Bachelor of Health Science/Master of Occupational Therapy

A career as an occupational therapist (OT) will open doors to a multitude of opportunities in health and social care delivery.

This unique area of health prepares graduates to work with people across all ages who may have motor-sensory or muscular-skeletal impairments, disability, injuries or mental health problems that impact their ability to cope with day-to-day activities.

This course equips you with the skills and knowledge needed to improve the lives of the clients, families and communities in which you will work.

The Bachelor of Health Science/Master of Occupational Therapy incorporates 1000 hours of health practicum supported by CDU academics and registered OT professionals.

There are unique placement opportunities in the Northern Territory's local, rural and remote areas.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island students are encouraged to apply.

CDU's Indigenous Student Support services are on hand to support you through your degree.

This course offers international study opportunities and welcomes international students with a dedicated international student support academic.

Bachelor of Health Science Core Units (20 units) - 200cp

Compulsory Core units totalling 200 credit points as detailed below.

SBI171 Anatomy and Physiology 1 SBI172 Anatomy and Physiology 2 SWK102 Communication Skills PSY140 Introduction to Psychology A HSC121 Australia's Healthcare System and Policies HSC112 Basics of Epidemiology HSC132 Introduction to Health Promotion HSC203 Indigenous Health Perspectives HSC204 Chronic Conditions Management HSC230 Cultural Safety in Health MAN204 Project Management SBI261 Functional Anatomy PSY208 Biological Bases of Behaviour HSC211 Mental Health and Wellbeing HSC210 Health Sociology SPE209 Exercise and Physiology SWK312 Social Research Methods HSC318 Rural and Remote Health PHM301 Exploring Public Health HSC312 Global and Environmental Health

Master of Occupational Therapy Core Units (10 units) - 120cp

Compulsory Core units totalling 120 credit points as detailed below.

PHM526 Research Design PHM527 Health Research Skills OCC501 Principles and Practice of Occupational Therapy (available from 2021) OCC502 Occupational Performance, Capabilities and Components (available from 2021) OCC503 Humans as Occupational Beings (available from 2021) OCC504 Occupational Therapy in Mental Health (WIL) (available from 2022) OCC505 Occupational Therapy for Children and Youth (WIL) (available from 2022) OCC506 Occupation Therapy for Rehabilitation and Disabilities (available from 2021) OCC601 Professional Practice 1 (20 cp) (WIL) (available from 2022) OCC602 Professional Practice 2 (20 cp) (WIL) (available from 2022)

- 320cp

Total Credit Points

Admission requirements are met by one of the following: Successful completion of the Northern Territory Certificate of Education and Training (or equivalent) and the awarding of an Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR) of at least 70*. Successful completion of a national qualification at Diploma level or higher. Successful completion of at least 0.5 year of full-time study (or equivalent) of a higher education degree/diploma. Overseas secondary or tertiary qualifications considered equivalent to the above Australian qualifications. Attainment of a STAT Multiple Choice score of 162 (or a score of 172 if prior to May 2010). Successful completion of the Tertiary Enabling Program, the Preparation for Tertiary Success courses, or other recognised tertiary preparation course. * After any applicable adjustment factors have been applied.