In this context, you will study anatomy, psychology, medicine and psychiatry. This knowledge is then integrated and applied to the person being treated to facilitate learning. Lectures - provide a framework for further exploration and inquiry in seminars and group work. Private study - It is expected that students will enhance formal teaching with additional independent study. All successful graduates will find employment if they wish to and have some mobility.
Occupational therapy is among the fastest growing health care professions in the United Kingdom.
There are excellent opportunities to work in health and social care settings with people of all ages and with all types of disability or disadvantage. Hospitals, local authorities, schools, prisons, GP practices and industry are all current employers of OTs. Career advancement is also good. Vacancy rates are high, so students from our programme seldom have difficulty in finding work as an occupational therapist in this country or abroad. Students are able to pursue special interests eg occupational therapy for children, stroke rehabilitation etc.