Practice Based Learning: Intermediate Placement

SHE level 9
SCQF credit points 30
ECTS credit points 15
Module code M3B930860
Module Leader Anita Volkert
School School of Health and Life Sciences
Subject Occupational Therapy
Trimester A (September start), B (January start), C (May start)

Summary of content

This module builds on the beginner practice experience and develops students’ understanding of occupational therapy practice through a structured, supervised placement. This placement supports students in developing greater autonomy, clinical reasoning, and confidence in applying occupational therapy theory to practice. Students are expected to contribute more actively to assessments, intervention planning, and service-user engagement. The module emphasises professional identity development, ethical decision-making, and interprofessional collaboration. Reflective practice and supervision continue to underpin learning, with students encouraged to critically analyse their performance and integrate evidence-based approaches into their work.

Module details

Module structure

Activity Total hours
Lectures 2
Tutorials 1
Practicals 21
Seminars 4
Independent Learning 63.5
Assessment 60
Placement 148.5

Assessment methods

Component Duration Weighting Threshold Description
Course Work001 100 CW1: Practical Placement Report (Pass/Fail)