BSc (Hons) Occupational Therapy

The BSc (Hons) Occupational Therapy course at Bournemouth University presents students an opportunity to gain knowledge and skills pertaining to occupational health and wellbeing. By adopting a comprehensive and balanced approach, the course aims to instil the requisite practical skills to become a competent occupational therapist.Course Content: The curriculum has been designed in an integrated format to enable students to master the essential aspects of occupational therapy. The course covers a wide range of subjects including theoretical perspectives of occupational performance, clinical reasoning in occupation therapy, professional development and more. It includes practice-based learning placements, fostering the development of practical skills.Key Modules: Depending on the year of study, the course modules may vary. However, key modules studied during the course include Occupational Therapy Process and Practice, Functional Anatomy & Human Movement, Evidence for Practice, Contemporary Occupational Therapy, and Occupational Therapy in Specialist Practice.Accreditations: This course is fully accredited by the Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT) and also approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). As a result, students completing the course will be eligible to apply for registration with the HCPC.Future Careers: Graduates of this course can look forward to a range of diverse job opportunities. This can include working in various fields such as the NHS, social services, charities, schools, prisons, and more. Moreover, they may also find jobs in areas such as ergonomics, working in industry, or even setting up their own private practice.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.