Bachelor of Science in Public Health—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 in Public Health (BS) and a Master of Science in Occupational Therapy (MSOT) in five years instead of the traditional six.
Help Patients Thrive in their Daily Lives
Your Three-Year Undergraduate Journey
The knowledge and skills gained through your study of public health provide an excellent foundation for your advanced studies in occupational therapy.
First Year
- study various areas of biology and chemistry and attend associated labs
- explore American culture and its impact on the healthcare system
- learn calculus and expository writing
Second Year
- develop an understanding of public health through seminar work and an exploration of cultural anthropology
- hone your interpersonal communication skills and learn about human psychology
- study anatomy and physiology and apply your knowledge in laboratory work
Third Year
- build your knowledge of epidemiology, environment and health, and healthcare ethics
- learn about public health policy and community health
- study exercise physiology, human and child development, and abnormal psychology
- students who submit their OTCAS, achieve the minimum GPA and other admission requirements are reviewed for admission to the MSOT program
The Heart of New England’s Healthcare Ecosystem
Building a Career that Makes a Difference
The combination of public health and occupational therapy puts you in a unique position to help individuals make transformational change.
#11 Best Healthcare Jobs
U.S. News and World Report ranks occupational therapist one of the best healthcare jobs (2022)
The best place to be
MCPHS is located in Boston’s Longwood Medical and Academic Area, a global center for healthcare delivery, research, and education.
MCPHS Community Voices
The lived experiences of MCPHS students, partners, and faculty tell an eloquent story. They illustrate just how our student-centered, teaching-first approach keeps us in the top tier of the country’s “most transformative colleges.” (Money magazine 2020).
Nick Gilbert
| MSOT“What excites me most about my future as an occupational therapist is having the opportunity to help individuals return to their normal lives after injury or illness and being able to help someone through a rough period in their life.”