BSc (Hons) Occupational Therapy Bachelor's degree at Coventry University
BSc (Hons) Occupational Therapy at Coventry University is accredited by the Royal College of Occupational Therapists, ensuring graduates meet professional standards for practice.
About this course
Study full-time for a degree in Occupational Therapy at Coventry University. Listen and empower individuals, groups and communities. From the provider’s course page.
BSc (Hons) Occupational Therapy is a Bachelor's degree (BSc (Hons)) at Coventry University, based in Coventry Campus. It runs 3 years, studied full-time.
For Counselling, psychotherapy and occupational therapy graduates from this provider, 85% were in work or further study 15 months after graduating, 95% in highly skilled roles, typical earnings around £28,500. (HESA Graduate Outcomes / LEO, via Discover Uni.)
For the typical curriculum, specialisations, career paths and graduate earnings for Nursing & Health, see the sections below.
Course evidence score
The arithmetic mean of the official measures available for this course: NSS satisfaction, graduate activity and continuation.
Published threshold met NSS publication requires sufficient responses; small differences are not a rank. NSS mean of 7 published themes (Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)
Limited evidence Published sample: 20; treat comparisons cautiously. Cohort 2022-23. Graduate Outcomes work or further study 85% (2022-23; Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)
Published threshold met Discover Uni suppresses continuation data below its publication threshold. Cohort 2022-23. Continuation 79% (2022-23; Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)
Curriculum & modules
Real modules published for this course, grouped only where the source gives a year, stage or level.
Year one 6 modules
- An Occupational Perspective on Health and WellbeingCompulsory20 credits
Module details
In this module, you will explore the occupational nature of human beings and the opportunity to take part in 'occupation' as a human right. You will examine the complexity of human occupation from different perspectives and how it has the potential to influence health and wellbeing across the lifespan and in varied contexts. You will analyse these concepts further through reflection and application to your own experience with the aim of helping you understand and justify 'occupation' as the cent
- Mind, Body and Human OccupationCompulsory20 credits
Module details
This module introduces foundational knowledge of human anatomy, physiology and psychology. You will explore how this relates to the observable skills required to carry out everyday living tasks and the performance of human occupations across the lifespan. You will aim to develop your understanding of how this learning is applied by occupational therapists in occupation-centred practice. The module is designed to help you develop the skills to communicate your understanding of the human mind and
- Theoretical Foundations of Occupational TherapyCompulsory20 credits
Module details
In this module you will explore the theoretical foundations of occupational therapy. You will examine models and frameworks that inform the practical delivery of occupational therapy and explore how these support occupational therapists to think and practise in a way that is centred, focused and based upon occupation. You will explore the assessments, interventions and outcome measures used by occupational therapists. You will aim to develop digital fluency and skills in co-production and collab
- Placement 1: Foundations of Professional PracticeCompulsory20 credits
Module details
During this placement-based module, you will be expected to demonstrate the values, behaviours and attitudes required of a health and care professional. You will explore the foundations of occupational therapy assessment, intervention and evaluation, and the importance of ethical practice, personalised approaches and collaborative working. You will be expected to use weekly supervision to reflect upon your learning and to identify goals you can work towards to support your development. You are r
- Becoming a Professional PractitionerCompulsory20 credits
Module details
This module aims to equip you with the values, behaviours and actions essential for professional practice. We will support you to develop your personal and academic skills, providing you with opportunities to reflect on your knowledge, skills and values. We will work with you to foster a culture of professionalism, collaboration and valuing diversity to prepare you to work within multi-professional environments.
