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Master of Occupational Therapy

Western University

London, Canada
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 (Up to 3 years (master's programmes of at least 8 months get 3 years, since 2024-02-15) (Post-Graduation Work Permit; one-time; programme of at least 8 months, full-time, at a PGWP-eligible DLI; language CLB/NCLC 7; no field-of-study requirement; apply within 180 days of completion)): 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

Four-year degree or equivalent from a recognized university or college. Applicants in the final year of their bachelor's degree must provide proof of degree completion (i.e.
Degree conferral) by June 30th
2026 to maintain their spot in the program.

Accepted academic background

Bachelor's degree from a recognized institution comparable to a four-year Canadian bachelor's degree (some three-year degrees may not qualify), Program-specific requirements, References, Statement and CV

Language tests

IELTS 7.5
TOEFL iBT 105
Duolingo 135
PTE Academic 72

Documents you’ll need

Academic transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended
Referee contact details
Evidence of English proficiency if applicable
Program-specific supplementary documents if required

How to apply

Check the program page for requirements and the international deadline. Create an applicant account and apply online; the application fee is 185 CAD
non-refundable (some programs charge differently). Upload transcripts from every post-secondary institution (unofficial copies are enough to apply; English translation if needed)
enter referee emails and add program documents such as CV
statement or writing samples. SGPS does a preliminary check
then the program decides. Accept the offer in Student Center by the date in the offer letter and send official transcripts to gradapps@uwo.ca.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$42,584 CAD
Application fee	$185 CAD
Deposit	$66,032 CAD

Program details

Campus	London (main campus)
Faculty or school	Faculty of Health Sciences
Department	Occupational Therapy
Teaching language	English
Credit value	_
Study pace	_
Post-study stay	Up to 3 years (master's programmes of at least 8 months get 3 years, since 2024-02-15) (Post-Graduation Work Permit; one-time; programme of at least 8 months, full-time, at a PGWP-eligible DLI; language CLB/NCLC 7; no field-of-study requirement; apply within 180 days of completion)
Scholarship note	_

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
May 2027
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January 2028
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Frequently asked questions

The program takes 2 years.