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Studying Occupational Therapy at RGU will provide you with the skills to make a difference, working with people to overcome challenges in their lives. Working in a range of ways with individuals, groups and communities, you will use your specialist Occupational Therapy Skills to enable people to overcome challenges to participate more fully in life.

This course has been developed in response to employer needs and key current policy and social directives. It will develop you into an Occupational Therapist who is; professional, resilient, creative, practical and dedicated to implementing contextually relevant occupational therapy services which promote and enhance health, wellness and quality of life for individuals and populations.

Entry Requirements

2026 entry requirements

Standard entry:
4 Highers at BBBC including English or another English based subject plus Maths and one from Biology, Chemistry or Physics at National 5 at B (if not held at Higher).

Widening access entry:
4 Highers at BCCC including English or another English based subject plus Maths and one from Biology, Chemistry or Physics at National 5 at B (if not held at Higher).

All shortlisted applicants are invited to attend a selection session providing an opportunity to meet the Occupational Therapy team. The session also includes a short interview, group communication and team-working exercise.

Medical screening and evidence of immunisation is required prior to commencement of the course. You will also require a satisfactory criminal record check from Disclosure Scotland to show that you are suitable for this type of course. Contact Disclosure Scotland for details on the type you would need.