Occupational Therapy BSc
St George's, University of London
UCAS Code: B920 | Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Entry requirements
A level
Science or social science subjects may be helpful but are not essential. General Studies is not accepted. Must also meet GCSE requirements as outlined on website.
Access to HE Diploma
60 credits at level 3 (45 graded and 15 ungraded). Credits must be in science subjects. Overall 21 credits graded at Distinction and 24 at Merit. Must also meet GCSE requirements as outlined on website.
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
Combinations of individual Pre-U subjects and A Levels are acceptable. Science or social science subjects may be helpful but are not essential. Must also meet GCSE requirements as outlined on website.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
15 points at Higher Level, sciences or Social Science may be helpful but are not essential At Standard Level, a minimum score of 4 must be attained in Mathematics (or Maths Studies) and English, if at least a C grade has not previously been attained in GCSE/IGCSE/O level Maths and English.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Science or social science subjects may be helpful but are not essential. General Studies is not accepted. Must also meet GCSE requirements as outlined on website.
Scottish Advanced Higher
Science or social science subjects may be helpful but are not essential. Supplemented by 3 Scottish Highers at BBB. Must also meet GCSE/National 5 requirements as outlined on website.
Scottish Higher
Science or social science subjects may be helpful but are not essential. Supplemented by 2 Scottish Advanced Highers at BB. Must also meet GCSE/National 5 requirements as outlined on website.
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About this course
Occupational therapy is a health and social care profession that supports people experiencing challenges in their health and wellbeing as a result of injury, illness, or disability. Occupational therapists work collaboratively with their clients using a person-centred approach, helping them to participate in the roles and activities they want to, despite any challenges they might face.
By combining theoretical knowledge with practical experience, St George's Occupational Therapy BSc course explores the concepts, principles and theories of occupational science, human development, anatomy, physiology and psychology. You will develop excellent communication skills and learn to work collaboratively with a range of clients, carers and communities to meet their goals.
Learning is hands-on and takes place initially in simulated environments, including our dedicated Art of Living Suite. Over the course of three years you will spend time on placement in and around London in a range of different settings; these may include acute trusts, community settings, schools, local authorities, social enterprises, charities and non-traditional placements.
Career prospects for occupational therapists are excellent, with opportunities for career progression within the NHS and other settings through professional practice and development into Senior Occupational Therapist and Advanced Practitioner roles, as well as progression into management, education and training or academic career pathways. Upon completion of the course you will be eligible to apply for registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), which will allow you to practice as an occupational therapist in the UK.
**Course highlights**
- Time spent on placement within a diverse range of settings such as acute and community hospitals, schools and forensics units.
- Specialist facilities include our dedicated Art of Living Suite with simulated kitchen and bathroom, which enable you to learn skills for practice within a safe environment.
- Accredited by the Health & Care Professionals Council (HCPC) and Royal College of Occupational Therapists.
**About St George’s, University of London**
Established in 1752, St George’s is the UK’s specialist health university and is dedicated to medical and health sciences education, training and research. We share our site with a major London teaching hospital, which is both on the clinical frontline for a diverse local community and a centre of excellence for specialist conditions. At St George's, you’ll study in a clinical setting with like-minded individuals working across a variety of healthcare professions.
Modules
By combining theoretical knowledge with practical experience, this course explores concepts, principles and theories of occupational science, human development, anatomy, physiology, and psychology to develop a strong foundation to practice as an Occupational Therapist. You will develop excellent communication skills and learn to work collaboratively with a range of clients, carers and communities to meet their goals.
Year one is primarily university-based, although you will complete your first practice placement. Collaborative inter-professional education, with other health care students, helps you develop invaluable communication and team-building skills and appreciate the roles of other professionals
In year two you will build on your understanding of theoretical concepts and learn skills to deliver Occupational Therapy with a variety of clients in a range of health and social care services, and with clients with learning disabilities or children. You will complete two practice placements, an opportunity to put theory into practice and develop your skills further.
A comprehensive research project in year three also puts your analytical skills to the test, and you will complete another practice placement where you will work with greater autonomy and competency.
You can find further information about the modules you can expect to study on this course on our website: https://www.sgul.ac.uk/study/courses/occupational-therapy#modules
Assessment methods
You can find information about assessment methods for this course on our website: https://www.sgul.ac.uk/study/courses/occupational-therapy#studying
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