Overview

The (Hons) Occupational Therapy degree from University of Plymouth offers a challenging and rewarding study experience that will where you will skills in practice, leadership, management, and research, while exploring OT philosophy and preparing for a rewarding, lifelong career

Careers

Studying occupational therapy at Plymouth will enable you to commence a rewarding career within the health and social care sectors. With an ongoing demand for occupational therapists across the UK, employment prospects for graduates remain very good.

As the healthcare sector moves towards more integrated, home and community-based services, the range of opportunities available for newly qualified occupational therapists has never been greater. Our graduates work in a variety of settings, including hospitals, GP practices, health centres, nursing homes, schools, prisons and the armed forces. They also support patients in their own homes.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Practice Placement

Occupational Studies: The Young Person; Interruptions and Transitions

Occupational Studies: The Older Person; Interruptions and Transitions

Occupational Studies: Exploration into Practice

Project Studies

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

105

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TOEFL^® IBT

76

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

7

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Credits

480 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Plymouth, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Occupational Therapy View 41 other Bachelors in Occupational Therapy in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

105

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TOEFL^® IBT

76

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

7

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General requirements

UCAS tariff 136

UCAS tariff 136 points, usually with a minimum of Grade B in a Science or Social Science.

GCSE Profile

5 GCSEs at Grade C/4 or above to include Mathematics, English, and Science, and usually obtained in one sitting. Preference is given to applicants who have obtained these grades on application.

A level

136 points, usually with a minimum of Grade B in a science or Social Science. Excluding General Studies and Critical Thinking.

International Baccalaureate

33 overall with Higher Level Grade 6 in Science or Social Science.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

19200 GBP / year

≈ 19200 GBP / year
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Citizens or residents

9790 GBP / year

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Additional Details

Part time (Home) - £815per 10 credits.

Living costs

Plymouth

United Kingdom

731 - 1387 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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