BSc Occupational Therapy
About this course
BSc (Hons) Occupational Therapy is an occupational therapy degree focused on health, rehabilitation, and clinical practice. Core topics include Communication & Writing, Ethics & Professional Practice. Students undertake multiple practice placements in real clinical settings and complete a research project to prepare for professional registration. The first year covers foundational concepts through Human Function Through Occupation, Foundations in Research, and Practice Placement 1. The second year progresses to address health disparities and therapeutic interventions through Overcoming Occupational Barriers through Intervention, Complexity in Practice, and Practice Placement 2. The final year focuses on leadership, complex interventions, and independent study through Evaluating Complex Practice, Research for Practice, and Practice Placement 3.
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Entry requirements
To be eligible for this course and bursary under the NHS Wales Bursary Scheme Terms and Conditions , you must be a UK National or Irish National or have been granted Indefinite Leave to Remain in the UK or Ireland. Overseas applicants without settlement status are not eligible for this course. Applications for part-time study will open for January 2027 entry on Monday 1st June 2026. The academic requirements for the course are 96-112 UCAS tariff points at GCE A-level or equivalent. Maths and English/Welsh (First Language) GCSE (at grade C/grade 4 or above) or equivalent are also required. Applications are welcomed from people who can present evidence of relevant life/work experience. In addition, applicants are expected to demonstrate some insight into the role of occupational therapy. Applications are considered individually and on merit, however, you must have: Recent (last 5 years) A Level or equivalent study (BTEC, Access Course in a relevant subject). If you are a school leaver you need a minimum of 112 UCAS tariff points at GCE A Level or equivalent. Experience in a range of health/social care/third sector settings whether in a voluntary or paid role. Preferably experience with an Occupational Therapist either via shadowing or attendance at Trust taster days or similar careers events. All post-interview offers of a place on this degree, are conditional to the completion of a Disclosure and Barring Service (DB S) clearance . In addition, any acceptance onto the course is subject to Occupational Health Clearance. Entry onto the programmes falls at different times of the academic year. Entry to the 3-year full-time programme is in September and entry onto the 4-year part-time programme is in January.
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What students say
Based on about 18 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 91%
- Learning opportunities: 86%
- Assessment and feedback: 84%
- Academic support: 84%
- Organisation and management: 95%
- Learning resources: 82%
- Student voice: 88%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 25 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 85%
- Left higher education: 10%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 10 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 90%
Most common jobs
- Therapy professionals: 85%
- Welfare and housing 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 20 graduates, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- North West: 20%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 5%
- West Midlands: 15%
- South West: 5%
- Wales: 60%
Who gets in
Based on about 25 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 35%
- Access course: 5%
- A degree: 35%
- Other HE qualification: 20%
- Other qualifications: 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.
Modules
- Foundations in Professional Practice 1
- Foundations in Research
- Human Function Through Occupation
- Foundations in Professional Practice 2
- Practice Placement 1
- Developing in Professional Practice
- Evidence in Practice
- Overcoming Occupational Barriers through Intervention
- Complexity in Practice
- Practice Placement 2
- Transition into Professional Practice
- Research for Practice
- Evaluating Complex Practice
- Practice Placement 3
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Occupational Therapy at Wrexham University earn?
The median salary is £28,500 after 15 months, £24,000 after 3 years, £30,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £21,000 and £34,500. The £30,000 median after five years is £500 more than the UK median for Counselling, psychotherapy and occupational therapy.
What do graduates of BSc Occupational Therapy at Wrexham University do next?
90% 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 Wrexham University?
91% 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 Wrexham University?
The average entrant had 131 UCAS points.
Is BSc Occupational Therapy at Wrexham University 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 Wrexham University?
85% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.