BSc (Hons) Occupational Therapy at York St John University

Gain the knowledge and skills you need to start your career as an occupational therapist. Occupational therapy is a science-based degree leading to a health and social care profession, and is regulated by the Health and Care Professions Council. Occupational therapists help people to engage in their everyday occupations, supporting them to lead a fulfilling and healthy life. Our Occupational Therapy degree is inclusive and innovative. We use evidence- based concepts and practice, and teach through a mix of contemporary and traditional learning approaches.

Faculty: School of Health Sciences  |  Duration: 3 years full time, 4 to 6 years part time  |  Study mode: full-time/part-time  |  Intake: September 2027, September 2028  |  Location: York, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Compulsory modules include People as Occupational Beings; Developing Professional Practice; Professional Placement 1; Theories Underpinning Occupation Centred Practice; Enhancing Professional Skills; Professional Practice Placement 1b; Applying the Occupational Therapy Process; Developing Occupational Justice in Contexts.

Career pathways

This course will prepare you for a career as an occupational therapist in a variety of professional settings. You will also develop diverse skills that can be used in a range of jobs. Example roles include Occupational therapist; Art therapist; Care manager; Ergonomist; Health improvement practitioner; Social worker.

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