London South Bank University

Occupational Therapy Integrated Degree Apprenticeship - BSc (Hons)

London South Bank UniversitySouthwark Campus, United Kingdom

Course overview

Please note: The Register Your Interest form is not an application. Completing it does not submit an application. To apply, you must have confirmation of an employment offer in an apprentice role related to the apprenticeship standard.

Any applications submitted without this confirmation will be automatically rejected. If you meet the entry requirements, you are welcome to submit an application via our portal. Occupational therapy is a unique career where you can enable people to improve their health and wellbeing and enjoy higher quality of life through preventing and overcoming barriers to participation in the everyday activities they value.

This rewarding profession will teach to you to support your clients in gaining back their independence. The Apprenticeship programme will provide you with an understanding of the science and artistry of occupational therapy. Develop the unique skillset needed to be a successful occupational therapist, including leading activity-based therapy, rehabilitation, communication skills and more.

Plus, gain experience and expertise on a variety of practice placements outside the university and in our specialist Occupational Therapy Labs and their simulated living spaces and artistic intervention tools.

Why study

Occupational Therapy at LSBU? poll Ranked 1st amongst London competitors for Graduate Prospects and Overall Score in Occupational Therapy (Complete University Guide 2023). teacher Our Occupational therapy course is delivered through a hybrid learning approach, using a wide variety of teaching and assessment methods to tailor for diverse learning needs. check-circle Professional accreditation: we’re accredited by the Royal College of Occupational Therapists link Professional links: this course can enable you to become a registered occupational therapist, approved by the Health and Care Professions Council. medkit Work placements across a variety of clinical settings, such as NHS acute Trusts, community placements and the independent sector. rocket LSBU Health and Social Care graduates are the second highest paid amongst all London Modern university graduates, and the sixth highest in the UK one year after graduating (DfE LEO data 2022). Student Story “The tutors are very kind, and I received a lot of support from my personal tutor and Disability and Dyslexia Service. The range of experience both at university and on the placements has been valuable and I have learnt so much about myself.” Mode Duration Start date Application code Application method Part-time Up to 48 Months Practical Period & 1 Months EPA (49 months) September 5810 Direct to LSBU Watch our video to see how you can make yourself at home studying at LSBU.

Location Southwark Campus London South Bank University student union is located at 103 Borough Rd, London SE1 0AA. If you are visiting our Southwark Campus, you may wish to use our downloadable campus map (PNG File 466 KB). For information on accessibility, see our DisabledGo access guides.

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Key highlights

  • Accredited by the Royal College of Occupational Therapists
  • Leads to HCPC registration as an occupational therapist
  • Placements in NHS acute Trusts, community and independent settings
  • Specialist labs with simulated living spaces and artistic intervention tools
  • Hybrid learning with varied teaching and assessment methods
  • Builds skills in activity-based therapy, rehabilitation and communication

Entry requirements

  • UCAS tariff points: 112 — All applicants must hold: 112 UCAS tariff points (e.g. 3 A Levels at grades BBC) or
  • A-level: BBC — All applicants must hold: 112 UCAS tariff points (e.g. 3 A Levels at grades BBC) or
  • BTEC: DMM — to include in a health-related subject; BTEC national diploma
  • International Baccalaureate: 26 — International Baccalaureate (26 points) or
  • Access to HE Diploma — in Science, Health, Social Care or similar (60 credits, of which 45 credits will be at Level 3 including minimum 15 at distinction grade and 30 at merit grade
  • GCSE: C/4 — to include English, Mathematics

Scholarships

  • LSBU Pathway Progression Scholarship

    £5,000 discount from headline gross tuition fees for the first year of study.

    Up to £5,000

  • Sports Scholarships

    Sports scholars can receive up to £1500 financial support per annum, as well as assistance in competition travel and entry.

  • The Cambridge Education Group (CEG) Progression Award

    The LSBU Pathway Progression Scholarship offers a £5,000 tuition fee discount for the first year of undergraduate or postgraduate taught study.

    Up to £5,000

  • The Global Success Scholarship

    The Global Success Scholarship is worth up to £4,000 and awarded to international students to provide them a springboard to kickstart their global career at LSBU.

  • The Transnational Education (TNE) Partner Award

    Value: £5,000 tuition fee discount per academic year

    Up to £5,000

  • The Vice Chancellor’s International Merit Award

    £2,000 for each academic year.

    Up to £2,000

Careers this course leads to

  • Occupational Therapist
  • Rehabilitation Occupational Therapist
  • Community Occupational Therapist
  • Mental Health Occupational Therapist
  • Paediatric Occupational Therapist

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to London South Bank University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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