Occupational Therapy (with Foundation Year)

University of East London

What is occupational therapy? Occupational therapy is a challenging and rewarding health career. Occupational therapists work with people of all ages, helping them to develop, recover or maintain their daily living and working skills.

Our comprehensive occupational therapy degree programme is designed to prepare you for a successful career in this dynamic healthcare field, combining theoretical knowledge with extensive practical experience.

Work with people who may have physical, cognitive or mental impairments and help improve independence and quality of life.
Gain hands-on experience in placements at prestigious healthcare providers including Barts Health NHS Trust, Barking Havering & Redbridge University Hospitals Trust, Lewisham & Greenwich NHS Trust, North East London NHS Foundation Trust and East London NHS Foundation Trust.
Learn in our Hospital & Primary Care Training Hub. This immersive environment mimics the professional world, from A&E wards and critical care to a simulated home, which will help you prepare for a career as an occupational therapist.

School of Health, Sport and Bioscience (HSB)