- Evidence: Your Profession in a Global ContextCompulsory20 credits
Module details
This module aims to equip you with the knowledge and skills required to understand and appreciate the role of evidence in both your profession and the wider health and care sector. The module supports you in understanding how your personal views and experiences may influence your thinking in developing your professional identity. This module will help you develop critical thinking skills by encouraging you to question, challenge and reflect. You'll learn to use evidence to build your approaches,
Year two 5 modules
- Occupational Therapy: Enabling Performance and ParticipationCompulsory20 credits
Module details
In this module, you will develop and apply the theory and therapeutic skills used during occupational therapy when working with individuals and groups, in person or across digital platforms. You will learn how to use your skills and emotional intelligence to build rapport, develop person-centred relationships, maintain the well-being of self and others, challenge discrimination and use yourself as a change agent throughout the occupational therapy process. You will have the opportunity to apprai
- Enabling Occupation with Communities and PopulationsCompulsory20 credits
Module details
This module explores the diversity of professional practice within local, national and global communities and populations, and aims to help you develop cultural self-awareness and humility. You will have the opportunity to critically evaluate theoretical and strengths-based approaches to community-centred occupational therapy with diverse communities and appraise the strategies used by occupational therapists to promote health and wellbeing through occupation in this context. You will aim to dev
- Exploring the Complexity of Occupational TherapyCompulsory20 credits
Module details
This module is designed to develop your ability to understand and work with complexity throughout the process of occupational therapy. You will aim to demonstrate how decision-making is informed at each stage by professional reasoning, a critical application of theory, contextually relevant evidence and understanding the opportunities offered by a digitally evolving practice environment. You will have the opportunity to evaluate how personal bias and responses to cultural difference can influenc
- Placement 2: Developing Professional IdentityCompulsory40 credits
Module details
This placement-based module focuses on the development of your professional identity as an occupational therapist, through critical reflection on practice, professional reasoning and the critical application of relevant theory and evidence. You will be expected to take increasing responsibility for your learning, make effective use of professional supervision and opportunities for interprofessional working, demonstrate cultural awareness and adhere to the required professional standards, policy
- Exploring Knowledge Through CuriosityCompulsory20 credits
Module details
This module explores methods of enquiry utilised in daily practice. You will aim to develop your ability to analyse the knowledge, theory and practice-based evidence within health and care. This module explores how daily inquiry methods can be transformed into more systematic approaches to data collection and analysis. It covers quantitative and qualitative research, evaluation and audit techniques. Through exploration and debate, you will aim to develop an appreciation of interdisciplinary and
Final year 5 modules
- Enhancing Employability for Occupational Therapy PracticeCompulsory20 credits
Module details
In this module, you will have the opportunity to identify and appraise the occupational therapist values, knowledge, skills and behaviour you have developed during the course. You will reflect upon your own university and practice-based learning and experience and how these have enhanced your employability. You will have the opportunity to articulate your strengths and areas for development, whilst also responding to employer specifications about the role requirements in different employment set
- Occupational Therapy Across Care Pathways and SettingsCompulsory20 credits
Module details
This module is designed to encourage you to think creatively and to develop curiosity about diversifying your practice. You will aim to deepen your knowledge about specialised and emerging areas of practice in occupational therapy and develop confidence with digital fluency and innovation in health and social care. You will aim to develop your ability to work with complexity across care pathways and in areas of practice highlighted as a local, national, or global priority.
- Placement 3: Becoming an Autonomous Occupational TherapistCompulsory40 credits
Module details
This placement-based module is designed to give you the opportunity to develop as an autonomous and innovative practitioner. You will be expected to make informed, reasoned decisions in response to complex situations, whilst demonstrating an understanding of the limits of your own competence and scope of professional practice. You will aim to demonstrate that your practice is equitable, lawful and sustainable.
- Leading for the Future as a Health and Care ProfessionalCompulsory20 credits
Module details
Our health and care workforce is required to lead the delivery of high-quality care, whilst navigating a complex health and social care ecosystem. This module aims to foster confident and accountable leadership through an interprofessional learning experience. By collaborating with colleagues from different backgrounds, you'll explore fresh perspectives and analyse contemporary theory, practice and evidence to redefine leadership for yourself. The module aims to foster your development as a refl
- The Evidence-based Practitioner: Professional ProjectCompulsory20 credits
Module details
In this module, you'll learn to critically evaluate, interpret and apply the latest national and international research to improve care. You will aim to gain the skills to analyse, safely use and share these findings, ultimately shaping best practices in your field. This module should also equip you with the skills to conduct an independent study. We'll support you as you develop your research and communication abilities, empowering you to share your findings with healthcare professionals, polic
Source: provider course page. Modules can change; required/optional status, credits, descriptions and assessment are shown only when explicitly published.
