Overview

Using diverse modalities of teaching combined with experiential learning and research, the MScOT programme prepares future occupational therapists for meaningful occupation-based practice by providing a venue of critical thinking, collaboration, a local-to-global perspective and a focus on social justice and equity.

Key facts

This Occupational Therapy programme from Western University - Canada combines classroom learning and group/individual study, in combination with fieldwork experiences to integrate the theoretical content and skills essential for practice. Learning experiences extend beyond the classroom and include expert seminars and guest lectures, opportunities for international study, clinical mentoring and independent studies
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Our programme prepares future occupational therapists for meaningful occupation-based practice by providing a venue of critical thinking, collaboration, a local-to-global perspective and a focus on social justice and equity.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Year 1

Foundations of Occupational Therapy/ Occupational Science
Psychosocial Determinants of Occupation and Health
Physical Determinants of Occupation and Health
Foundations of Practice
Interprofessional Education: Professional Practice
Fieldwork Preparation
Simulated Fieldwork Experience
Occupational Science
Interprofessional Education: Critical Appraisal
Occupational Analysis & Engagement: Person and Occupation
Engaging in Occupation: Caring for self and Others
Occupation based inquiry (Beginner)
Fieldwork Placement May/June or July/ August

Year 2

Engaging in Occupation: Leisure and Productivity
Occupational Analysis and Eng.: Environment and Occupation
Occupational Analysis and Eng.: Well-being, Groups and Coun.
Occupation Based Inquiry (intermediate)
Fieldwork Preparation
Interprofessional Education: Applying Research to Practice
Engaging in Occupation: Community and Population Level Practice
Fieldwork Placement (7 weeks) and more...

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-06 00:00:00

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

135

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TOEFL^® IBT

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105

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5.5

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PTE Academic

72

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IELTS

7.5

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Credits

60 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

London, Canada

Disciplines

Health Sciences Occupational Health and Safety Occupational Therapy View 17 other Masters in Occupational Health and Safety in Canada

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Academic requirements

GPA

3.4

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

135

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TOEFL^® IBT

OR

105

OR

5.5

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PTE Academic

72

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IELTS

7.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

A four-year undergraduate degree with high academic standing from a recognized university- Any Program. Transcripts obtained out of Canada and US must have WES Evaluation.

Applicants whose first language is not English must show evidence of their proficiency in the use of the English language, with minimum scores: IELTS Academic 7.5, TOEFL 105, PTE Academic or Duolingo 135.

Completion of a Casper test with a competitive score

A minimum SubGPA of 3.40

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

22628 CAD / year

≈ 22628 CAD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

9956 CAD / year

≈ 9956 CAD / year
In-State Applies to you

Applies to you

9956 CAD / year

≈ 9956 CAD / year

Living costs

London

Canada

1037 - 1625 CAD / month

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Funding

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Credits

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Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

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Domestic Applies to you

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Living costs

London

Funding

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