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Occupational Therapy at University of Southampton - UCAS

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Course summary

Become an Occupational Therapist with BSc Occupational Therapy at the University of Southampton. On your three-year BSc Occupational Therapy degree you will gain the knowledge and skills to treat people with psychological, physical or social disabilities. You will learn how to work effectively with patients, their families and carers, as well as with other healthcare professionals. Occupational therapy combines a range of areas including human anatomy and physiology, psychology, sociology, pathology, learning disabilities and mental health. You will explore the impact of health conditions and life events on people’s sense of self, relationships and occupations. This programme gives you all the knowledge and skills to start your career along with eligibility to register with the Health and Care Professions Council as an occupational therapist. It is also accredited by the Royal College of Occupational Therapists and the World Federation of Occupational Therapists. Occupational Therapy at Southampton is 3rd in the UK (Counselling, Psychotherapy and Occupational Therapy, Complete University Guide, 2023).

Modules

We have a varied range of modules for all years. Examples of core modules for year one will include: An Introduction to Professional Practice (Level 4) Design for Occupation 1 Foundations of Health Sciences for Occupational Therapists Practice Placement 1 OT Principles of Health Sciences for Occupational Therapy Principles of Occupational Therapy Practice Therapeutic Engagements/Partnerships in Occupational Therapy Practice 1 Using Evidence in Occupational Therapy Practice For full list of all modules available, please visit the course page: https://www.southampton.ac.uk/courses/occupational-therapy-degree-bsc#modules

Assessment method

The learning activities for this course include the following: lectures, classes and tutorials, coursework, individual and group projects and independent learning (studying on your own). We’ll assess you using: essays, oral presentations, written and practical exams and placement assessment.

Professional bodies

Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.

  • The World Federation of Occupational Therapists
  • Occupational Therapists, College of

How to apply

This course has limited vacancies, and is no longer accepting applications from some students. See the list below for where you normally live, to check if you’re eligible to apply.

EU

Wales

England

International

Scotland

Northern Ireland

Republic of Ireland

Application codes

Course code:
B920
Institution code:
S27
Campus name:
Main Site - Highfield Campus
Campus code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

GCSEs: Minimum of GCSE Maths and English Language (A*-C or 4-9). GCSE Science (A*-C or 4-9) also required if not offered as a level 3 qualification. Recent relevant study must have been within 3 years You may be required to attend a selection day and complete satisfactory Occupational Health and Police Checks. We are committed to ensuring that all learners with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, are encouraged to apply to study with us. The additional information gained through contextual data allows us to recognise a learner’s potential to succeed in the context of their background and experience. Applicants who are highlighted in this way will be made an offer which is lower than the typical offer for that programme.

Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course

https://www.southampton.ac.uk/courses/occupational-therapy-degree-bsc#entry-requirements

Additional entry requirements

Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)

Health checks

Interview


English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)7with a minimum of 6.5 in all components.

Student Outcomes

Operated by the Office for Students
85%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
90%
Go onto work and study

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Republic of Ireland £9250 Year 1
EU £28900 Year 1
England £9250 Year 1
Northern Ireland £9250 Year 1
Scotland £9250 Year 1
Wales £9250 Year 1
Channel Islands £9250 Year 1
International £28900 Year 1

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

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Occupational Therapy at University of Southampton - UCAS