BSc (Hons) Occupational Therapy Bachelor's degree at Huddersfield

This module introduces the role of research, inquiry, and evidence-informed practice, while exploring different research methodologies and ethical considerations in healthcare research. You will develop transferable skills in literature searching using electronic databases, as well as in academic writing and referencing, to support your progression into Year 2. The module also examines lifelong learning, reflective practice, and continuing professional development, which underpin the essential s

This module examines different contexts in which occupations are carried out and occupational therapy is practiced. You'll explore the environmental and cultural influences on occupational performance as well as wider socio-political issues including occupational issues of communities and populations. The drivers and current issues influencing the delivery of occupational therapy will be discussed and explored. You'll engage with the module material in a reflective way and will be given opportun

This module explores health from an occupational perspective, including the relationship between health and occupation. You'll examine physiological and psychosocial factors which can affect occupational performance and participation. You'll also be introduced to the cause and effect of occupational disruption and deprivation, as well as a range of occupational therapy assessment methods with a focus on the assessment of function. You'll have the opportunity to learn and demonstrate the principl

This module explores health from an occupational perspective, including the relationship between health and occupation. You'll be introduced to the structure and function of the human body, along with the underlying physiological and psychological processes supporting health human behaviour. You'll develop skills to be able to identify and describe factors which facilitate occupational performance. Building upon these concepts, you'll explore and analyse a variety of physiological and psychosoci

You'll complete an occupational therapy practice placement, where you'll have the chance to develop and apply your practical skills, as well as gain an understanding of appropriate professional behaviour and standards, which you'll demonstrate during the practice experience. You'll also examine the nature and development of communication strategies in relation to therapeutic relationships and working with other health and social care professionals.

This module examines the key concepts and philosophies underpinning occupational therapy practice. You'll explore the form, function and meaning of occupation, while considering the value and importance that occupations have for individuals, communities and populations. You'll consider the emerging role of occupational science and its influence on practice. Additionally, you'll explore their environmental and cultural influences on occupational performance. Fundamental to this module is placing

This module provides the opportunity to build on your knowledge of research and inquiry from Year 1 and prepares you to undertake an area of research in Year 3. You'll explore and develop skills and knowledge in data collection and analysis in relation to methods which are currently used in research and evaluation of practice.

You'll have the opportunity to explore issues of assessing and enhancing the occupational participation of individuals. As well as developing planning, intervention and evaluation skills you'll also review the ethical, legal and policy frameworks affecting service delivery. You'll also develop skills to evaluate pertinent theory and research relating to the enhancement of occupational participation for individuals and use this to inform Occupational Therapy practice. You'll develop practical int

You'll have the opportunity to complete a six week placement in a practice environment where you'll focus on client-based assessment and use a range of occupational therapy skills and interventions to support clients in the achievement of their personal goals. You'll also begin to work with other members of the wider health and social care team. Guided by a practice based educator you'll identify your own specific learning objectives.

You'll have the opportunity to complete a six week placement during which you'll apply your occupational therapy skills in a wider variety of contexts. This will involve taking a greater degree of responsibility for overall client care and learning to select and justify appropriate assessments and interventions for individuals, groups and communities. You'll also engage with health and social care professionals from a range of disciplines. Guided by a practice based educator you'll identify your

You'll explore issues of assessing and enhancing the occupational participation of individuals using group interventions. As well as developing planning, intervention and evaluation skills you'll have the opportunity to review the ethical, legal and policy framework effecting service delivery. You'll evaluate pertinent theory and research relating to the enhancement of occupational participation for individuals within a group and use this to inform practice. You'll also have the opportunity to l

This module provides the opportunity to undertake an aspect of research or inquiry and implement or develop the proposal you have worked on in Year 2. The focus is on teamwork and developing and applying inquiry skills in order to complete an individual written assessment under the guidance of a supervisor.

In this module you'll have the opportunity to further develop your understanding of occupational justice and the ways in which occupations are subject to a range of contextual influence. Using community and population based case studies, you'll adopt an enquiry based approach to explore unmet occupational needs and occupational justice; considering global and local contexts which influence communities and populations and you'll also critically evaluate the value of an occupational perspective in

You'll have the opportunity to work with increasing independence by learning how to manage your time and prioritise your work load during an eight week placement within the NHS, social care or non-traditional settings. You'll encounter clients with complex and challenging needs and contribute to the management of the service, working effectively as part of a team. Guided by a practice based educator you'll identify your own specific learning objectives.

This module helps to prepare you for transitioning into practice by focusing on your professional and personal development, as well as equipping you for autonomous practice in complex evolving environments. Through lectures and workshops, you'll have the chance to gain the skills and knowledge required to become a resilient, reflective practitioner capable of leading contemporary services. You'll engage with the Career Development Framework to ensure you are prepared to transition into professio

This module involves focusing in-depth on an area of occupational therapy in a wide variety of contexts such as public health, social care or the third sector. Through lectures and workshops, you'll have the chance to gain the skills required to evaluate the potential of occupational therapy in a contemporary context or develop a sustainable proposal or intervention for enhancing the service. You'll also have the opportunity to develop entrepreneurial and business development skills which are no