Canterbury Christ Church University

BSc Occupational Therapy

Canterbury Christ Church University

Course overview

The Canterbury Christ Church University BSc Occupational Therapy course aims to train skilled occupational therapists who can create solutions for everyday challenges faced by individuals or groups. Successful graduates can apply for registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), enabling them to work professionally. The programme focuses on helping people and communities participate in daily activities and promotes fairness in accessing occupations.

The course combines different teaching methods, online lectures with face-to-face seminars, group work, and practical workshops. Students' progress is measured through essays, reports, case studies, presentations, reflective pieces, online tests, and portfolios. It is also important to note that students need to demonstrate practical competencies to pass placements, which are essential for qualification.

Entry requirements

Candidates need to submit a personal statement discussing their reasons for applying for the course and other relevant information regarding their studies. A relevant academic and/or employer reference is also required. Students have the option to upload their CVs to show their work experience.

Grade Requirements: 

  • Applicants typically need A-Levels (BBC), BTEC (DMM), Access to Higher Education Diploma (15 Distinctions and 30 Merits), or 29 points from the International Baccalaureate. 
  • Additionally, A-level equivalent international qualifications are also accepted by the university.

English Proficiency: 

  • Candidates from non-English speaking backgrounds need an IELTS score of 7.0 overall, with no less than 6.5 in each component.
  • The university also accepts equivalent English language test scores, like PTE and TOEFL.

Scholarships

  • Academic Excellence Scholarship

    You will receive £2,000.

    Up to £2,000

  • International Student Scholarship

    You will gain a reduction of £1,500 from your fees for each year of full-time study.

    Up to £1,500

  • Partner Schools Award

    You will receive up to £1,500 over three years.

    Up to £1,500

  • Sanctuary Scholarship

    Tuition fee support: you will be offered a tuition fee waiver until you are awarded status that entitles you to access statutory student support. This does not cover repeat years of study.

Career opportunities

Potential career paths for graduates of this course include:

  • NHS Occupational Therapist
  • Private Practice Occupational Therapist
  • Community Occupational Therapist
  • Paediatric Occupational Therapist
  • Rehabilitation Specialist
  • Clinical Researcher in OT

Cost of study

For international students studying the Canterbury Christ Church University BSc Occupational Therapy course, the fee is £15,500 per year.

Admission

Applications for the BSc Occupational Therapy at Canterbury Christ Church University are made through UCAS. Please speak to our experienced advisors for help.

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