Occupational therapy (OT) is a patient-centred health profession concerned with promoting health and well-being through occupations. Occupations include purposeful and meaningful activities that people need to, want to and are expected to do, such as activities of daily living, work, education and social participation. Occupational Therapists (OTs) work with people facing physical, psychological and social challenges, focusing on problem identification and treatment as well as the ways in which those conditions impact a person's life. Interventions can be used to establish a capacity that was not previously present, restore a capacity to the former level, maintain ability for as long as possible or prevent a difficulty from occurring. Teaching in OT focuses on classroom lectures, supplemented by clinical placements involving direct contact with patients. During the first year, the students gain knowledge in basic sciences like Anatomy and Physiology, in addition to basic concepts related to OT. During the second year they learn about the various conditions causing dysfunction and the respective assessment methods. The third year is aimed at learning OT for various neurological, psychiatric, and paediatric conditions. In the fourth year students learn to demonstrate an understanding of OT in rehabilitation, basics of research and administration related to OT. During internship, interns are required to integrate the knowledge gained over the four years of study into independent assessment and intervention. After gaining the Bachelor of Occupational Therapy Degree, an Occupational therapist can work in hospitals, rehabilitation centres, special or main stream schools, private clinics, geriatric homes or industries.
Occupational Therapy (OT) has emerged as a vital health profession dedicated to enhancing overall well-being by empowering individuals grappling with physical, psychological, and social hurdles to achieve independence in diverse life tasks. Launched in 2023, the Master of Occupational Therapy is a comprehensive, two-year program. It introduces three distinct clinical specialties—Advanced Occupational Therapy in Mental Health, Pediatrics, and Neurology—each offering three seats. The curriculum emphasizes experiential learning through hands-on experiences, including clinical placements involving direct patient interaction. Workshops, facilitated by an interdisciplinary faculty, complement interactive classroom teaching methods. The first year broadens students' knowledge across clinical specialties such as Child & Adult Mental Health, Pediatrics, Neurology, Orthopedics, Neonatology, Rheumatology, Community Health, Oncology, Surgery, Geriatrics, and Cardiology. The subsequent year delves into an in-depth exploration of theory and practical teachings relevant to their chosen specialties. Additionally, students are tasked with conducting a research project, subject to approval by the Institutional Review & Ethics Board. This comprehensive structure positions graduates to excel in academic, clinical, or research-oriented career paths, fostering a holistic and dynamic approach to occupational therapy.