BSc (Hons) Occupational Therapy

This three-year honours degree in Occupational Therapy at Bournemouth University will equip you with the skills and knowledge to work as an occupational therapist. You'll learn how to help people of all ages who have a physical, sensory or cognitive impairment to achieve their goals and live independently. With a focus on practice-based learning, you'll gain real-world experience through placements and projects, preparing you for a rewarding career in healthcare.

Additional Information

Our course is accredited by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and the Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT). Graduates are eligible to apply for registration with the HCPC, enabling them to work as occupational therapists in a variety of settings. Our staff have extensive experience in the field and are passionate about teaching and learning.

Unlock Your Potential at Bournemouth University - Leading the Way in Occupational Therapy Education

Bournemouth University offers an excellent environment for studying Occupational Therapy. Our campus is located in a beautiful coastal area, providing a unique blend of study and leisure activities. You'll have access to state-of-the-art facilities, including our Occupational Therapy Clinic, where you can gain practical experience working with clients. Our strong industry connections also provide opportunities for work placements and networking.

• Gain the knowledge and practical skills needed to critically assess a service user’s circumstances to help them adapt to their environment and maximize their performance potential. 

• The course maintains small cohort sizes resulting in an excellent lecturer-to-student ratio meaning more support, education, and resource availability.

• Get hands-on practice using our purpose-built clinical simulation facilities, which feature a daily living suite and kitchen, plus equipment to tackle various situations commonly encountered by occupational therapists.

• Put your learning into practice with placement experience throughout the course in various settings. 

• Experiential learning allows you to work on real-life scenarios to gain knowledge and understanding of occupational roles and how health and well-being can affect the functioning

• 86% of graduates felt that academic staff on the course were good at explaining things

This course requires 128–144 UCAS tariff points, including a minimum of two A-levels or equivalent and 32 points in a required subject. We are happy to consider a combination of qualifications and grades to meet the overall tariff, for example, A-levels A*A*C, AAA, A*BC or ABB, BTECs DDD or DDM in a required subject.

20 hours per week