Occupational Therapy BSc (Hons) at University of Northampton

This degree combines the study of occupational and human sciences with hands-on learning in practical settings, preparing you to work as a registered occupational therapist in the UK and overseas. Local, national and international placements are available.

Faculty: Faculty of Health, Sport and Behavioural Sciences  |  Department: Public and Professional Healthcare  |  Duration: 3 years full-time; 3 years full-time extended  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September  |  Location: Northampton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The University of Northampton’s Occupational Therapy degree equips you with the knowledge and skills that you will require for professional practice through combining the study of occupational and human sciences with hands-on learning in a practical setting. We were one of the first Occupational Therapy courses to be established in Britain. Modules include Exploring Professional Perspectives of Occupation, Understanding Health and Well-being, Health and Well-being: Understanding Impact on the Individual, Core Skills for Occupational Therapy Practice, Enabling Engagement in Occupation, Placement 1, Exploring Evidence to Inform Practice, Exploring Inequalities and Inclusive Practice, Placement 2, Placement 3, Principles Informing Practice, Rehabilitation Skills.

Career pathways

Occupational Therapists work in diverse areas of practice. Opportunities are available in the UK and abroad with a wide range of career options; the National Health Service, Social Services, private practice, special education, the prison service and in the voluntary sector.

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