Our students benefit from an interdisciplinary approach to practice and understanding of health and illness, whilst also pursuing profession- specific work. Graduates qualify for membership of the College of Occupational Therapists, or the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy, and State Registration, enabling them to work within the National Health Service, social services and the private sector. The School offers excellent facilities including an IT suite, multi-sensory room, multigym, creative and physical therapy rooms. Occupational Therapy B920 BSc Physiotherapy B160 Admissions Policy Applicants for both Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy programmes are required to demonstrate a sound knowledge of human biology or psychology. You are strongly recommended to visit clinical units in order to observe professional practice in different specialities and settings.
All offers are conditional on a satisfactory health and police screening.
Although we have stated our entry requirements in terms of three A-levels, we encourage applications from students with other qualifications including BTEC, advanced vocational qualifications and International Baccalaureate, and we may accept alternatives as equivalent to our stated entry requirement. Please see Applying to UEA or contact our Admissions team for details. Applications from mature students are encouraged, requirements differing from those of school leavers. A variety of teaching methods is used, including lectures, small group discussions, seminars, tutorials, presentations, case studies and practical work. You will develop intellectual and practical skills that will enable you to critically evaluate and synthesise information in a clinical setting.