UndergraduateNursing & Health Sciences
Bachelor of Occupational Therapy
Charles Sturt University, Multi-campus, regional NSW, Australia
About this program
If you're looking to build a career that will enhance people's health and wellbeing, the Bachelor of Occupational Therapy from Charles Sturt University will develop and inspire your passion to rise to challenges and make a difference to people, their families and communities. By obtaining a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy, you will have skills and knowledge to collaborate with individuals, groups and communities, to encourage participation and engagement in meaningful activities to improve health and wellbeing.
Cost & duration
English test scores
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Course structure
3 terms of coursework
- BMS181Essential set > Core subjects: Human Anatomy and Physiology 1
- BMS182Human Anatomy and Physiology 2
- BMS171Introduction to Functional Human Anatomy
- BMS255Neuroscience for Health Practice
- HIP101Introduction to Australian Society and Health
- HIP102Research Foundations for Health, Sports and Exercise Sciences
- IKC100Indigenous Australian Health
- OCC104Person, Environment and Occupation Foundations
- OCC106Communication for Occupational Therapy Practice
- OCC107Occupational Therapy Practice
- OCC200Decision-making in Occupational Therapy
- OCC220Principles and Practice
- OCC204Working with Assistive Technologies
- OCC205Facilitating Therapeutic Groups
- OCC206Working with Individuals (Fundamentals)
- OCC300Working with Individuals (Consolidation)
- OCC304Working with Communities and Populations
- PSY111Foundations of Psychology for Health and Human Services
- HLT417Indigenous Perspectives on Health and Wellbeing
- HIP423Transition to Allied Health Practice
- OCC320Essential set > Compulsory subjects: Occupational Therapy Workplace Learning 1
- OCC321Occupational Therapy Workplace Learning 2
- OCC404Contemporary & Emerging Occupational Therapy Practice
- OCC420Occupational Therapy Workplace Learning 3
- OCC421Occupational Therapy Workplace Learning 4
- XUN008Elective set > Unrestricted elective: Unrestricted elective
Career & PR pathway
Occupations this degree typically leads to, and their skilled-migration list status
Registered Nurse (Aged Care)ANZSCO 254412
On both MLTSSL and CSOL, supporting 189/190/491 and the employer-sponsored 482/186. Needs registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia, assessed against ANMAC's standards.
Assessed by Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC)
Registered Nurse (Medical)ANZSCO 254418
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, via ANMAC assessment and NMBA registration. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC)
Registered Nurse (Mental Health)ANZSCO 254422
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, via ANMAC assessment and NMBA registration. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC)
Registered Nurse (Community Health)ANZSCO 254414
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, via ANMAC assessment and NMBA registration. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC)
Nurse PractitionerANZSCO 254411
On both MLTSSL and CSOL, supporting 189/190/491 and the employer-sponsored 482/186. Requires advanced NMBA endorsement on top of standard registration.
Assessed by Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC)
MidwifeANZSCO 254111
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, via ANMAC assessment and NMBA registration. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC)
PhysiotherapistANZSCO 252511
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, via an Australian Physiotherapy Council assessment. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Australian Physiotherapy Council
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
DietitianANZSCO 251111
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, via a Dietitians Australia assessment. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Dietitians 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
Minimum ATAR: 70 A completed High School Certificate with the minimum ATAR (including adjustment factors) or equivalent; OR Successful completion of at least four university level subjects within a 12 month period demonstrating a reasonable prospect of success. A competitive ranking will be determined using the Grade Point Average (GPA) gained in these studies. Please note that this is a competitive course and all applications are ranked. Offerings: All
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