Bachelor of Occupational Therapy

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Bachelor of Occupational Therapy

Manipal University
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Introduction

Bachelor of Occupational Therapy is a Bachelor program taught at Manipal University, India. The program is offered in campus-based modes with full-time (4 years + 1 year internship) options.

The Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (BOT) offered by Manipal College of Health Professions (MCHP), under Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), is a course that prepares students for work in occupational therapy settings. The program supports clinical exposure through access to hospital facilities affiliated to Kasturba Hospital, a multi-specialty hospital. Graduates can pursue careers in paediatric, psychiatric, orthopaedic, and neurological rehabilitation.

The BOT course includes 4 years of academic study, followed by a 1-year internship. Students have access to laboratories for practical experience and facilities that include healthcare access, libraries with publications on allied healthcare, and an Innovation Centre for multi-disciplinary research. The program also highlights sports and fitness facilities and student hostels.

BOT job opportunities extend across hospitals, rehabilitation centres, special schools, industrial medical facilities, de-addiction centres, educational institutions, geriatric centres, NGOs, and private practice.

Admission Requirements

The minimum requirements for admission in Bachelor of Occupational Therapy at Manipal University for all applicants (Domestic or International) are:

  • program specific academic requirment set by Manipal University.
  • English Language OR any other language requirments as set by Manipal University as pre-requiste for admission in Bachelor of Occupational Therapy.

Note: Please check the university website in the link below.

Candidates must have passed 10+2 or an equivalent examination from a recognised board with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English as subjects, and must secure a minimum aggregate of 50% marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.

  • Applicants must appear for the Manipal Entrance Test (MET).
  • The merit list is prepared with 50% weightage given to the MET score and 50% weightage given to 10+2 marks.
  • Shortlisted candidates are invited for physical or online counselling, followed by admission formalities.

More Information

  • Hospitals
  • Rehabilitation centres
  • Special schools
  • Industrial medical facilities
  • De-addiction centres
  • Educational institutions
  • Geriatric centres
  • NGOs
  • Private practice

Scholarships

10 fully funded scholarships are listed for India. See India scholarships.

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