University of Pretoria - Faculty of Health Sciences
BOT (Occupational Therapy)DURATION
4 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
About : The Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (BOT) program focuses on equipping students with the skills to support individuals in achieving independence in daily activities. This hands-on approach includes clinical placements and theoretical learning, spanning a typical duration of four years. Students will engage in evidence-based practices that address various client needs and occupational challenges.
Career Outcomes : Graduates of the BOT program can pursue diverse career paths in areas such as pediatric therapy, geriatric care, mental health, and rehabilitation services. Opportunities may also exist within community health organizations, hospitals, or private practices, allowing graduates to impact lives positively in different environments.
Introduction
BOT (Occupational Therapy)
The program extends over four academic years, during which period a student receives clinical training as a student occupational therapist at an institution approved by the University.
Students must complete at least 1 000 hours' clinical practical work over the four years of study in order to register as an occupational therapist with the Health Professions Council of South Africa.
Admissions
Scholarships and Funding
Several scholarship options are available, please visit the university website for more information.
Curriculum
Curriculum Year 1
Fundamental modules
- Academic information management
- Academic information management
- Introduction to anatomy
- Anatomy of the limbs
- Anatomy of the torso
- Anatomy of the head and neck
- Academic English for Health Sciences (BNurs, BDietetics, BOH, BOT, BRad and BPhysT)
- Academic English for Health Sciences
- Physiology
- Physiology
- Basic emergency care
- Medical terminology
- Sepedi for beginners
- Psychology
- Psychology
- Academic orientation
- isiZulu for beginners
Core modules
- Integrated healthcare leadership
- Occupational science
- Occupational therapy
Year 2
Fundamental modules
- Physiology
- Physiology
- Physiology
- Physiology
- Physiology
Core modules
- Integrated healthcare leadership
- Occupational science
- Occupational therapy
- Occupational therapy
- Occupational therapy
- Occupational therapy
Year 3
Fundamental modules
- Anatomical pathology
- Research methodology for healthcare sciences
Core modules
- Integrated healthcare leadership
- Occupational science
- Occupational science
- Occupational science
- Occupational therapy
- Occupational therapy
Final Year
Fundamental modules
- Research in healthcare sciences
Core modules
- Interprofessional health management
- Occupational science
- Occupational therapy
- Occupational therapy
Program Outcome
Total Credits: 510