Explore Occupational Therapy
Occupational therapy is a rewarding and varied profession. At its core is a concern with how occupation, or the things that people need and want to do, influence health and wellbeing at an individual or societal level. Occupational therapists are committed to working alongside vulnerable and marginalised people and communities, to empower them to achieve health and well-being through meaningful occupations.
Start your study journey
Register for our next Open Day to learn more about studying Occupational Therapy and speak to our course team.
Undergraduate
Explore our undergraduate programmes:
BSc (Hons) Occupational Therapy (Extended Route)
Starting September 2025, choose between our traditional or new extended learning pathway. The extended route provides flexibility for studying alongside work or other commitments. It spans three semesters annually, involving 22.5 hours per week for learning and full-time practice education placements. Explore more on our BSc (Hons) Occupational Therapy (Extended Route) course page.
Postgraduate
Explore our postgraduate programme:
What Can We Offer You?
Our courses are accredited by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and the Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT), demonstrating our commitment to high standards of teaching and learning.
You will benefit from our strong connections with service users, clinical experts, and industry partners, enhancing our reputation for training occupational therapists ready for current clinical practice.
Experience teaching and learning from Occupational Therapists with diverse clinical backgrounds. They are actively involved in leading professional bodies, conducting research, and hold Advance HE accreditation.
Campus Life. Big City Buzz.
Study at Salford really is the best of both worlds. Our Peel Park campus is set in 46 square kilometres of lush, green space to enjoy. But we're also just over a mile away from the big city buzz of central Manchester - voted the UK's most liveable city two years running.
Famous for music, culture, sport, art and science, the cities of Manchester and Salford offers an unrivalled student experience where you can balance your studies with world-class culture, exciting events and legendary nightlife.
Campus Life
We know university life isn’t all about studying – sometimes you have to have fun, too – and there are plenty of things to do outside of academia across our campuses.
From joining a club or society, to taking part in a gym class, to meeting up with friends for lunch in Atmosphere bar and café: when you're not working on your next assignment or research project, you can be enjoying the perks of being on campus at the University of Salford.
Campus accommodation
Living in student accommodation is a great way to get settled into university life and meet new people. We've got some great accommodation options to choose from, including Peel Park Quarter - recently voted one of the best halls of residence in the UK.
Becoming an undergraduate student
Choosing a university is one of the biggest decisions you'll make - and we want to help you make the right one.
Get in touch
Our friendly team will answer any questions you may have. You can contact us through email enquiries@salford.ac.uk or phone +44 (0)161 295 4545.