Occupational Therapy University of Limerick

Overview

The Occupational Therapy course from the University of Limerick  will make an application for approval by Occupational Therapists Registration Board, CORU. There is no guarantee that the programme will be approved.

The Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy is a four-year degree programme which includes a total of 1000 hours of practice education placement completed at various sites. In the first year of the programme you will study anatomy and physiology related to human performance and human development across the lifespan. Later years include modules on occupational therapy services for children and young people, people living with mental health difficulties, musculoskeletal disorders, chronic and neurological conditions and older adults. Students will have opportunities at all stages of the programme to develop professional skills including communication and advocacy skills, clinical reasoning skills and skills

in the use of evidence in practice. In the final year of the programme students will learn about leadership and management in health and social care and will complete a research project.

Career opportunities:

Occupational therapy is a wide-ranging and varied profession, and you are strongly encouraged to seek some work experience in a setting where occupational therapists work (e.g. primary care, hospital, mental health services, older adult services) to help inform your decision.