Bachelor of Science (Occupational Therapy) Honours

This course reflects current and emerging practice and research areas of Australian and international occupational therapists.

Students will develop an understanding of the factors that affect occupational performance in areas of self-care, education, work, social participation, play and leisure for individuals, groups and populations through the lifespan.

Fieldwork placements throughout the course provide students with valuable learning experiences in a range of settings.

In broad terms, the course outcomes are to develop occupational therapists who have a sound knowledge and understanding of professional principles and processes, and who can generalise their attributes and skills in new situations.

Year 1 - Semester 1

Year 1 - Semester 2

Year 2 - Semester 1

Year 2 - Semester 2

Year 3 - Semester 1

Year 3 - Semester 2

Year 4 - Semester 1

Year 4 - Semester 2

Admission requirement (Band 8)

All applicants must meet the academic admission requirements for this course. The indicative or guaranteed ATAR is as published (where applicable) or academic admission requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:

• Bachelor degree in a cognate discipline; or
• Where accepted, equivalent prior learning, including at least five years relevant professional experience.

English Language requirement (Band 5)

International students are required to provide an IELTS Academic with an overall minimum score of 7.5 (no individual band less than 7.0). Internationally schooled applicants may also be required to meet this requirement.

Minimum English standard requirements for this course may also be satisfied with one of the following:

• Year 12 English ATAR/English Literature ATAR grade C or better or equivalent;
• Special Tertiary Admissions Test;*
• Successfully completed 1.0 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher in the UK, Ireland, USA, NZ or Canada;
• University Preparation Course;
• Indigenous University Orientation Course;*
• Aboriginal Student Intake Test;*
• AQF Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree; or
• Successfully completed 0.375 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent).

Course Specific Admission Requirements

All applicants are required to be enrolled in the Bachelor of Science (Occupational Therapy) and have a Weighted Average Mark (WAM) of 70 per cent or higher in the first three years of the course. Acceptance into the Honours program is by invitation only and successful applicants will transfer from the Bachelor of Science (Occupational Therapy).

Portfolio pathway applications are not accepted for this course.

1. Apply advanced occupational therapy knowledge to a range of theoretical and practical situations.
2. Think critically to evaluate, interpret and solve complex occupational solutions.
3. Think creatively to anticipate challenges and generate new solutions and responses in diverse occupational situations.
4. Use assistive technologies, digital technologies and contemporary literacies to assess, evaluate and synthesise information in occupation therapy contexts.
5. Communicate occupational therapy knowledge and ideas clearly, coherently and with independence.
6. Demonstrate broad global perspectives and ethical considerations, cultural diversity including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural competence.
7. Work collaboratively and demonstrate initiative in multi-disciplinary teams.
8. Demonstrate autonomy, accountability and initiative for own learning and professional practice.