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Transform lives by supporting individuals facing health and social challenges. You'll empower clients to participate in meaningful activities that enhance their wellbeing. This program blends classroom instruction, group projects, and 1,000 hours of hands-on training across diverse healthcare environments, testing your critical thinking and practical abilities.Throughout your studies, you will:Master techniques for conducting occupational therapy evaluationsDesign personalized interventions to improve clients' daily livingAcquire essential interpersonal skills for effective communicationBuild trusting therapeutic relationships with those you assistBecome part of a research-focused community in therapeutic and rehabilitation sciencesRecognized by the Royal College of Occupational Therapists and endorsed by the World Federation of Occupational Therapists, this program meets rigorous professional standards.Learning ApproachUniversity education demands significant independent work, including research, reading, and assignment preparation. The modular course structure helps organize your study schedule. Beyond scheduled classes, comprehensive support services are available, including subject-specialist librarians and personalized academic advising.Career OpportunitiesDemand for certified occupational therapists continues to grow. Graduates can pursue roles in NHS hospitals, community services, social care, private practice, or charitable organizations. Career paths include mental health specialist positions or occupational therapy research roles.
UCAS Tariff Points: 120 points required, GCSEs - GCSE English Language, Maths and Science at Grade 4 or above (Grade C for GCSEs taken before 2017) or equivalent. Key Skills Level 2, Functional Skills Level 2 and the Certificate in Adult Literacy and Adult Numeracy are accepted in place of GCSEs, Access to HE Diploma - Pass overall with a minimum of 120 UCAS tariff points to include 15 distinctions in a scientific subject, T Levels - Pass overall with a minimum of 120 UCAS tariff points, including a C or above on the core, in a relevant subject, Scottish Awards - 120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 5 Highers of which at least 2 must be grade B or above to include at least 40 points in scientific subjects, Irish Leaving Certificate - 120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 5 subjects at higher level of which at least 3 must be grade H3 or above to include at least 40 points in scientific subjects, International baccalaureate - 120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 3 Highers of which at least 2 must be grade H5 or above to include at least 40 points in a scientific subjects. IELTS 7.0 with no skills below 6.5, or an equivalent qualification, TOEFL iBT total of 79 to 89 Minimum for Reading (18), Listening (17), Speaking (20) and Writing (17).