Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy | Wits

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Duration

4 year(s)

Type

Bachelor's Degree

Delivery

Full-time

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Requirements

English Home Language or First Additional Language Level 4
Mathematics Level 4
Life Sciences AND/OR Physical Sciences Level 4

The Faculty of Health Sciences uses a Composite Index (CI) score to guide applicant selection. This includes:

  1. Your matric academic results for five subjects:
    English, Mathematics, best of Physical Sciences/Life
    Sciences and the best two other subjects. We consider
    the percentage achieved, not the symbol. The average
    of the five subjects carries a 60% weighting.
  2. National Benchmark Test (NBT) scores. The average of
    the NBT scores carries a 40% weighting.

All applicants must write the NBT. Applicants applying to the Graduate Entry Medical Programme (GEMP) or the Graduate Entry Physiotherapy Programme (GEPP), as well as applicants who are in their final year of study towards a Bachelor’s degree, or who have

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Career Prospects

  • Occupational Therapist: Assess, plan, and implement therapeutic activities to help individuals improve their ability to perform daily tasks and activities, such as self-care, work, and leisure. Occupational therapists work in hospitals, rehabilitation centres, and private practices.
  • Pediatric Occupational Therapist: Specialise in helping children with developmental, physical, or sensory disorders improve their functional abilities and participate more fully in everyday activities. Pediatric occupational therapists work in schools, paediatric clinics, and early intervention programmes.
  • Rehabilitation Specialist: Work with patients recovering from injuries, surgeries, or illnesses to regain their independence and improve their quality of life through targeted therapeutic interventions. Rehabilitation specialists work in rehabilitation facilities, hospitals, and home care settings.
  • Ergonomic Consultant: Evaluate and improve workplace environments to enhance comfort, efficiency, and safety for employees, focusing on designing ergonomic workstations and practices. Ergonomic consultants work in corporate settings, consulting firms, and occupational health agencies.
  • Community Health Worker: Provide support and education to individuals and communities on health and wellness, including promoting healthy lifestyle practices and providing resources for managing health conditions. Community health workers work for non-profit organisations, public health agencies, and community health centres.
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