BSc Occupational Therapy
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Occupational Therapy, a professional programme accredited by the Royal College of Occupational Therapists and the World Federation of Occupational Therapists. Core topics include Research Methods, Communication & Writing, Ethics & Professional Practice, and Human Behaviour. Students complete practice placements across settings including hospitals, schools, and charities, with placements increasing in duration and responsibility from six to eight weeks across the three years. The course is studied alongside students from other healthcare professions, and a final-year research project is completed under supervisory guidance.
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Entry requirements
BBB-BBC at A Level, including one of the following A Levels: Biology, Human Biology or Psychology but excluding General Studies. If you are studying Science A Level, the endorsement for practical work is essential and a requirement for entry to our degree course. DDM-DMM in BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care or Applied Science. 120-112 UCAS tariff points from a combination of Level 3 qualifications, excluding General Studies, and including one of the following: A Level Biology, Human Biology or Psychology, BTEC Subsidiary Diploma/National Extended Certificate/Diploma in Health and Social Care, Medical Science or Applied Science. If you are studying Science A Level, the endorsement for practical work is essential and a requirement for entry to our degree course. NCFE CACHE Technical Level 3 Extended Diploma/Level 3 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care at Grade B. Pass a relevant Access to Higher Education Diploma with 45 Level 3 credits, 30 at Distinction and 15 at Merit. The course must contain 18 credits in a Biological Science. Merit at T Level in Health or Healthcare Science. 120-112 UCAS tariff points from International Baccalaureate qualifications including Biology at Higher Level at grade 6.
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What students say
Based on about 24 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 94%
- Learning opportunities: 94%
- Assessment and feedback: 95%
- Academic support: 98%
- Organisation and management: 80%
- Learning resources: 87%
- Student voice: 87%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 45 students who started
- Continued on course: 90%
- Left higher education: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 11 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 75%
- Unemployed: 15%
Most common jobs
- Therapy professionals: 90%
- Elementary occupations: 5%
- Welfare and housing associate professionals: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 90%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 85%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 90%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 70 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 2%
- North West: 10%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 75%
- West Midlands: 3%
- London: 5%
- South East: 2%
- Northern Ireland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 35 students who started
- A levels: 70%
- Access course: 15%
- A degree: 5%
- Other HE qualification: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by the Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT) for the purpose of ensuring graduates are fit for the profession.
- Approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) for the purpose of providing eligibility to apply for registration with the HCPC as an occupational therapist.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- Professional Inquiry for Knowledge Generation and Dissemination (Occupational Therapy)
- Contemporary Occupational Therapy
- Practice Based Experience 3
- Transitioning into Practice
- Widening Occupational Therapy Practice
- Foundations of Professional Inquiry and Development (Occupational Therapy)
- Contexualising Occupational Therapy
- Factors Affecting Occupational Performance and Participation
- Health and Performance Skills for Occupation
- Practice Based Experience 1
- Principles Underpinning Occupational Therapy Practice
- Application of Professional Inquiry skills (Occupational Therapy)
- Enhancing Occupational Participation for Individuals
- Practice Based Experience 2A
- Practice Based Experience 2B
- Utilising Group Work to Enhance the Occupational Participation of Individuals
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Occupational Therapy at University of Huddersfield earn?
The median salary is £31,000 after 15 months, £19,500 after 3 years, £22,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £16,500 and £29,000. The £22,500 median after five years is £7,000 less than the UK median for Counselling, psychotherapy and occupational therapy.
What do graduates of BSc Occupational Therapy at University of Huddersfield do next?
75% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Occupational Therapy at University of Huddersfield?
94% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Occupational Therapy at University of Huddersfield?
The typical offer is BBB at A level. The average entrant had 123 UCAS points.
Is BSc Occupational Therapy at University of Huddersfield accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT) for the purpose of ensuring graduates are fit for the profession. Approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) for the purpose of providing eligibility to apply for registration with the HCPC as an occupational therapist.
How many students continue on BSc Occupational Therapy at University of Huddersfield?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.