Program Overview

MSc Advancing Practice Sensory Integration

Course summary

The MSc Advancing Practice Sensory Integration is a postgraduate course designed for occupational therapists, physiotherapists, and speech & language therapists. The course aims to develop students' knowledge and skills in sensory integration and processing, enabling them to work as advanced practitioners in this field.

How you learn

Students will learn through online presentations, webinars, independent study tasks, online discussion boards, and online activities. The course also includes clinical mentoring sessions and up to 60 clinical hours, which can be completed within the student's own workplace or in another suitable environment.

Modules

The course consists of several modules, including:

• Sensory Integration 1: Foundations And Neuroscience
• Sensory Integration 2: Clinical Reasoning In Sensory Integration: Assessment
• Sensory Integration 3: Clinical Reasoning And Practice In Sensory Integration: Intervention
• Sensory Integration 4: Advanced Practice
• Dissertation
• Researching For Practice (Distance Learning)

Future careers

This course prepares students for careers in healthcare, social care, education, third sector organizations, and private practice.

Where will I study?

The course is studied online from any location.

Entry requirements

Applicants should normally hold a first degree or professional qualification in Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, or Speech and Language Therapy, recognized in the UK. Equivalent international academic and/or professional qualifications will be accepted. English language proficiency is also required, with an IELTS score of 7.0 overall and a minimum of 6.5 in all skills.

Fees and funding

The tuition fee for this course is available on the Sensory Integration Education (SIE) website. Home students can access a non-repayable maintenance grant of at least £5,000 per year, eligibility applies. Postgraduate student loans of up to £12,858 are also available for home students on most masters courses.

Additional course costs

Estimated additional costs for the course can be found on the university's website. These costs include general course additional costs and costs associated with key activities on specific courses.

Legal information

Any offer of a place to study is subject to the University's Terms and Conditions and Student Regulations.