UndergraduateNursing & Health Sciences

Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours)

La Trobe University, Melbourne, VIC, Australia

About this program

Help people maximise their quality of life and reach their full potential with La Trobe's Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours). Discover the science behind human activity and get the know-how to conduct evidence-based occupational therapy assessments and interventions for people of all ages and backgrounds. Learn with a combination of face-to-face tutorials and workshops, online learning and hands-on experience, including 1,000 hours of professional placements. By studying La Trobe's Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours), you will: gain essential knowledge in occupational science, anatomy, physiology and psychology uncover the best treatment options for people with special needs and chronic conditions explore communication as a foundation to your practice as a health professional learn about group theory, process and development understand cultural identity and responsiveness in relation to health and wellbeing, including First Nations' perspectives apply your learning with individuals and families and collaborate with employers, policymakers and other health professionals build skills in both qualitative and quantitative research design, then pursue an applied research project or industry-based thesis in your embedded Honours year graduate eligible to apply for registration with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia (OTBA). The qualification awarded on graduation is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 8 - Bachelor Degree Honours.

Fees & duration

Duration4 yr
Tuition (international)A$46,200
Application feeA$0

English test scores

IELTS7 overall
PTE50 overall

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Course structure

  • Year 1: Diverse Perspectives Of Occupation
  • Health And Wellbeing
  • Foundations Of Occupational Therapy And Occupational Science
  • Foundations Of Professional Communication
  • Health And Wellbeing Of People With Developmental Disabilities
  • Human Biosciences A
  • Introduction To Human Anatomy
  • Research And Evidence In Practice
  • Understanding Health And Wellbeing Year 2: Applied Human Anatomy
  • Groupwork In Occupational Therapy
  • Occupational Foundations
  • Psychosocial Practice
  • Human Pathophysiology
  • Integrating Evidence Into Practice
  • Brain And Mind
  • Participation In Diverse Communities Year 3: Enabling Change: Children And Families
  • Enabling Occupation Participation: Body Structure And Function
  • Ageing
  • Change And Continuity Across The Adult Lifespan
  • Musculoskeletal And Neurological Practice
  • Preparation For Occupational Therapy Practice
  • Professional Practice A Year 4: Transition To Practice
  • Professional Practice B
  • Professional Practice C

Career & PR pathway

Occupations this degree typically leads to, and their skilled-migration list status

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MLTSSLCSOL

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

Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or at least 25 in English other than EAL.

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