BSc (Hons) Occupational Therapy at University of Hull

Programme overview

An accelerated two-year degree covering how occupational therapists support people of all ages in health, social care and community settings, with over 1,000 hours of placements. Teaching combines lectures, workshops, simulation and placements and prepares graduates to begin work as registered occupational therapists.

What you will study

Year 1 covers Foundations of Occupational Therapy, Occupational Therapy Practice Skills, Enabling Occupation in Mental Health and Learning, Applied Research Methods and two practice placements; year 2 covers paediatric practice, practice with older adults, long-term conditions, occupational justice, leadership, a dissertation and a further placement.

Career pathways

Graduates work across NHS services, mental health, rehabilitation, paediatrics, social care, older adult services, education and the voluntary sector, and the course provides a foundation for postgraduate study.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Typical offer: 120 UCAS points, of which 40 points must come from a science subject (Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Physical Education) or a social science subject (Psychology or Sociology). GCSE English Language, Mathematics and Science at grade C/4 or above (or equivalent Level 2 qualifications). International applicants: academic IELTS 7.0 overall with at least 7.0 in each skill.

Domestic applicants: GBP 12,060 a year (2027/28). UK students, 2027 entry (fees for 2028 entry not confirmed). Accelerated learning course fee per year. Source

International applicants: GBP 25,760 a year (2027/28). International students, 2027 entry (fees for 2028 entry not confirmed). Accelerated learning course fee per year. Source

Intake: 2027 entry

Duration: 2 years

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