Occupational Therapy - BSc(Hons)

Program Overview

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The BSc(Hons) Occupational Therapy program at UWE Bristol prepares students to become occupational therapists, focusing on the connection between occupation and well-being. The program emphasizes client-centered and evidence-based practice, with extensive practice placements and specialist facilities. Graduates are in high demand in various healthcare settings, including NHS Trusts and local authority social services.

Program Outline

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Degree Overview:

This BSc(Hons) Occupational Therapy program at UWE Bristol focuses on helping individuals regain their independence and health through occupation-based therapy. The program emphasizes the connection between occupation and well-being, equipping students with the knowledge and skills to become occupational therapists.

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Key objectives:

• Understand the relationship between occupation and well-being.
• Develop the skills, knowledge, and critical thinking necessary for occupational therapy practice.
• Apply occupational therapy principles in various settings.
• Collaborate effectively with clients, families, and other healthcare professionals.
• Conduct ethical and evidence-based practice.

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Program description:

• Accreditation: Approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and the Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT).
• Duration: Three years (full-time).
• Delivery: Campus-based learning with extensive practice placements.
• Features:
• Focus on the client-centered approach and evidence-based practice.
• Strong links with NHS trusts and health and social care employers in the South West.
• 1,000 hours of practice placements, providing practical experience.
• Specialist facilities like an occupational therapy resource centre and inter-professional skills and simulation center.
• Award-winning careers service offering support and guidance.

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Outline:

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Year 1:

• Human Occupation, Health and Well-being
• Fundamentals of Human Anatomy and Physiology
• Foundations of Professional Practice for Occupational Therapy
• Aspects of Human Performance

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Year 2:

• Occupational Therapy and Physical Challenges
• Occupational Therapy and Psychosocial Challenges
• Professional Practice for Occupational Therapy
• Occupational Therapy and Complex Needs
• Informing Practice Through Research and Inquiry
• Occupational Therapy Skills and Strategies for Practice

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Year 3:

• Professional Practice for Occupational Therapy
• Professional Reflexivity in Practice
• Healthy Futures
• Research and Evidence in Practice
• Promoting Occupation and Leadership in Evolving Practice
• Leadership Skills in Context

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Assessment:

• Written assignments
• Professional practice placement assessment
• Oral and poster presentations
• Online exam
• Structured Oral and Practical Examination (SOPE)

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Teaching:

• Mixture of lectures, workshops, case scenarios, practicals, and practice placements.
• Inter-professional learning opportunities.
• Taught by qualified occupational therapists with research and clinical experience.
• Emphasis on developing clinical reasoning, professional skills, and communication abilities.

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Careers:

• Occupational therapists are in high demand across the UK.
• Potential career paths include:
• NHS Trusts
• Local authority social services
• Housing departments
• Independent and third sector organizations
• Education
• Research
• Most graduates are in work or further study within six months of graduating.

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Other:

• Students can join the award-winning Occupational Therapy Society at UWE Bristol.
• International volunteering opportunities are available.
• A £5,000 per year training grant is available for home students.

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Full time course

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Fees

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Amount (£)

Home Annual (Per Year) Fee 9250 Home Module Fee (15 Credit) 1156 International Annual (Per Year) Fee 15850 International Module Fee (15 Credit) 1981 Offshore Annual (Per Year) Fee 9250 Offshore Module Fee (15 Credit) 1156

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Indicative Additional Costs

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Fees

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Amount (£)

Home - Additional Course Costs Indicative Maximum Cost Per year 550 International - Additional Course Costs Indicative Maximum Cost Per year 550 30 Additional costs are for items you could need during your studies that aren't covered by the standard tuition fee. These could be materials, textbooks, travel, clothing, software or printing. Learn more about costs. A £5,000 per year training grant is available for home students.