GraduateNursing & Health Sciences
Master of Occupational Therapy
Charles Darwin University, Darwin, NT, Australia
About this program
The Master of Occupational Therapy at Charles Darwin University is an accredited degree regulated by the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency that equips students with the skills and knowledge to improve the lives of the people and communities they work with. Students develop the skills to help people achieve optimal health and wellbeing, and gain real-world practical experience by completing 1,000 hours of practice education with the support of CDU academics and registered occupational therapists, including unique placement opportunities in the Northern Territory's regional, rural and remote areas.
Fees & duration
English test scores
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Course structure
Core Units (13 units)
- Anatomy and Physiology 1
- Anatomy and Physiology 2
- Perspectives of First Nations Health (title change 2026)
- Research Skills for Health Professionals
- Enabling Occupational Abilities and Participation #
- Humans as Occupational Beings #
- Approaches in Occupational Therapy - Mental Health #
Career & PR pathway
Occupations this degree typically leads to, and their skilled-migration list status
Occupational TherapistANZSCO 252411
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, via an Occupational Therapy Council assessment. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Occupational Therapy Council of Australia
List membership changes over time and does not guarantee an invitation. See the skilled occupation lists guide and the points calculator before relying on this for a visa decision.
Admissions
Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in a related field
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