A graduate entry MSc program in occupational therapy has been offered at the University of Limerick for many years. This new BSc in occupational therapy program due to commence in 2024 is designed to prepare graduates who will be competent, reflective and evidence- based practitioners. Interprofessional education is incorporated throughout the programme and there will be opportunities for you to engage in shared learning with other allied health students at the University of Limerick.The Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy is a four-year degree programme which includes a total of 1000 hours of practice education placement completed at various sites. In the first year of the program you will study anatomy and physiology related to human performance and human development across the lifespan. Later years include modules on occupational therapy services for children and young people, people living with mental health difficulties, musculoskeletal disorders, chronic and neurological conditions and older adults. Students will have opportunities at all stages of the program to develop professional skills including communication and advocacy skills, clinical reasoning skills and skills in the use of evidence in practice. In the final year of the program students will learn about leadership and management in health and social care and will complete a research project.

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