Occupational Therapy (PgD)
The Post Graduate Diploma in Occupational Therapy is now closed for applications for January 2012 start.
Introduction:
The Post Graduate Diploma in Occupational Therapy (pre–registration) accelerated 2 year programme began in 2004 and was developed as an alternative to the 3 and 4 year BSc programmes It is aimed at potential students who already hold a degree.
This programme offers graduates a programme that develops their academic and research skills, as well as meeting the requirements of the relevant professional bodies thus enabling registration and practice on completion of study. Registration for practice as an occupational therapist is with the Health Professions Council.
After registration, occupational therapists who have been awarded the Post Graduate Diploma in Occupational Therapy may enrol for further study to gain a masters level degree if they so wish. This is a 60 credit dissertation module offered through distance learning.
Student Numbers:
There are 25 validated places. A number of these places will be offered with bursary funding. Self funded places are also offered.
Application process:
Applications are welcomed from existing graduates or people expecting to graduate in any subject. Applications for Cardiff University are made online. Please follow the online link on the right hand menu.
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Interview Short listing Criteria
(as evidenced on application form and in the personal statement)
Essential:
- Evidence of some understanding of the nature of occupational therapy.
- Evidence of a desire to study occupational therapy.
- Evidence of at least an undergraduate degree (minimum classification 2:2) in any subject or expect to hold such a degree before the start of the programme.
- Evidence of some understanding of problem based learning.
- Evidence of some understanding of post graduate level study.
Desirable:
- Evidence of having undertaken or planning to undertake visits to occupational therapists in a variety of settings which may include:
- A general hospital setting
- A mental health setting
- A community setting
- Evidence of relevant employed or voluntary experience in a health, social care or other relevant person centred setting.
- Evidence of current ability to study at a post graduate level. This may include a recent qualification or work based study for example.
Selection for bursary funded and self funded offers: are made following the interview process which involves a prepared essay (you will be advised of the title following short-listing for interview), group exercise and an individual interview. All offers are subject to enhanced criminal record bureau screens and health screening in line with the Health Professional Council requirements for registration.
Funding: Potential students from the EU are eligible for a place funded via an NHS bursary that covers tutorial fees plus a means tested maintenance grant. UK students may also wish to apply for a Career Development Loan from the Department for Education and Employment. Applications are welcomed from non-EU resident postgraduate students. Fees are subject to adjustment each year.
THE NHS Wales Student Awards Unit: The NHS Wales Student Awards Unit assesses the level of financial support for NHS students in Wales. If you would like further information on financial support for NHS funded students in Wales, including childcare, then you can access their website directly: NHS Wales Student Awards Unit .
A potential student event is held in the Spring of each year. They give a range of information about the programme, together with a chance to meet some current students who have first hand knowledge and experience of this type of study.