BSc(Hons) Occupational Therapy: University of Brighton

Course details

Occupational therapy is the study of human activity within everyday work or leisure settings, with focus on enhancing function, or promoting health and wellbeing for all. It is a rewarding profession for those who would like to work with people and enhance the quality of life of others.

This part-time course provides students with an opportunity to qualify as occupational therapists. It is particularly designed for people already working in health and social care, but a few places are available each year for those from other backgrounds.

Career and progression opportunities

There continues to be a demand for qualified occupational therapists in both health and social care, and increasingly in the third sector. Occupational therapists work in a wide range of settings from hospitals, community rehabilitation, and mental health, through to health promotion.

Entry requirements

• For non-native speakers of English: IELTS 7.0 overall, with no element below 6.5.
• Degree and/or experience: Knowledge and understanding of occupational therapy. Recent study to at least A-level standard with a minimum qualification of one A-level. Other equivalent qualifications might be an accredited Access certificate, or a National Vocational Qualification at level 3 or above (relevant experience will be taken into consideration in the selection process).