BSc (Hons) Occupational Therapy Bachelor's degree at East London

The aim of this module is to provide learners with the opportunity to demonstrate pre-requisite knowledge and skills in the basics of Chemistry and Biology through engagement in a-year-long subject specific learning activities. The emphasis of this module is on developing practical skills and abilities needed for Bioscience and problem solving as the pedagogy to support students in demonstrating pre-requisite knowledge and skills required to progress to courses across Biosciences. This module wi

This module will prepare students for academic study, by focussing on personal, professional and academic development. This module takes a reflective approach allowing for recognition of existing skills and development of those needed at Higher Education. While in essence, a skills development curriculum will lead to deep understanding of the expectations of higher-level academic study, the ability to meet those expectations with support from professional services and the instigation of skills h

This module provides an immersive introduction to health and wellbeing through active, practice-based learning. Students will develop their understanding of common health conditions by engaging directly with clinical skills, simulation and case-based scenarios. Rather than learning about healthcare from a distance, learners experience it in action. Through the exploration of key health areas such as diabetes, smoking-related disease and obesity, students integrate theory with practical applicati

The module aims to develop your life and professional skills, enhance your employment prospects and progression in line with careers associated with your course of study. You will actively seek and engage with various digital platforms (e.g., Career Zone, LinkedIn Learning), University services that will offer you opportunities, to explore, evaluate, learn and participate in activities that enhance your professional skills and reflect on how to plan your career. Academic staff in the various deg

This module introduces you to the lived reality of caring practice. Through the experiences of patients, families, and professionals, you will explore what it means to care for people in situations of vulnerability and begin developing yourself as a compassionate, reflective practitioner. You will explore what it means to be a health professional by engaging with three complementary perspectives: the patient, the healthcare system, and your own developing professional identity. You will examine

This module introduces the structure and function of the human body and explores how these change across the lifespan. You will examine how physical, cognitive and social development influences a person's capacity to participate in everyday occupations. You will learn how body systems support motor, process and social interaction skills, and how these contribute to occupational performance. The module explores the person factors that influence participation, linking anatomy, physiology and lifes

This module introduces the structure and function of the human body and explores how these change across the lifespan. You will examine how physical, cognitive and social development influences a person's capacity to participate in everyday occupations. You will learn how body systems support motor, process and social interaction skills, and how these contribute to occupational performance. The module explores the person factors that influence participation, linking anatomy, physiology and lifes

This module focuses on the assessment stage of the occupational therapy process, with an emphasis on person-centred practice and the therapeutic use of self. You will explore a range of assessment approaches and tools used to identify occupational needs and understand the factors that influence occupational performance and participation. The module examines the personal, environmental and occupational factors that shape engagement in everyday activities. You will learn how to analyse assessment

This module explores the core principles of occupational therapy in psychosocial and mental health settings. Drawing on the lived experiences of people who have experienced mental ill-health and mental health conditions, you will examine how personal, social, cultural and environmental factors influence occupational participation, health and wellbeing. The module introduces the principles of occupational formulation and develops your ability to interpret information gathered through assessment.

Professional practice and professionalism are central to the work of healthcare professionals. In this interprofessional learning module, you will explore how professionalism develops in healthcare and begin to build your professional identity while developing an understanding of the roles and responsibilities of other healthcare professionals. The module examines the factors that shape professional practice, including both personal and organisational influences. Learning is underpinned by the H

This module includes your first professional practice placement and provides your first opportunity to learn in a real-world occupational therapy setting. Working with individuals, groups and communities, you will develop an understanding of people as occupational beings and explore the role of occupational therapy within contemporary healthcare and community services. You will also gain insight into the occupational therapist's contribution to multidisciplinary and interprofessional teams. Duri

This module enables you to evaluate evidence-informed occupational therapy and builds on Year 1 learning to enhance skills for occupation