Course in depth
What this course covers, who it suits and where it leads.
What you'll study
This course emphasises listening to and empowering individuals, groups and communities through occupational therapy practice. You'll usually begin with foundations in occupational therapy theory, human anatomy and physiology, and person-centred care principles. From Year 1 onwards, supervised placements in real healthcare settings run throughout the degree, allowing you to develop clinical skills alongside academic learning. In Year 2, you'll typically progress to more complex assessment and management of client needs, medicines and therapeutic interventions. Year 3 focuses on evidence-based practice, leadership and care coordination, culminating in placements that consolidate your readiness for professional registration. Specialisations such as mental health, community and primary care, and leadership may be available depending on your chosen pathway.
Who it's for
This course suits those committed to a healthcare profession centred on helping people regain independence and wellbeing through occupation-based intervention. You'll need to meet entry requirements; most accepted students held A-levels or equivalent qualifications, with typical UCAS tariffs falling between 144 and 159 points. The course is taught in English.
Careers & job market
Across Nursing & Health courses nationally, 90% of graduates are in work or further study within 15 months of graduating, and 87% of those working are in highly skilled roles or pursuing further study. Starting salaries for occupational therapy graduates nationally range from £27,000 to £30,500. After three years, this typically rises to £23,800–£33,600, and after five years to £27,200–£38,400. These figures reflect national Graduate Outcomes and LEO data, not university-specific guarantees. Related fields such as Adult Nursing, Mental Health, Child Health, Midwifery, Public Health, Physiotherapy, Social Work and Paramedic Science offer parallel career pathways.
University & format
The BSc (Hons) Occupational Therapy is studied full-time over 3 years at Coventry University in Coventry. Teaching is delivered in English. The degree is accredited by the Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT) to ensure graduates are fit for the profession and eligible for registration. Coventry University holds Gold for teaching quality in the Office for Students' TEF 2023. As a recognised UK degree-awarding body, the qualification is nationally recognised.
Student satisfaction
How students on this course answered the National Student Survey, by theme.
Share of students responding positively.
Published threshold met NSS publication requires sufficient responses; small differences are not a rank. NSS mean of 7 published themes (Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)
Applicant information
The next application dates for this course, followed by facts the provider publishes.
- 2027 entryCompleted applications can be submitted
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- 2026 entryFinal date for 2026 applications
Applications must reach UCAS by 18:00 UK time.
- 2026 entryLast day to add a Clearing choice
Check that this course still has a vacancy before adding it.
- 2027 entryEqual-consideration deadline
18:00 UK time for most undergraduate courses.
Show 5 later dates
- 2027 entryUCAS Extra opens
Applicants who used all five choices and hold no offer may be able to add another choice.
- 2027 entryLast day applications go directly to providers
Applications received after 18:00 UK time are entered into Clearing.
- 2027 entryClearing opens
Eligible applicants can see vacancies and release themselves into Clearing.
- 2027 entryFinal date for 2027 applications
Applications must reach UCAS by 18:00 UK time.
- 2027 entryLast day to add a Clearing choice
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Entry & how to get in
Who gets in
What recently admitted students actually held, official admissions data, not a stated requirement.
UCAS tariff of entrants
Grades are the A-level equivalent of each points band. Tap a band to check your own chances below.
Qualifications held on entry
| Qualification | Share |
|---|---|
| A-levels or equivalent | 84% |
| another higher-education qualification | 10% |
| a previous degree | 4% |
| No / unknown prior qualifications | 2% |
Entry & your chances
An honest read from the official entry data, plus your personal match.
Accepted students typically held strong UCAS tariffs. Check how your predicted grades compare and whether a contextual offer applies.
Will you get in? Plot your grades
Pick your predicted A-levels and watch your UCAS points land on the real spread of students admitted to this course.
Each bar is the share of admitted students in that UCAS-points band (lower → higher). Grades show the A-level equivalent.
Based on the official admitted-student tariff distribution. Many universities make contextual (reduced-grade) offers, so a result below the range doesn’t rule you out.
How to apply
Undergraduate applications go through UCAS. Here’s what matters for this course, the right deadline, the grades to aim for, and the steps in order.
