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Occupational Therapy - BSc at Keele University - UCAS

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Keele University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

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Course summary

Occupational Therapists help people of all ages to develop, recover, or maintain the skills they need for daily living and working. Our accredited and approved Occupational Therapy BSc combines innovative teaching, hands-on practice-based experience, and cutting-edge facilities to prepare you for a dynamic role in this rapidly evolving profession. Our supportive learning environment and focus on the contribution that meaningful occupation has to the physical and mental health and wellbeing of individuals will empower you to become a confident, compassionate occupational therapist ready to make a difference. Why choose this course?

  • Accredited by the Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT), approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and the World Federation of Occupational Therapists (WFOT)
  • Specialist facilities including a purpose-built Activities of Daily Living (ADL) suite and multi-purpose workshop.
  • Complete 1000 hours of hands-on practice-based learning in diverse settings.
  • Combined learning opportunities within the university and in practice support the development of your confidence, self-efficacy, resilience and adaptability.
  • Eligible students can apply for a non-repayable £5,000 NHS grant per academic year
The Occupational Therapy programme is designed to give you the skills, knowledge, and professional identity needed to thrive in this rewarding and evolving field. Occupational Therapy is all about helping people improve their health and wellbeing by participating in their meaningful occupations and activities of daily life. This course focuses on how important these activities are for both physical and mental health, preparing you to make a real difference in the lives of individuals and communities. Our curriculum is based on the latest research and reflects current practices in the UK and internationally, ensuring you’re ready for the demands of today’s job market. You’ll benefit from a variety of hands-on learning experiences in different settings, including the NHS, private healthcare, and community organisations, so you’re well-prepared for your future career. About Keele Keele University was established in 1949 by the former Vice-Chancellor of Oxford University. Founded to meet the needs of a changing world, Keele has always had a pioneering vision to be a different kind of university. We excel in both teaching and research, with some of the most satisfied students in England, and research that is changing lives for the better at a regional, national and global level. Our beautiful 600-acre campus is one of the biggest in Britain – but all the most important services and facilities are on your doorstep, with accommodation, teaching spaces, facilities including a medical centre, sports centre and pharmacy, and a range of shops, eateries and entertainment venues – including the Students’ Union – clustered around the centre.

How to apply

14Jan

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
B920
Institution code:
K12
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course

https://www.keele.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/undergraduatecourses/occupationaltherapy/#entry-reqs

Additional entry requirements

Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)

A satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check (Enhanced plus Barring Lists) will be required for successful candidates.

Health checks

A satisfactory health check will be required for successful candidates.

Interview

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview. This can be either in person or remotely, as appropriate.

Student Outcomes

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45%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
85%
Go onto work and study

The number of student respondents and response rates can be important in interpreting the data – it is important to note your experience may be different from theirs. This data will be based on the subject area rather than the specific course. Read more about this data on the Discover Uni website.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

No fee information has been provided for this course

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

Please note, our fees for 2026 entry will be available soon. Although we review our fees annually and these may change, our 2025 entry fees are detailed on our course pages, and a summary is available on our website: keele.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/tuitionfeesandfunding/undergraduatetuitionfees/
Occupational Therapy - BSc at Keele University - UCAS