Occupational Therapy - BSc

Occupational Therapists help people of all ages to develop, recover, or maintain the skills they need for daily living and working. Our accredited and approved Occupational Therapy BSc combines innovative teaching, hands-on practice-based experience, and cutting-edge facilities to prepare you for a dynamic role in this rapidly evolving profession. Our supportive learning environment and focus on the contribution that meaningful occupation has to the physical and mental health and wellbeing of individuals will empower you to become a confident, compassionate occupational therapist ready to make a difference.

Why choose this course?
• Accredited by the Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT), approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and the World Federation of Occupational Therapists (WFOT)



• Specialist facilities including a purpose-built Activities of Daily Living (ADL) suite and multi-purpose workshop.



• Complete 1000 hours of hands-on practice-based learning in diverse settings.



• Combined learning opportunities within the university and in practice support the development of your confidence, self-efficacy, resilience and adaptability.



• Eligible students can apply for a non-repayable £5,000 NHS grant per academic year



The Occupational Therapy programme is designed to give you the skills, knowledge, and professional identity needed to thrive in this rewarding and evolving field. Occupational Therapy is all about helping people improve their health and wellbeing by participating in their meaningful occupations and activities of daily life. This course focuses on how important these activities are for both physical and mental health, preparing you to make a real difference in the lives of individuals and communities.

Our curriculum is based on the latest research and reflects current practices in the UK and internationally, ensuring you’re ready for the demands of today’s job market. You’ll benefit from a variety of hands-on learning experiences in different settings, including the NHS, private healthcare, and community organisations, so you’re well-prepared for your future career.

About Keele

Keele University was established in 1949 by the former Vice-Chancellor of Oxford University. Founded to meet the needs of a changing world, Keele has always had a pioneering vision to be a different kind of university.

We excel in both teaching and research, with some of the most satisfied students in England, and research that is changing lives for the better at a regional, national and global level.

Our beautiful 600-acre campus is one of the biggest in Britain – but all the most important services and facilities are on your doorstep, with accommodation, teaching spaces, facilities including a medical centre, sports centre and pharmacy, and a range of shops, eateries and entertainment venues – including the Students’ Union – clustered around the centre.

Career focused courses, a vibrant student community and a beautiful 600-acre campus – this is Keele.

Whether you’re a passionate natural scientist, or eager to explore law, business, humanities or social sciences, our innovative courses are designed with your future in mind. Many of our courses offer a placement opportunity – just one of our initiatives that prepare you for real-world success.

Recognised for outstanding student experience and teaching quality, we were ranked a Top 10 UK university for student satisfaction across 15 subjects (National Student Survey 2025, broad-based English universities) and achieved Double Gold in the Teaching Excellence Framework (2017 and 2023).

Located in the Staffordshire countryside, but within easy reach of a bustling town, vibrant city and our noisy neighbours of Manchester and Birmingham, Keele truly offers the best of both worlds: a close-knit campus community and an exciting local area to explore.

We’d love to see you on campus soon.