BSc (Hons) Occupational Therapy (Integrated Degree Apprenticeship) at Health Sciences University

Programme overview

This degree apprenticeship provides a pathway to eligibility for HCPC registration as an occupational therapist while working for a supporting employer. Delivery is blended with some attendance at the Bournemouth campus. Occupational therapists help people of all ages develop, recover or maintain the skills to perform daily activities for physical, mental and social wellbeing.

Department: Occupational Therapy | Duration: 3 years | Study mode: part-time | Location: Bournemouth, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 units include Occupation and Occupational Science; Occupational Therapy Skills: Enabling and Therapeutic Use of Occupation; and Occupational Therapy Placement 1: Developing Professional Reasoning.

Career pathways

Occupational therapists work in NHS hospitals and clinics, GP practices, schools, rehabilitation centres, care homes, vocational and homeless services and charities.

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Entry requirements

GCSE English and Maths (A-C/4-9) or Level 2 functional skills, plus one of: Level 5 qualification (e.g. FdSc Assistant Practitioner), A levels BBC, BTEC DMM, Access to HE 112-120 UCAS points, IB 30-32 points or T Level Merit. English equivalent to IELTS 7.0 with no element below 6.5 (or OET equivalent). Employment of at least 30 hours per week in a linked role, 3 years' UK residency, DBS and occupational health checks.

Duration: 3 years

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