University of South Australia
Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours)
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationUnleash your unstoppable career in occupational therapy, and be at the forefront of helping people of all ages to actively participate in society, irrespective of limitations. This four-year honours degree will teach you how to help people overcome constraints caused by injury or illness, and help them navigate and manage emotional, developmental, environmental, societal, age-related and psychological limitations.
As a registered occupational therapist, you’ll be an integral part of the allied health workforce. You’ll be able to work across a variety of areas, ranging from hospitals and private practice to aged care and schools, with strong applicability into international workforces.
As an honours degree, you will graduate with a respected qualification, and can tailor your studies to either a professional or research stream, depending on your career goals.
Delivery mode
University of South Australia offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- Corner of North Terrace and, Frome Rd, Adelaide, SA
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- Completed Year 12 (ATAR optional) with ATAR 89.05 or equivalent
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 University of South Australia
The University of South Australia is Australia’s University of Enterprise. Our culture of innovation is anchored around global and national links to academic, research and industry partners. Our graduates are the new urban professionals, global citizens at ease with the world and ready to create and respond to change.
Our research is inventive and adventurous and we create new knowledge that is central to global economic and social prosperity.
