Teesside University
UCAS Code: B920 | Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Entry requirements
112-128 UCAS tariff points required from a maximum of 3 A levels, preferably biology and excluding general studies.
Pass QAA recognised Access course preferably in a science or health subject including 18 graded Level 3 credits at distinction and 27 graded Level 3 credits at merit. We can accept Level 2 Access units in communication and maths in place of English and maths GCSEs. Satisfactory reference, enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, completed work based risk assessment and evidence of academic study within the past 3 years is also required.
112-128 UCAS tariff points from five subjects at Irish highers/honours level, preferably including biology.
112 UCAS tariff points from Diploma or from Diploma plus one A level or equivalent, preferably Biology; Grade DD*.
136 UCAS tariff points from three Scottish Advanced Highers, preferably including biology.
123 UCAS tariff points from 4 or 5 Highers, preferably including biology.
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About this course
**Course overview**: An occupational therapist (OT) supports people experiencing illness or disability to facilitate recovery and overcome barriers, enabling them to do the daily activities they need or want to do to improve their function, independence and quality of life. An OT works with adults and children of all ages with a diverse range of physical and mental health conditions in settings including health and social care organisations (hospitals and the community), education, charities and private practice.
The course is accredited by the Health and Care Professions Council and the Royal College of Occupational Therapists. This offers you a wider range of future working opportunities in the countries affiliated to the World Federation of Occupational Therapists. It also enables students from the Republic of Ireland to work in Eire.
Technology is integral to your learning, ensuring you are future-ready. Our on-campus facilities offer you the opportunity to develop and practice your skills within a simulated area, and a four-bed ward that mirrors the real practice environment. Other facilities include creative, art and pottery areas for you to gain group work and activity analysis skills.
The course has been written with the involvement of service users and carers lived experiences which ensures your learning remains relevant to the ever-changing landscape of professional practice. Modules include traditional health and social care employability, and private practice and entrepreneurship.
On successful completion of the course, you will be eligible to apply for registration as an occupational therapist with the Health and Care Professions Council. Our pre-registration occupational therapy provision has been accredited by the Royal College of Occupational Therapists.
Please note 100% attendance is expected during this course.
**Top reasons to study this course**
1. Industry-standard facilities: our OT facilities mirror aspects of clinical practice environments including creative group work rooms, a four-bed hospital ward and a simulated home.
2. Experienced teaching team: our teaching team has over 60 years academic experience and knowledge in a wide range of clinical practice.
3. Financial support: study this course and you may be eligible for a £5,000 maintenance grant each year from the NHS Business Service Authority. Visit our course page to find out more.
**After the course**: Registered occupational therapists practise in the UK and overseas, in all areas of health and social care. You will work closely with other professionals such as doctors, physiotherapists, speech and language therapists, social workers, psychologists and nurses. Alternatively you may choose a career in a charity or any other emerging areas of practice. Occupational therapists also work in private practice, research and education.
Modules
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Assessment methods
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Teesside University Middlesbrough Campus
Nursing, Midwifery and Health Professions
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