BSc (Hons) Occupational Therapy in Nottingham United Kingdom | Nottingham Trent University

This course focuses on Occupational Therapy, which empowers individuals to lead fulfilling, autonomous lives by assisting them in pursuing meaningful activities. Occupational Therapists operate in diverse environments including hospitals, schools, workplaces, prisons, and care facilities, helping people overcome obstacles to achieve personal goals.Our comprehensive program provides a well-rounded education, offering numerous career possibilities both in the UK and internationally.At NTU, we've designed specialized learning spaces to prepare you for your future career, featuring facilities like a therapeutic kitchen, domestic suite, hospital simulation wards, consultation rooms, VR technology, and outdoor teaching areas in green spaces.Professional RecognitionThis program holds accreditation from the Royal College of Occupational Therapists and approval from the Health and Care Professions Council.Teaching ApproachOur teaching methodology emphasizes collaboration and idea exchange.We foster curiosity, creativity, and resourcefulness while encouraging students to explore new opportunities and engage in peer discussions. You'll join an interdisciplinary department alongside Nursing, Paramedicine, and Public Health students, offering valuable cross-professional perspectives. The curriculum was developed in partnership with service users, practicing Occupational Therapists, and students from related programs.Assessment MethodsEvaluation includes:Written assignmentsReflective journalsClinical skills assessments (OSCEs)Oral presentationsAcademic postersExaminations with multiple-choice and short-answer questionsProfessional dialoguesTeam-based activitiesCareer ProspectsGraduates qualify for registration with the Health and Care Professions Council as certified Occupational Therapists.This profession offers diverse opportunities to work with individuals, groups, and communities across public, private, and voluntary sectors. Our program establishes strong connections with NHS Trusts, educational institutions, and private organizations in the East Midlands.Through four practical placements, including innovative role-emerging opportunities in new healthcare areas, you'll gain hands-on experience to build confidence, expertise, and professional identity as an Occupational Therapist.