BSc Occupational Therapy
Course overview
BSc Occupational Therapy at the University of Salford is a three-year, full-time course that trains students to become occupational therapists. This professional works with people to help them do the daily activities (occupations) they need or want to do. The main aim is to improve a person's health and well-being by making changes to the task or to their surroundings.
Students learn through a blend of university study and at least 1,000 hours of practical work (placements) in different places around the Greater Manchester area. To be able to register as a professional, they must pass all parts of the course. Grading includes methods like written exams, presentations, and assignments. This course has been approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and the Royal College of Occupational Therapists.
Entry requirements
Candidates are required to submit a personal statement in which they discuss 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 Curriculum Vitae (CV) along with their applications to demonstrate their work experience.
Grade Requirements:
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Applicants need 120 UCAS Tariff points from a minimum of three A-Levels, typically grades ABC or BBB. For GCSEs, you must have five at grade 4/C or above, including English Language and Mathematics.
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If applicants are applying with an Access to HE Diploma, they must achieve a minimum of 120 UCAS points, and the course must include content related to health or health science.
English Language Requirements:
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Applicants whose first language is not English will need to achieve an overall score of 7.0 in the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) academic test, with no element below 6.5.
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The University accepts a range of other equivalent English language qualifications. If applicants do not meet this standard, they could take a Pre-Sessional English course for entry onto the degree.
Scholarships
Global Gold Excellence Scholarship
For undergraduate - £3,500; For postgraduate - £3,000
Global Silver Excellence Scholarship
For undergraduate - £3,000; For postgraduate - £2,500
IFY Excellence Scholarship
For qualifying applicants, the IFY Excellence Scholarship is worth £2,500 for one year of study on the IFY programme starting from September 2026.
Up to £2,500
Career opportunities
Upon successful completion of the BSc Occupational Therapy from the University of Salford, graduates are eligible to register with the HCPC and use the title 'Occupational Therapist', leading to careers in:
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NHS Services
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Social Care
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Private Practice
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Charities and NGOs
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Further Education
Cost of study
For international students, the full-time tuition fee for the BSc Occupational Therapy in the University of Salford is £19,500 per year.
Admission
The main admission route is through the UCAS system. We highly recommend that all applicants contact AHZ's trained counsellors for assistance with their application process.
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