Master in What Skills Will I Get

Applications for the Sep 2027 intake close on Aug 31, 2027; tuition costs 17,200 GBP per year.

Graduates of this programme typically advance into senior clinical leadership, specialized practitioner roles, and consultancy positions within health, social care, and third-sector organizations. By bridging the gap between theoretical research and clinical application, the curriculum empowers therapists to drive service improvement and influence policy at a systemic level.

This master's programme is tailored for qualified occupational therapists seeking to refine their clinical reasoning and scholarly practice. It moves beyond foundational skills to foster a sophisticated understanding of occupational science, enabling students to challenge existing frameworks and innovate within their specific workplace environments.

Core Pillars of Professional Development

• Reflective Practice: Cultivate advanced questioning and reasoning skills to boost clinical efficacy and creativity.
• Critical Leadership: Develop the strategic awareness necessary to lead multidisciplinary teams and mentor junior staff.
• Evidence-Based Innovation: Master the application of research methodologies to evaluate service trends and champion sustainable improvements in patient care.

The flexible structure allows practitioners to balance rigorous academic study with their ongoing clinical responsibilities, ensuring that the knowledge gained is immediately applicable to the complex, evolving challenges of modern healthcare.

University of Plymouth, situated on England’s southwest coast, is a modern, student-centred university with around 18,000 students and a welcoming international community. The campus blends contemporary facilities with strong industry links, particularly in marine science, health, engineering and business. Plymouth emphasises practical learning and employability, offering placements, internships and project-based modules that connect students directly with employers and local partners.

International students find Plymouth attractive for its supportive campus services, range of student societies and manageable city scale that balances urban amenities with coastal lifestyle. The university provides pre‑arrival guidance, English language support and dedicated international student teams to ease transition and help with accommodation, visas and wellbeing. Teaching approaches combine lectures, labs and applied projects, while research-active staff bring real-world problems into the classroom.

Graduates from Plymouth benefit from strong regional and national employer engagement, which can lead to placements, graduate roles and entrepreneurial support through incubators and career services. The city’s quality of life, lower cost compared with larger UK cities and emphasis on hands-on learning make Plymouth a practical choice for students seeking a balanced academic experience and strong prospects for work or further study after graduation.