BSc Occupational Therapy
About this course
The BSc (Hons) Occupational Therapy is an undergraduate degree in occupational therapy that prepares students for professional healthcare practice. Core topics include Data Analysis, Research Methods, Project Management, Critical & Analytical Thinking, and Ethics & Professional Practice. Accredited by the Royal College of Occupational Therapists and approved by the Health and Care Professions Council, the course incorporates over 1,000 hours of practical placement experience across diverse clinical and community settings. The first year establishes academic and professional foundations through modules such as Exploring Foundations for Practice, Exploring Professional Practice, Exploring Occupational Beings, and Exploring Research and Evidence-based Practice. Year two develops applied clinical capabilities and project delivery via Developing Professional Practice Skills, Developing Occupational Possibilities 1, Developing Research Skills, and Developing Global Occupational Therapy Perspectives. The final year focuses on advanced professional integration and leadership through Applied Occupational Therapy, Applied Research Skills, Future Leaders, and comprehensive clinical placement modules.
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Entry requirements
104-120 UCAS Tariff Points, You can find out more about the tariff and qualification options from the UCAS tariff table . Offers are tailored to the individual applicant and their circumstances and can be across the tariff range. Applicants who meet our contextual information criteria will be offered at the bottom of the range. GCSE English Language grade 4/C or above. Functional Skills Level 2 in English and Adult Literacy are also accepted. A full list of acceptable level 2 qualifications can be found here: Level 2 Acceptable Entry Requirements . FITNESS TO PRACTISE All offers of a place are subject to satisfactory health screening. Further information will be provided following acceptance of an offer (and no earlier than three months before the course start date). Please note that Professional Bodies, such as the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) and the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), have certain requirements regarding the health and good character status of applicants and students. Please read the NMC and HCPC information to find out more. For more information about core competencies and medical fitness to train please click here . In some instances, an applicant may be invited to attend a professional practice panel to discuss any recommended reasonable adjustments, and whether or not core professional competencies are achievable. For information about Medical Clearance and vaccination requirements click here . DISCLOSURE AND BARRING SERVICE CHECK If you accept an offer of a place we require you to comply with an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) background clearance check. Details on the policy can be found here . If you think you have a criminal conviction You will need to submit a Criminal Record Self Disclosure Form as part of the process For more information on this and the form itself, please refer to Self-disclosure of criminal record. GCSEs: GCSE English Language at C/4 or above. A-levels: BCC-BBB. T-levels: M All subjects are accepted however we recommend T level Healthcare Science or Health for entry to this course. Access to HE: 21 Credits at Distinction & 24 at Merit. Scottish Highers: BBBC - AABB. Irish LC Highers: A2x4. Other experience: BTEC Diploma in Health and Social Care D*D* Work experience or visiting at least two work places will greatly enhance your understanding of Occupational Therapy. This is preferred but not essential. Alternative routes: If don't think you'll meet the criteria for direct applica
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What students say
Based on about 8 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 94%
- Learning opportunities: 92%
- Assessment and feedback: 93%
- Academic support: 83%
- Organisation and management: 67%
- Learning resources: 89%
- Student voice: 92%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 20 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 90%
- Left higher education: 5%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 8 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 85%
Most common jobs
- Therapy professionals: 90%
- Leisure, travel and related personal service occupations: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 90%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 90%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 70%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 75 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 88%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 3%
- London: 1%
- South East: 1%
- Wales: 1%
- Scotland: 3%
- Northern Ireland: 3%
Who gets in
Based on about 30 students who started
- A levels: 40%
- Access course: 5%
- A degree: 25%
- Other HE qualification: 25%
- Other qualifications: 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.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Bronze for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Exploring Foundations for Practice
- Exploring Professional Practice
- Exploring Occupational Beings
- Exploring Occupational Engagement
- Exploring Research and Evidence-based Practice
- Practice-based Simulation Placement 1
- Occupational Therapy in Practice 1
- Developing Professional Practice Skills
- Developing Occupational Possibilities 1
- Developing Research Skills
- Developing Global Occupational Therapy Perspectives
- Developing Occupational Possibilities 2
- Occupational Therapy in Practice 2
- Applied Occupational Therapy
- Applied Research Skills
- Future Leaders
- Occupational Therapy in Practice 3
- Occupational Therapy in Practice 4
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Occupational Therapy at University of Cumbria earn?
The median salary is £28,500 after 15 months, £26,500 after 3 years, £31,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £28,500 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 BSc Occupational Therapy at University of Cumbria do next?
85% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2022-23).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Occupational Therapy at University of Cumbria?
94% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2024-25.
What grades do I need for BSc Occupational Therapy at University of Cumbria?
The typical offer is BCC at A level. The average entrant had 119 UCAS points.
Is BSc Occupational Therapy at University of Cumbria 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.
How many students continue on BSc Occupational Therapy at University of Cumbria?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.