Occupational Therapy (with Foundation Year)
University of East LondonCourse Overview
What is occupational therapy? Occupational therapy is a challenging and rewarding health career. Occupational therapists work with people of all ages, helping them to develop, recover or maintain their daily living and working skills. Our comprehensive occupational therapy degree programme is designed to prepare you for a successful career in this dynamic healthcare field, combining theoretical knowledge with extensive practical experience. Work with people who may have physical, cognitive or mental impairments and help improve independence and quality of life. Gain hands-on experience in placements at prestigious healthcare providers including Barts Health NHS Trust, Barking Havering & Redbridge University Hospitals Trust, Lewisham & Greenwich NHS Trust, North East London NHS Foundation Trust and East London NHS Foundation Trust. Learn in our Hospital & Primary Care Training Hub. This immersive environment mimics the professional world, from A&E wards and critical care to a simulated home, which will help you prepare for a career as an occupational therapist.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 7 | 6.5 | 6.5 | 6.5 | 6.5 |
| PTE Academic | 64 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
Home Student Fee
£9,790
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — University of East London
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £29,500 | £31,000 | £32,500 |
| 3 years | £18,500 | £25,000 | £32,000 |
| 5 years | £19,500 | £29,500 | £38,500 |
UK subject average: £28,500 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
Salary trend: ↑ up £4,500 from year 3 to year 5
Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH02-06-07 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
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Student Satisfaction
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About University of East London
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