Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences—Occupational Therapy Pathway (BS/MSOT)
School of Arts and Sciences
Location: Boston
Start Term: Fall, Spring
This 3+2 pathway allows you to earn both a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Health Sciences and a Master of Science in Occupational Therapy (MSOT) in five years instead of the traditional six.
Help People Regain Independence
Your Three-Year Undergraduate Journey
The undergraduate portion of this combined degree program will provide you with a strong foundation in the medical sciences, social sciences, and various areas of healthcare policies and practice.
First-Year Experience
- study biology and chemistry and attend associated labs
- participate in a health sciences seminar
- develop an understanding of human psychology and American culture and how they impact the healthcare system
Second-Year Experience
- gain an understanding of healthcare ethics, healthcare delivery, and health promotion
- hone your interpersonal communication skills and explore public health and policy
- study child and adolescent development and cultural anthropology
Third-Year Experience
- learn healthcare informatics and research analysis and methods
- study human development and abnormal psychology
- explore exercise physiology and complete a health sciences practicum
- students who submit their OTCAS, achieve the minimum GPA and other admission requirements are reviewed for admission to the MSOT program
Build Hands-on Experience—and Professional Confidence
A Powerful Platform for Launching your Career
Earn the deep knowledge necessary to advance in your career as an occupational therapist.
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Best Healthcare JobsOccupational Therapists are ranked #4 best healthcare job in the 2024 U.S. News and World Report
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Job GrowthEmployment of occupational therapists is projected to grow 12% from 2022 to 2032, much faster than the average according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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median salaryThe median annual salary for occupational therapists is 93,180, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
MCPHS Health Sciences Students Pursue Internships at World-Class Institutions
Awards and Recognition
Additional Options for Degrees in Health Sciences
In addition to the BS/MSOT, we offer five degrees covering general studies as well as training in a specific discipline.
Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences
Full-time, four-year program at our Boston campus. Choose among three tracks: general, health education, or healthcare management.
Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences — Acupuncture Pathway (BS/MAc)
Spend the first three years at MCPHS-Boston before transitioning to our Worcester campus for the duration of the program.
Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences — Degree Completion
Study full time or part time and choose a concentration in public health or health education.
Master of Science in Health Sciences
Complete this part-time online program in as little as two years.
Doctor of Health Sciences
Complete this part-time online program in as little as nine semesters.