Federation University
Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours)
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationOccupational therapists are qualified health professionals who are skilled in a number of areas, including physical health, mental health, rehabilitation, pain management, driving assessments and paediatrics. Our program focuses on contemporary occupational therapy practice and is based on real-life scenarios and cases. It takes four years full-time to complete and covers a variety of topics. Some subjects are delivered with other health professional students so you will have an inter-professional experience, which will increase your employability upon graduation.
You’ll play a key role in helping clients by providing guidance and the physical skills required to modify and undertake daily tasks. You’ll also be key in helping people achieve participation in recreational/leisure activities that are important factors in enabling them to enjoy a fulfilling lifestyle.
Rural Australians have less access to occupational therapists than Australians who live in cities and the demand for qualified occupational therapists continues to grow. This program is designed to help to fill this gap, while providing you with rewarding career opportunities.
Delivery mode
Federation University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- Northways Rd, Churchill
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Entry requirements (year 12)
Admissions Criteria for current Year 12 students and recent secondary graduates (the past 2 years)
- Prerequisites
- Units 1 and 2: satisfactory completion in two units (any study combination) of any Mathematics: General Mathematics, Maths: Mathematical Methods or Maths: Specialist Mathematics.
- Units 3 and 4: satisfactory completion in one of Biology, Chemistry, Health and Human Development, Maths: Further Mathematics, Maths: Mathematical Methods, Maths: Specialist Mathematics, Physical Education or Physics.
- Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in any English.
This course uses the ATAR as part of its selection considerations.
Guaranteed ATAR
This program has a guaranteed ATAR. If you meet the program pre-requisites and any 'Essential Requirements for Admission', we will guarantee you a place in this program with this ATAR. We use the adjusted ATAR, factoring in subject adjustments and SEAS as detailed below:
- Subject Adjustments
- A study score of 35 in Biology, Chemistry or Physics equals 3 aggregate points per study. Overall maximum of 5 points.
Admission criteria for applicants with a Higher Education Study
Previous higher education studies with results at a pass level, including any 'single subjects of study'
Extra requirements
- Immunisation status.
- Working with Children (WWC) Check
- National Police Check
Course fees
Career opportunities
The Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours) will prepare you for the following roles.
Rehabilitation Consultant
A Rehabilitation Consultant supports individuals recovering from injury or illness to return to work or daily activities. You might work in healthc...
Occupational Therapist
An Occupational Therapist helps individuals improve their ability to perform daily activities through therapy and rehabilitation. They assess clien...
Neuromuscular Therapist
Neuromuscular Therapists are qualified Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists who work with clients with physical impairments due to neurolog...
Paediatric Occupational Therapist
Paediatric Occupational Therapists are registered health professionals who help children who are affected by illness, injury, disability, or mental...
Paediatric Speech Pathologist
A Paediatric Speech Pathologist assesses and treats speech, language, and communication disorders in children. You might work in hospitals, schools...
About Federation University
At Federation University, the desire to transform lives and enhance communities informs everything we do. From research that improves people’s lives right around the world, to supporting our students to succeed at their studies and in life – we make a difference.
