BSc (Hons) Occupational Therapy at University of Liverpool

Programme overview

Our Occupational Therapy programme is stimulating and rewarding, delivering a breadth of person-centred practical experience in a region with a particularly diverse population, providing an invaluable insight into a student's potential future career. The Occupational Therapy programme at Liverpool will equip you with a range of both academic and practical skills for a rewarding career that enhances the quality of life for people encountering physical, emotional, social and cognitive challenges.

Faculty: Faculty of Health and Life Sciences | Duration: 3 years full-time | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Liverpool, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The aims of year one are to provide you with the opportunity to develop: Compulsory modules in year one include Human Performance and Participation 1, Foundations of Occupational Science, Personal and Professional Development 1, Human Performance and Participation 2, Evidence for Practice 1, Personal and Professional Development 2.

Career pathways

Occupational Therapy graduates are eligible to apply for membership of the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), the Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT) and the World Federation of Occupational Therapy (WFOT) to work outside the UK.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A levels: BBB to include at least one Science subject from Biology, Human Biology, Health and Social Care, Psychology, Sociology, Physical Education, Life and Health Sciences, or Criminology. General Studies is not acceptable.; GCSE: 5 GCSEs at grades A*-C or 4-9 including Maths and English Language. Please note English Language must be achieved at a minimum of grade 5.; BTEC Extended Diploma: BTEC Nationals are considered in addition to the GCSEs outlined above. BTEC National Extended Certificate We will accept one National Extend Certificate at a minimum of Distinction.; BTEC Extended Diploma: We will accept in Health and Social Care, Sport and Exercise Science or Applied Science at grade DDD.; IB: 30 points overall with no score less than 4 or pass the IB Diploma plus 5,5,5 in 3 HL subjects. Biology must be offered at a minimum of a Grade 5.; English language: IELTS 7.0 overall, with no component below 6.5

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). full-time; Year in industry fee £2,010; Year abroad fee £1,508 (applies to year in China) (not included) Source

International applicants: GBP 33,000 a year (2027/28). full-time; Year in industry fee £2,010; Year abroad fee £16,500 (applies to year in China) (not included) Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time

Apply through the official page: https://ucas.com/students

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