.0, TOEFL iBT 97, Duolingo 130, PTE Academic 76, IELTS Academic 7. An interview is required.
Royal Holloway, University of London scholarship or tuition-support opportunities may vary by program, intake and applicant eligibility. Review current award conditions before applying.

