Bachelor of Occupational Therapy

OVERVIEW
The Bachelor of Occupational Therapy programme is an academic qualification that prepares graduates to perform rehabilitation and interventions that promote Health and well-being through occupation to enable people to participate in the activities of everyday life that are meaningful to them. This programme is offered at the Westville Campus and is completed over a minimum of eight semesters of full-time study. Grounded in anatomy, physiology, psychology, and occupational science, students gain both theoretical knowledge and extensive practical experience through clinical placements. The curriculum equips graduates to assess, plan, and implement evidence-based interventions tailored to individuals with physical, mental, developmental, or social challenges.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
National Senior Certificate (NSC) with a degree pass. Minimum subject requirements:
  • English – Level 4
  • Life Orientation – Level 4
  • Mathematics – Level 3
  • Life Sciences or Physical Science – Level 3
Minimum of 30 points (excluding Life Orientation) (Choices 1 to 3 only)

Please note: Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission. Selection is subject to space and discipline requirements.

CURRICULUM
Level 1
Semester 1
Module CodeModule DescriptionCredits
ANAT122Introduction to Anatomy & Neuroanatomy16
SHSC1BHBecoming a Healthcare Professional16
PSYC101Introduction to Psychology A16
Semester 2
Module CodeModule DescriptionCredits
SHSC1CBCommunity-Based Care16
PSYC102Introduction to Psychology B16
EDSJ1CSCritical Social Justice and Citizenship0
ZULN101Basic isiZulu Languages Studies16
ZULM105Academic Writing16
Year Modules
Module CodeModule DescriptionCredits
OCTH161Occupational Therapy Fundamentals and Media 116
OCTH162Foundations of Occupations in Occupational Therapy16
Level 2
Semester 1
Module CodeModule DescriptionCredits
HPHS221Homeostasis16
OCTH243OT Fundamentals 216
OCTH245Psychosocial Theory and Fieldwork 216
Semester 2
Module CodeModule DescriptionCredits
ANAT112Anatomy of the Head and Neck8
ANAT109Anatomy of the Upper & Lower Limbs16
OCTH246OT Physical Theory and Fieldwork 216
SHSC1HIHealth, Illness and Behaviour16
HPHS222Integration & Communication16
Year Modules
Module CodeModule DescriptionCredits
OCTH242OT Therapeutic Media 216
Level 3
Semester 1
Module CodeModule DescriptionCredits
HLSC311Clinical Sciences 116
OCTH341OT Fundamentals 316
OCTH344OT Physical Theory & Fieldwork 316
Semester 2
Module CodeModule DescriptionCredits
HLSC344Clinical Sciences 316
HLSC332Clinical Sciences 216
SHSC1RMResearch Methods for Health Sciences16
OCTH343Psychosocial Theory & Fieldwork 316
Year Modules
Module CodeModule DescriptionCredits
OCTH342OT Therapeutic Media 316
Level 4
Year Modules
Module CodeModule DescriptionCredits
OCTH441Research Project24
OCTH444OT: Physical Theory & Fieldwork 424
OCTH443OT: Psychosocial Theory & Fieldwork 424
OCTH413OT: Community Theory & Fieldwork24
OCTH414OT: Paediatric Theory & Fieldwork24
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
  • Occupational Therapist

Programme Type:

Undergraduate

SAQA ID:

72842

NQF LEVEL:

08

APS RANGE:

48 - 30

DURATION:

4 Years

CAMPUS:

Westville Campus

CAO CODE:

KN-W-BOT

CLOSING DATE:

30 September

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Have Questions about this programme?

Contact: +27 (0)31 260 2203

Interested in this programme? Submit your application here.