SHE level 10 SCQF credit points 40 ECTS credit points 20 Module code MHB930859 Module Leader Emma Green 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 provides students with a culminating practice-based learning experience designed to demonstrate readiness for occupational therapy professional registration through a structured, supervised placement. Students are expected to demonstrate increasing autonomy, apply advanced reasoning, and contribute to service delivery. The module emphasises leadership, ethical decision-making, interprofessional collaboration, and evidence-based practice. Reflective activities and supervision support students in critically evaluating their performance and consolidating their professional identity as they prepare to transition into qualified practice.
Module details Syllabus arrow_forward The syllabus is delivered through three integrated components designed to consolidate their academic learning and demonstrate readiness for professional registration:
Learning outcomes arrow_forward On successful completion of this module, students should be able to
Teaching / learning strategy arrow_forward The teaching and learning strategy supports students in preparing to transition from learners to entry level practitioners. Through placement induction a combination of lecture material, tutorials, seminars and practical sessions will be undertaken to provide preparatory content and skills for practice. During placement, students engage in immersive experiential learning, taking on increasing responsibility, allowing for increasing autonomy through the placement, and to a level relevant to the practice context. Supervision and peer support, where available, encourage reflective practice and critical self-evaluation. Post-placement activities focus on consolidating learning and preparing for professional registration. Continuous assessment with formative feedback during placement will guide students toward confident, competent practice. Summative assessment via practice educator evaluation, will assess students’ ability to meet learning outcomes and ensure they meet the standards for entry into the profession.
Transferrable skills arrow_forward In undertaking this module students will have the opportunity to develop and refine skills in the following areas:
Module structure Activity Total hours Lectures 1 Tutorials 2 Practicals 14 Seminars 4 Independent Learning 0 Assessment 42 Placement 337
Assessment methods Component Duration Weighting Threshold Description Course Work001 100 CW1: Practical Placement Report (Pass/Fail)
