Put theory into practice to help people lead more fulfilling lives
Whether you're starting your journey or want to advance as a practitioner, Brunel's Occupational Therapy degrees equip you with the practical and enquiry skills to help people lead better lives physically and psychologically.
Our degrees with help you to empower people to live better lives through practical, evidence-based therapy.
What you'll learn
You’ll explore how everyday activities impact health and wellbeing, and learn to prescribe specialist equipment or medical solutions to support recovery and independence. The curriculum covers:
- anatomy and physiology
- activity analysis
- modern occupational therapy practices.
You’ll develop critical thinking, discussion, and engagement skills that prepare you for real-world clinical challenges.
Hands-on experience
Our approach combines theory with practice. You’ll work with real patients and peers to apply your learning in authentic settings, gaining confidence and competence in professional practice. Practice placements form a core part of your degree, with 28 weeks (over 1,000 hours) of experience in settings such as:
- NHS services
- local government
- charities
- private healthcare providers.
These placements are based in and around London, offering exposure to a diverse patient population and a wide range of therapeutic environments.
Learn from experts
Brunel's occupational therapy teaching team are experienced, passionate, and actively involved in clinical practice or research. Their up-to-date knowledge ensures you receive a comprehensive and current learning experience, helping you stay in-the-know with the latest developments in occupational therapy.
Career-ready graduates
Our programmes are designed to prepare you for a successful career. Through a combination of practice on real patients and your peers, you’ll be ready for the reality of professional practice in occupational therapy. You’ll graduate with, practical experience, a strong academic foundation, and the skills to innovate and improve therapeutic practices.
Choose your Occupational Therapy course at Brunel