Occupational Therapy, BSc (Hons)

The University of Southampton's BSc Occupational Therapy, ranked 3rd in the UK (Complete University Guide 2026), equips you with the knowledge and skills to treat psychological, physical, and social disabilities over three years. Supported by world-leading academics, you'll learn to collaborate with patients, families, carers, and multidisciplinary teams, gaining 1,000 placement hours in community, social care, and hospital settings. Purpose-built facilities include a multisensory environment, biomechanics laboratory, and adapted flat.Graduates are eligible to register with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) as occupational therapists. Accredited by the Royal College of Occupational Therapists and World Federation of Occupational Therapists, the programme offers comprehensive student support via Personal Academic Tutors, senior tutors, peers, and Schwartz Rounds. UK applicants may qualify for £5,000 annually from the NHS Learning Support Fund. 92% of our research is world-leading or internationally excellent (REF 2021).