Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours)

Federation University Australia

CRICOS Institution Code 00103D

Duration

208 weeks

Delivery

On-campus

Study Load

On-campus · 40 hours per week (work component)

Intakes

Semester 1, 2027 (1 March 2027)

Course Overview

About This Course

Our comprehensive four-year program covers a variety of topics, focusing on contemporary occupational therapy practice, and based on real-life scenarios and cases. 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 or 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, so 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 locally, nationally and beyond.

Current Year 12 students whose primary residence is in a regional or remote area may be eligible to apply for this course through the Regional and Remote Entry Scheme. Eligible students can apply using the reduced Guaranteed ATAR and specific VTAC codes.

https://www.federation.edu.au/study/information/high-school-students/early-offer-program/guaranteed…

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Melbourne

470 Bourke Street, MELBOURNE, VIC 3000

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Student Information

Fees & Entry by Student Type

Provider's Published Fee

9537

Duration

208 weeks

Intakes

Semester 1, 2027 (1 March 2027)

Study Mode

On-campus

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

Domestic Students: Entry requirements (year 12) Prerequisites

Units 3 and 4: A study score of at least 25 in English, or
Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in any English (EAL); and
Units 1 and 2: satisfactory completion in Maths: General Mathematics, Maths: Mathematical Methods or Maths: Specialist Mathematics; and
Units 3 and 4: satisfactory completion in one of Maths: General Mathematics, Maths: Mathematical Methods, Maths: Specialist Mathematics, or
Units 3 and 4: satisfactory completion in Bilogy, Chemistry, Health and Human Development, Physical Education, Physics, PsychologyThis 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.

Entry requirements (non year 12) Admission criteria for applicants with a Higher Education Study

Successful completion of a cognate AQF level 7 bachelor's degree with a GPA 5.0 and above, or; Successful completion of any AQF level 7 bachelor's degree with a GPA 5.5 and above, or; Completion of 8 units in a Bachelor of Nursing, Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood Education), Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood & Primary), or Bachelor of Community and Human Services from Federation University (or other cognate courses) with a GPA 6.0 and above, or; Completion of the Federation Access Studies (FAST) course with a credit result or above in all units, and; completion of Anatomy and Physiology for Rehabilitation Science 1 (NHPBM1031) and Anatomy and Physiology for Rehabilitation Science 2 (NHPBM1032) with a pass result or above in both units.

English language requirements Overall Academic IELTS band score of 7, with no band less than 7, or equivalent.

Extra requirements Essential requirements for enrolment or graduation

Immunisations Compulsory: Prior to commencing clinical placements students are expected to provide evidence of current immunisation status. Working with children check Compulsory: Applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children (WWC) Check for the relevant state prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course. For more information see Federation University Australia WWCC information and Working with Children in Victoria.

Police record check Compulsory: Applicants will be required to hold a valid National Police Check for professional placements as part of this course. For more information see Federation University Australia police check information and Victoria Police national police record checks

NDIS Work Screening Test

International Students: Academic entry requirements Successful completion of Australian Year 12 (ATAR) or overseas equivalent.

English language requirements Overall Academic IELTS band score of 7, with no band less than 7, or equivalent.

ATAR Guaranteed ATAR Score ATAR 70.00

Applicable to onshore international students applying for undergraduate/bachelor degree programs only.

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Occupational therapists are employed in public and private hospitals medical rehabilitation centres community health centres home care services aged care facilities psychiatric clinics hostels and hospitals vocational rehabilitation centres schools and educational facilities independent living/respite centres and private practice. Occupational therapists work with people across the lifespan in injury prevention and management and with the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS).

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Professional Body

Occupational Therapy Council of Australia (OTC)

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Skills Assessor

OTC

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units22 units

NHPBM1031

Anatomy and Physiology for Rehabilitation Science 1

NHPRH1002

Communication Skills for Health Professionals

NHPRH1004

Foundations of Allied Health Professional Practice

NHPOT1011

Introduction to Occupation and Occupational Therapy

NHPBM1032

Anatomy and Physiology for Rehabilitation Science 2

NHPHS1003

Life Span Development for Health A

NHPHS1401

Health and Healthcare in Australia

NHPOT1012

Enabling Occupation through Partnerships

NHPRH2002

Clinical Medicine for Therapy

NHPHS2101

Health Professional Research 1

NHPOT2015

Physical and Cognitive-Neurological Determinants of Occupation

NHPHS2102

Health Professional Research 2

NHPOT2013

Psycho-emotional Determinants of Occupation

NHPOT2014

Contextual Determinants of Occupation

NHPOT2016

Rural and Remote Primary and Public Health Care in Occupational Therapy

NHPOT3015

Design and Delivery of Occupation Based Interventions

NHPOT3018

Professional Practice Preparation

NHPOT3020

Rural and Urban Practice 1

NHPOT3021

Rural and Urban Practice 2

NHPOT4022

Advanced Rural or Urban Practice

NHPOT4025

Advancing Professional Practice

NHPOT4027

Advancing Reflective Practice

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I find more information about the Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours) at Federation University?

The page content retrieved did not contain specific details about the Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours). Prospective students are encouraged to contact Federation University directly via phone at 1800 FED UNI (1800 333 864) for domestic enquiries or visit the official Federation University website for full course details.

How can I apply for a course at Federation University Australia?

Federation University Australia provides an Apply option accessible through their main website navigation. Prospective students can contact the university at 1800 FED UNI (1800 333 864) for domestic enquiries or reach out via the international contact options listed on the website.

Is Federation University Australia a registered higher education provider?

Yes, Federation University Australia is a registered higher education provider with ABN 51 818 692 256, CRICOS provider number 00103D, RTO code 4909, TEQSA PRV12151 Australian University, and is a member of the Regional Universities Network (RUN).

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Course Snapshot

Typical Salary (AUD)

Entry-level (0-2 years)$65,000 – $78,000/yr

Early Career (2-5 years)$78,000 – $92,000/yr

Mid-Level (5-10 years)$92,000 – $110,000/yr

Career Paths

Graduate Occupational Therapist
NDIS Occupational Therapist
Community Occupational Therapist
Paediatric Occupational Therapist
Mental Health Occupational Therapist

Key Skills

Clinical assessment and functional capacity evaluation
Therapeutic intervention planning and implementation
Assistive technology prescription and equipment recommendation
Home and environmental modification assessment
Paediatric development assessment and intervention

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