UndergraduateNursing & Health Sciences
Bachelor of Occupational Therapy
University of Canberra, Canberra, ACT, Australia
About this program
The University of Canberra's Bachelor of Occupational Therapy is a four-year, 96 credit point degree that prepares graduates to assess and support people's participation in everyday activities across health, disability, education and aged care settings. Study covers occupational therapy theory and practice, anatomy, mental health and research methods, with competencies built through structured clinical blocks totalling around 1,000 hours of supervised fieldwork in hospitals, clinics, schools and community organisations.
The course is accredited by the Occupational Therapy Council of Australia and approved by the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia, so graduates are eligible to apply for registration as occupational therapists, and it meets World Federation of Occupational Therapists standards. High-achieving students can transfer into an honours stream. Graduates work in public, private and community services including rehabilitation, forensic and community health settings. It suits students committed to a registered allied health profession with strong hands-on placement content.
Fees & duration
English test scores
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Course structure
Study plan in 11 parts
Year 1, Semester 1
4 units- 5258Counselling Communication
- 10299Introduction to Occupational Therapy
- 11400Professional Orientation (Health)
- 9808Regional Anatomy and Physiology
Year 1, Semester 2
4 units- 11852Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People's Health Contexts
- 10300Foundations of Occupational Therapy
- 10301Occupational Therapy Toolbox 1
- 6529Systemic Anatomy and Physiology
Year 1, Winter
1 units- 11399Understanding People and Behaviour
Year 2, Semester 1
3 units- 11990Child Development
- 12258Occupational Therapy and Mental Health
- 12257Professional Reasoning in Occupational Therapy
Year 2, Semester 2
4 units- 8580Epidemiology and Principles of Research
- 11398Introduction to Research in the Health Sciences
- 10310Occupation in Context
- 10302Occupational Therapy Toolbox 2
Year 2, OT Block 3
1 units- 12259OTPP 1: Foundations of Professional Practice
Year 3, Semester 1
4 units- 6853Group Work
- 10308Humans as Occupational Beings 1
- 11726Integrated Physiology
- 11916Occupational Therapy Skills and Reasoning
Year 3, Semester 2
1 units- 10313Readiness for Occupational Therapy Practice
Year 3, OT Block 5
1 units- 12260OTPP 2: Developing Practice Competency
Year 4, Semester 1
2 units- 12262Contemporary Occupational Therapy Practice
- 10311Humans as Occupational Beings 2
Year 4, OT Block 4
1 units- 12261OTPP 3: Transition to Professional Practice
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
Admission to this course is based on an entrance rank. A rank can be achieved by the following means: . - Year 12 ATAR . - other Australian Qualification . - work experience . - overseas qualification . We also offer a number of entry initiatives that give you the opportunity to gain entry to the University via alternate pathway programs and admissions schemes. More information is available on our Alternative Entry page: http://www.canberra.edu.au/future-students/applications/apply-now/alternative-entry . Admission to this course is competitive. Applications will be assessed on the basis of academic merit and the number of available places. Domestic applications will open on the 1st September. First offer round applications must be received by 30th November with offers being released mid-December. Applications remain open while vacancies exist for ongoing consideration of offers. Applications from international students are accepted on an ongoing basis while vacancies exist. Please refer to the key dates ( https://www.canberra.edu.au/future-students/apply-to-uc/key-dates) for further information.
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