Course Overview

Occupational therapists play a key role in helping people regain, maintain or improve their participation in life. Often they work with people whose ability to take part in life has been impacted by injury, disability, or illness. Occupational therapists also work with individuals and groups whose ability and freedom to take part in life are restricted by other circumstances. This includes those who are detained in prison, or in immigration centers, as well as people who are homeless or refugees.

At Worcester, we value compassionate, effective, and ethical care. Our occupational therapy degree will equip you with the skills and experience you will need to support others to live the life of their choice. We have a strong focus on leadership in our program, helping you to develop both as a therapist and as a dynamic practitioner throughout your career.

The Occupational Therapy BSc (Hons) will be underpinned by a School-wide commitment to interprofessional learning that aims to develop skilled and compassionate practitioners who have the confidence to engage with and promote professional, social, and political change in health and social care. This course runs in parallel with the Physiotherapy BSc (Hons) integrating collaborative working, and evidence-based person-centered practice.

General Eligibility

Minimum of 5 GCSEs, grade C/4 or above including the English Language

And

120 UCAS tariff points or BBB (General Studies not accepted). 120 points must be achieved in A2 subjects or equivalent

BTEC Extended National Diploma. Subjects that will provide the most relevant foundation for Occupational Therapy study will relate to health, social care, and working with people however other subject areas will be considered where an individual shows potential for the profession: DDD.

Irish Leaving Certificate: 6 Higher Level subjects grade H3 or above at one sitting to include English at grade H2

Access to Higher Education Diploma welcomed - 60 credits in total, with a minimum of 45 credits at Level 3 with at least 24 credits at Distinction and the remainder at Merit. Access courses cover a wide range of topics. Ones that consider aspects of health, social care, and working with people will provide the most relevant foundation for studying occupational therapy. Other subject areas are considered where an individual shows potential for the profession. At least 120 UCAS points must be achieved

International Baccalaureate: Obtain a total of 128 UCAS tariff points from a maximum of 3 International Baccalaureate Higher Level Certificates

University of Worcester Health Care Foundation Year welcomed with a B grade average.

Part Time Work Details

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

• IELTS level 7.0 with no element below 6.5.