Occupational Therapy at Cardiff University - UCAS

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Course summary

This course, for practicing occupational therapists, aims to develop your knowledge and essential skills to help you progress your career. Join a School ranked 1st in the UK for Occupational Therapy (BSc) by the Complete University Guide 2021. Our programme has close links with the College of Occupational Therapists which means that your learning is both current and relevant. It provides a sound grounding in the theory and occupation-focused practice whilst also building on your critical thinking and problem-solving skills. You will develop the knowledge required to approach your practice innovatively, apply research and evidence to shape current and future practice in your home country and beyond. This is a flexible course that allows you to tailor your own professional development to suit your needs, through a range of occupational therapy and interprofessional modules such as developing your skills in patient safety or transforming care systems and services through leadership. You will also cover core areas such as Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy Theory and Application. Your learning will be supported by experienced researchers and academics who are experts in their field. You will be designated a personal tutor who will support you throughout your studies. In addition, you will be learning alongside a globally diverse group who are studying at various points in their career, sharing knowledge and gaining understanding of Occupational Therapy practice across the world. Be part of something life-changing and take on a new challenge today.


Entry requirements

The programme is for qualified occupational therapists. To be admitted to the course, students must be in possession of either: A BSc honours degree in Occupational Therapy (with or without post registration clinical experience) awarded a 2.2 or higher (or equivalent). OR A Diploma in Occupational Therapy, plus two years' practice experience. Applications are judged on a ‘personal statement’ where a judgement is made on your suitability for the programme. You must address the following points in your personal statement, this list is not exhaustive: Why have you selected this programme? What interests you about this programme? Any relevant experience related to the programme or module content. How you plan to use the qualification in your career. How you and your profession will benefit from your studies. Why you feel you should be given a place on the programme. For further information regarding entry requirements, please visit the course page on our website: https://www.cardiff.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/taught/courses/course/occupational-therapy-msc https://www.cardiff.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/taught/courses/course/occupational-therapy-msc-part-time


Fees and funding

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For tuition fee information, please visit our website: https://www.cardiff.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/taught/courses/course/occupational-therapy-msc-part-time
Occupational Therapy at Cardiff University - UCAS