Occupational therapy

Occupational therapists work in partnership with and empower a broad spectrum of people who, for reasons of ill-health, disability, trauma or adverse social circumstances, face barriers and challenges which prevent them from undertaking the activities (or occupations) that matter to them.

Why you should study with us

1st in UK

Our Occupational Therapy programme is ranked 1st in UK by the Complete University Guide 2023.

Our links

We have close links with the Royal College of Occupational Therapists and with other key professional bodies and organisations

We are international

We are committed to enabling our students to have an international learning experience

Our facilities

Our high-tech simulation suites and equipment mirror the healthcare environments in which you will undertake placements and eventually work in as qualified professionals

Our programme is funded

A full NHS bursary, including tuition fees and a non-repayable bursary for living costs is available for our programmes providing you meet eligibility requirements

Courses

Entry year

Occupational Therapy (BSc)

Full time, 3 years

Ranked 1st in the UK by the Complete University Guide 2023, our Occupational Therapy programme aims to prepare you for your chosen career as an occupational therapist.

Our talk

Occupational Therapy (BSc) Admissions Tutor, Dr Heather Hurst, provides an overview of the course - from how it is structured, to tips on how to apply.

I chose to come to Cardiff University because I wanted to have the best education that would enable me to become an Occupational Therapist.

Liam Occupational Therapy (BSc) student

Hear from one of our students

Third year Occupational Therapy (BSc) student, Amy, talks about her experience of studying with us.

Cardiff Uni is preparing me well for what comes next. I’ve got a real sense from my placements of the different opportunities open to me, and I know that employers are keen for applications from Cardiff graduates. Sometimes the course is challenging but it is so worth it.

Ibtisam Occupational Therapy (BSc) student

Global healthcare opportunities

We are committed to enabling our students to have an international learning experience. In 2019, over 100 healthcare undergraduate students travelled and gained healthcare experience overseas.

Where in the world would you go?