European Master of Science in Occupational Therapy part-time
Investing in your employee’s growth
Supporting your employee in pursuing the OT-EuroMaster is more than a commitment to professional growth. It is also an investment in your organisation’s future. This international Master’s programme develops advanced skills in leadership, research and evidence based practice. Graduates learn to develop well founded and innovative solutions for your workplace.
By fostering your employee’s development, you help your team deliver better outcomes and strengthen organisational quality. Your organisation is better prepared for changes in healthcare and in occupational therapy practice.
Graduates bring a strong occupational perspective, leadership qualities and a deep understanding of evidence‑based approaches. Their research training enables them to critically evaluate existing practice and apply new strategies. These skills can improve client care and contribute to long‑term growth and innovation in your organisation.
Graduates are ready to pursue a PhD, contribute to research projects and further develop their research competencies. Also, the MSc degree is an important step towards becoming a lecturer.
Internationally recognised programme
This programme has existed since 1999 and was one of the first MSc degrees in Occupational Therapy in Europe. It is a high‑quality programme, accredited by the Accreditation Organisation of the Netherlands and Flanders (NVAO) as a WO master in 2006, 2010, 2016 and 2023.
In 2010 and 2016, the programme was awarded the Distinctive Quality Feature of Internationalisation and, in 2023, the Certificate for Quality in Internationalisation. Both are based on the criteria of the European Consortium for Accreditation (ECA).
Other employers about the programme
'Master’s graduates bring research knowledge and a high level of expertise to the team. It’s great to see how they develop during their studies. The whole team and company benefit from this.'
— Barbara Aegler, Managing Director, Practice for Hand Rehabilitation and Occupational Therapy GmbH, Zurich
'With a Master of Science, occupational therapists can work as therapy experts and contribute at various levels – for example by ensuring treatment quality, integrating research into practice, developing therapy services or conducting research.'
— Gabriele Steininger, Head of Occupational Therapy, University Clinic for Neurology, Inselspital Bern
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