- 1Register on UCAS Hub
Create your UCAS application and add this course. One application covers up to five choices.
- 2Write your personal statement
A single statement covers all your choices, so keep it broad enough for similar courses while showing genuine interest in this subject.
- 3Submit by 13 January 2027, 18:00 UK time
UCAS equal-consideration deadline for most undergraduate courses. Source: UCAS 2027 dates.
- 4Reply to your offers
When decisions are in, pick a firm (first) choice and an insurance (back-up) choice with slightly lower grades.
- 5Results day & confirmation
On results day (mid-August) your place is confirmed if you meet the offer. Just missed? Talk to the university, or find a place through Clearing.
Fees & funding
What this course costs and how UK student finance covers it.
Tuition per year
Provider fee page (England 2026/27 cap where not stated).
Check fees at Coventry University →For students who normally live in England
2026/27 Student Finance England figures. Maintenance support is means-tested and this two-point view is not an entitlement calculator. The course total uses its published length and home fee where both are available; a missing full-time fee uses the clearly labelled England-cap scenario, while part-time fees and unknown lengths are never guessed. Use the official calculator. Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland use separate systems: SAAS, Student Finance Wales, and Student Finance NI.
Starting on or after 1 January 2027?
The Lifelong Learning Entitlement is a separate system. A new learner’s tuition entitlement is currently stated as £39,160 (about 480 credits at 2026/27 fee levels), subject to prior study and eligibility. Check the official LLE guide.
Paying for it
- Tuition Fee Loan: can cover eligible tuition up to the applicable limit and is paid straight to the provider.
- Maintenance Loan: up to £10,830/yr away from home outside London (England, 2026/27), means-tested on household income.
- Repayment: 9% of income above £25,000, nothing below it; written off after 40 years.
- Earn alongside: most students work part-time in term, part-time roles on the StudySmarter job board.
England figures shown; Scotland, Wales & NI run their own schemes, check gov.uk.
Scholarships & bursaries you could qualify for
That does not mean no funding exists. Check the university directory for current amounts, eligibility and application dates.
National funding for this subject
- NHS Learning Support Fund: Eligible nursing, midwifery and allied-health students can receive a non-repayable training grant. Official guidance
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Careers & earnings
What Nursing & Health graduates actually earn, from real outcome data, 15 months, 3 years and 5 years after graduating.
Graduate earnings: this course
| When | Median | Typical range | Graduates |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months after | £28,500 | £28,000 – £28,500 | 20 |
| 3 years after | £27,500 | £23,500 – £29,500 | 245 |
| 5 years after | £31,000 | £26,500 – £33,500 | 230 |
Nominal earnings for graduates of this course/subject at this provider. Limited evidence. Published sample: 20; treat comparisons cautiously. Cohort 2022-23.
Graduate outcomes, 15 months on: this course
- 1Newly Qualified PractitionerPreceptorship / first post · 0–2 yrs
- 2Registered PractitionerAutonomous practice · 2–5 yrs
- 3Senior / SpecialistSpecialist or team lead · 5–10 yrs
- 4Advanced / Consultant PractitionerAdvanced practice or management · 10+ yrs
How pay grows: this course vs Nursing & Health nationally
National figures for Nursing & Health graduates, HESA Graduate Outcomes (15 months) and the Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) dataset (3 & 5 years). These are national, not university-specific; actual pay varies by employer, region, role and experience. Different cohorts, so the bars are not one group over time.
Work out your pay
Headline figures hide a lot. Calculate realistic take-home pay for this field by role, region and experience, then check your CV before you apply.
What happened to 100 students?
Choose an outcome to translate the published percentage into a simple 100-person view. Each dot represents one percentage point, not an individual tracked student.
were in work or further study
15 months after graduation
Source: Discover Uni, using Graduate Outcomes and continuation data. Cohorts: 2022-23. Limited evidence. Published sample: 20; treat comparisons cautiously. Cohort 2022-23. Each tab is a separate published measure; categories can overlap and should not be added together.
Value compared with similar courses
How this course’s 5-year median earnings compare with Nursing & Health courses at the same study level.
Compared with 1,506 courses with compatible official earnings data. This is a course-value comparison, not a quality ranking.
