The University of Ulster welcomed Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal to its Jordanstown campus as part of her day-long visit to Northern Ireland earlier this week.
Princess Anne’s visit marked the 40th anniversary of the introduction of occupational therapy education at the University of Ulster — the only provider of degree-level occupational therapy education in Northern Ireland.
The Princess Royal is Patron of the College of Occupational Therapists, the UK’s professional body for occupational therapists.
While on campus, the Princess toured a workshop and exhibition showcasing the work of the university in occupational therapy, research innovation and knowledge transfer.
She met staff and students as well as senior representatives from the College of Occupational Therapists, charities, voluntary and community groups, and companies whose work benefited from the expertise and innovation of university researchers.
Vice-Chancellor, Professor Richard Barnett, said: “I am delighted once again to welcome HRH The Princess Royal on her third visit to the University of Ulster.
“We are at the forefront of teaching and research in occupational therapy, and I am pleased that we were able to showcase these important aspects of our activity.”