Health Sciences
BA (Hons) Professional Development (Health and Social Care) (Petroc (Barnstaple: Brannams)) [full-time, 1 year]
University of Plymouth, United Kingdom
- Degree
- Bachelor's
Health Sciences
University of Plymouth, United Kingdom
This pathway is for occupational therapists who want to develop their skills and knowledge in critical thinking and implement innovative, evidence-based practice in a range of settings. Students build skills in research and scholarly activity around the core principles of occupational therapy and explore occupational therapy and occupational science in depth.
Faculty: School of Health Professions | Duration: 1 year full-time; part-time route available | Study mode: full-time, part-time route available | Location: Plymouth, England, United Kingdom
Core modules are Applying Evidence to Practice, Occupational Therapy Practice: Supported Study, Project Design for Research and a 60-credit Research Dissertation, with optional masters-level modules chosen at each stage. Exit awards are PgCert (60 credits), PgDip (120 credits) and MSc (180 credits).
Normally a first degree (BSc (Hons) at 2:2 or above, or European first-cycle equivalent) in Occupational Therapy. Non-UK-based candidates must be recognised as an Occupational Therapist in their own country. IELTS 6.5 average with a minimum of 5.5 in each category. An interview may be necessary and a short piece of writing is normally required. Credit for prior learning is accepted.
Domestic applicants: GBP 11,700 a year (2026/27). Full-time, per annum Source
International applicants: GBP 20,150 a year (2026/27). Full-time, per annum Source
Duration: 1 year
Health Sciences
University of Plymouth, United Kingdom
Health Sciences
University of Plymouth, United Kingdom
Health Sciences
University of Plymouth, United Kingdom
Health Sciences
University of Plymouth, United Kingdom
Health Sciences
University of Plymouth, United Kingdom
Health Sciences
University of Plymouth, United Kingdom
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