BSc (Hons) Occupational Therapy at University of East Anglia

Programme overview

Ranked 1st in the UK for three consecutive years, we prepare you for a career that transforms lives. Learn through real-world experience, expert teaching, and a supportive, close-knit community. Occupational therapy is a science-based healthcare profession that draws on biological, psychological and social knowledge to support health and well-being.

What you will study

You’ll develop Occupational Therapy knowledge and skills in a structured way, with a curriculum made up of carefully planned compulsory modules.

Career pathways

With a BSc Occupational Therapy degree, you could launch a career in: NHS and community services Support individuals to regain independence following illness, injury, or life changes Paediatric services and Schools Help children develop skills for learning, play and everyday activities The voluntary sector including charities Provid specialist assessments and interventions in a range of settings Higher Education, Research or Emerging roles Contribute to service development, teaching, or roles in areas such as social care or justice services.

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Entry requirements

A levels BBB. Contextual offer: BCC. BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma: DDM in Health, Care, Science. Contextual offer: DMM in Health, Care or Science. See BTEC / OCR Cambridge Technical Level 3 section below for further information on accepted subjects. BTEC in Public Services, Uniformed Services and Business Administration are all excluded from our BTEC offers. Combinations of BTEC and A levels Diploma: DD plus B at A level. Contextual Offer: DD plus C at A level. Extended Certificate: D plus BB at A level. Contextual Offer: D plus BC at A level. See BTEC / OCR Cambridge Technical Level 3 section below for further information on accepted subjects and combinations. Access to HE Diploma Pass... All applicants must hold or be working towards GCSEs in English Language and Mathematics at a minimum of grade C or grade 4. We also require 5 GCSEs at a minimum of grade C or 4, including English Language, Mathematics, and a science. Offers will be made to applicants after completion of successful interviews and will be subject to a satisfactory occupational health check, including evidence of appropriate immunisations. Failure to meet the placement vaccination policy may prevent you from joining the course or may lead to your withdrawal from the course in the future. English language: IELTS: 7.0 overall (minimum 6.5 in all components).

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Full-time annual tuition fee Source

International applicants: GBP 24,250 a year (2027/28). Full-time annual tuition fee Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time

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