Graduate Programs

Occupational Science Doctoral Program (Sc.D.)

The applied doctoral degree in Occupational Science prepares certified occupational therapists to teach, influence policy, and engage in applied research. Occupational science is the scientific study of human occupation related to the purposeful and meaningful activities that comprise everyday life experiences. The study of occupation involves the investigation of the relationship between humans' occupations and their health. This unique social science examines the capacity of humans to engage in occupation and develop healthy adaptive skills. The main emphasis of this doctoral program is to enhance the health of society by applying knowledge gained through the advanced study of occupational science and human behavior.

The doctoral degree requires the completion of at least 90 units beyond a bachelor's degree.

College of Graduate Studies and Research
7800 York Road, Suite 216

Phone: 410-704-2501
Fax: 410-704-4675
E-mail: grads@towson.edu