Occupational Therapy
About this course
MOccTh (Hons) in Occupational Therapy BSc (Hons). Core topics include clinical skills, research methods, human behaviour, ethics and professional practice, and entrepreneurship. The programme includes three practice placements and interprofessional learning modules across all years. Students undertake a research dissertation in the final year.
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Entry requirements
GCSE: Achieved 3 GCSEs grade C/4 or above to include Mathematics, English, and Science. We can consider Functional Skills Level 2 in Numeracy in place of GCSE Maths. A level: 136 points, including a minimum of 2 A levels. International Baccalaureate: 34 points overall. Access to HE Diploma: Preferably in Science/Health. Pass Access with at least 45 credits at level 3, 30 at distinction and a further 15 credits at L3 must be at Merit level. T level: Distinction overall in Health or Science Pathway. BTEC: DDD in Science, Health or Social Science is preferable. Other qualifications: Equivalent qualifications may be considered, such as relevant Open University courses (e.g. SK299 Human Biology) if other academic points requirements are met, but not in an appropriate subject. Applications from recent graduates: Applications are welcome from graduates who have successfully completed a degree, have normally studied within the last 5 years, and hold (or will hold) a minimum of a 2:1 classification in a relevant area. Applicants who have not completed their studies in the English language: I ELTS: 7.0 overall with 6.5 in all elements. For a full list of all acceptable qualifications please refer to our tariff glossary . Further information: Further information Enhancing your application Deferred entry: Unfortunately, we cannot permit deferred entry. However, if you have a query please refer to an experienced admissions administrator who will be able to explain the UCAS application process in more detail admissions@plymouth.ac.uk .
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What students say
Based on about 11 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 95%
- Learning opportunities: 84%
- Assessment and feedback: 94%
- Academic support: 96%
- Organisation and management: 93%
- Learning resources: 90%
- Student voice: 76%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 100%
What graduates do next
Based on about 10 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 70%
- Working and studying: 10%
- Unemployed: 20%
Most common jobs
- Therapy professionals: 95%
- Health associate professionals: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 100%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 100%
- 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
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 1%
- East Midlands: 3%
- West Midlands: 4%
- East of England: 3%
- London: 4%
- South West: 79%
- Wales: 3%
- Northern Ireland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 70%
- A degree: 20%
- Other HE qualification: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- 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.
- Accredited by the Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT) for the purpose of ensuring graduates are fit for the profession.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- Practice Placement 1
- Preparation for Practice
- Interprofessional Learning 1
- Contributory Sciences for Occupational Therapy
- Foundations for Occupational Therapy
- Occupation in Action: Theory in Practice
- Occupation and Community Engagement
- Practice Placement 2
- Relevance of Evidence to Practice
- Interprofessional Learning 2
- Enabling Occupation in Older Adulthood
- Enabling Occupation in Adulthood
- Enabling Occupation in Childhood and Adolescence
- Emerging OT: Perspectives, Pathways and Potential
- Occupational Studies: The Innovative Practitioner
- Occupational Studies: The Contemporary Practitioner
- Practice Placement 3
- Occupational Studies: Occupation for Promoting Health and Wellness of Communities
- Inter-professional Working in Health and Social Care
- Project Design for Research
- Interprofessional Learning 3
- Investigating Trends in Occupational Therapy Practice
- Enhanced Professional Reasoning
- Research Dissertation
- Contemporary Leadership
- International Perspectives and Practice Requirements for Health and Social Care Practitioners
- Innovation in Healthcare
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of Occupational Therapy at University of Plymouth earn?
The median salary is £30,000 after 15 months, £26,000 after 3 years, £31,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £24,000 and £34,000. The £31,000 median after five years is £1,500 more than the UK median for Counselling, psychotherapy and occupational therapy.
What do graduates of Occupational Therapy at University of Plymouth do next?
75% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on Occupational Therapy at University of Plymouth?
95% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for Occupational Therapy at University of Plymouth?
The typical offer is 34 points in the IB. The average entrant had 147 UCAS points.
Is Occupational Therapy at University of Plymouth accredited?
Yes. 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. Accredited by the Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT) for the purpose of ensuring graduates are fit for the profession.
How many students continue on Occupational Therapy at University of Plymouth?
100% of students continued into their second year, and 0% left higher education.