UK occupations graduates enter
Published graduate destinations, joined conservatively to UK SOC 2020, ONS pay and Skills England demand.
- Therapy professionalsSOC 2020 222 · 90% of published destinations · ASHE median £37,338
Discover Uni JOBLIST/JOBTYPE; ONS ASHE 2025 provisional, all employee jobs; Skills England Occupations in Demand 2025. SOC is shown only for an exact normalised label match; demand is shown only at exact four-digit SOC. Published sample: 55; response rate: 55%. Pay describes the occupation across workers, not a guaranteed graduate salary.
Job market & outlook
How Nursing & Health graduates fare in the labour market, and how AI is reshaping the work.
How AI is changing the work
AI doesn't replace the profession, it shifts it: routine tasks get automated, while judgement, working with people and using AI well become more valuable.
What AI takes off your plate
- Routine documentation and triage support
- Scheduling and records admin
- First-pass risk flags from data
- Standard reference look-ups
More human than ever
- Hands-on, compassionate care
- Clinical judgement and accountability
- Communicating with patients and families
- Ethics and safeguarding decisions
The strongest graduates pair subject depth with the ability to use AI tools critically.
Roles & employers
Where Nursing & Health graduates typically go, indicative destinations from graduate career data. Each role links to live openings on the StudySmarter job board.
Roles graduates go into
Where they work
- NHS trusts
- Private healthcare
- Care providers
- Community & mental-health services
Jobs after this course
Current roles from the StudySmarter job board that suit Nursing & Health graduates.
Is this course right for you?
The essentials UK applicants ask about: finance, outcomes, entry and quality.
Student finance
For comparison, the standard full-time England tuition cap is up to £9,790 per year in 2026/27; the actual fee varies by course and provider. If you normally live in England, eligible students can apply for a Tuition Fee Loan, plus a Maintenance Loan for living costs. Under Plan 5 you repay 9% of income above £25,000, nothing below that, and the balance is written off after 40 years.
Where graduates go
85% were in work or further study 15 months after graduating, with a median salary of £28,500. See the full breakdown in Careers & earnings above.
Your entry chances
Use the UCAS points calculator above to see how your predicted grades compare with admitted students, and whether a contextual offer could apply.
Official-data snapshot
Averaging the official measures published for it, this course scores 7.7 out of 10: NSS 67.6% · in work or study 85% · continued 79%.
Who studies here and in this subject?
Provider- and UK subject-level context.
Coventry University
Subjects allied to medicine across the UK
HESA student record 2024/25. Counts are rounded.
Local crime-data context
A neutral snapshot around the published teaching location.
Around Coventry Campus
2,964 street-level reports returned within roughly one mile across 2026-04 to 2026-06.
Police.uk street-level API. Approximate locations, not confined to campus. England, Wales and Northern Ireland; not Scotland.
Is Nursing & Health right for you?
Tick what applies to you and see how good a fit it is.
International students
What applying to Coventry University from outside the UK involves: fees, English, visa, funding and living costs.
Tuition fees
International tuition is £20,800 / year for this course (from the provider’s fee page). You’re not eligible for UK Tuition Fee or Maintenance Loans, so plan for fees plus living costs upfront.
English language
Most UK undergraduate courses ask for around IELTS 6.0–6.5 (no band below 5.5–6.0), or an accepted equivalent. If you’re just short, most universities run a pre-sessional English course that counts towards the requirement.
Student visa
You’ll usually need a Student visa (Student Route). After you accept an offer the university issues a CAS; you then show funds for fees plus about £1,023–£1,334/month living costs and pay the Immigration Health Surcharge for NHS access.
Scholarships & funding
Many universities offer international/global scholarships (often £2,000–£6,000/yr), check Coventry University’s funding pages.
Living costs
Budget roughly £1,100–£1,400/month outside London and £1,400–£1,800/month in London for rent, food and travel; the figure also matters for your visa.
Working while you study
A Student visa usually allows up to 20 hours/week in term time and full-time in holidays, useful alongside study, though not something to rely on for fees.
Visa rules and fees change. Always confirm the current requirements with Coventry University and gov.uk before you apply.
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