Occupational Therapy BSc BSc (Hons)

St George's, University of London

Occupational therapy is a health and social care profession that supports people experiencing challenges in their health and wellbeing as a result of injury, illness, or disability. Occupational therapists work collaboratively with their clients using a person-centred approach, helping them to participate in the roles and activities they want to, despite any challenges they might face.

By combining theoretical knowledge with practical experience, St George's Occupational Therapy BSc course explores the concepts, principles and theories of occupational science, human development, anatomy, physiology and psychology. You will develop excellent communication skills and learn to work collaboratively with a range of clients, carers and communities to meet their goals.

Learning is hands-on and takes place initially in simulated environments, including our dedicated Art of Living Suite. You'll also deepen your knowledge of the human body and how it works through practical sessions in our anatomy and dissection rooms. Over the course of three years you will spend 1,000 hours (approximately one-third of the programme) on placement in and around London in a range of different settings. These may include acute trusts, community settings, schools, local authorities, social enterprises, charities and non-traditional placements.

Career prospects for occupational therapists are excellent, with opportunities for career progression within the NHS and other settings through professional practice and development into Senior Occupational Therapist and Advanced Practitioner roles, as well as progression into management, education and training or academic career pathways. Upon completion of the course you will be eligible to apply for registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), which will allow you to practice as an occupational therapist in the UK.

This degree is awarded by St George’s, University of London and is run by the Centre for Allied Health (Education) in the Faculty of Health, Social Care and Education, a partnership between St George’s, University of London and Kingston University London.

Course highlights

• 1,000 hours are spent on placement within a diverse range of settings such as acute and community hospitals, schools and forensics units.

• Cutting-edge facilities include our dedicated Art of Living Suite with simulated kitchen and bathroom, which enable you to learn skills for practice within a safe environment, as well as our pathology museum, anatomy and dissection rooms.

• Accredited by the Health & Care Professionals Council (HCPC) and Royal College of Occupational Therapists.

About St George’s, University of London

Established in 1752, St George’s is the UK’s specialist health university and is dedicated to medical and health sciences education, training and research. We share our site with a major London teaching hospital, which is both on the clinical frontline for a diverse local community and a centre of excellence for specialist conditions. At St George's, you’ll study in a clinical setting with like-minded individuals working across a variety of healthcare professions.