Course

Master of Occupational Therapy

Approved Abbreviation: MOT

Western Sydney University Course Code: 4664.1

CRICOS Code: 068525J

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Occupational therapy is a highly regarded field in which you can apply your knowledge and skills to provide therapy for people who, because of illness, injury or circumstances, are limited in their ability to perform everyday tasks. The program promotes the value of human diversity, fundamental human rights and the dignity and worth of every client. Occupational therapists find employment in public and private hospitals, rehabilitation centres, insurance companies, schools and large corporations.

The Masters program is designed for graduates of health science and related disciplines seeking to enter the occupational therapy profession. The two year program covers the theory and practice of occupational therapy, practical experience in the field and specialised areas to develop the professional competencies important for ethical and safe practice and high quality care and the skills to work in multidisciplinary teams. Evidence-based practice is one of the most important trends in healthcare today and a strong feature of the program.

Study Mode
Two years full-time.

Accreditation
This program is accredited by the Occupational Therapy Council as an approved program of study in Australia and graduates are eligible for professional registration by the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA)

Inherent requirements

Inherent Requirements

Admission

Admission for Australian residents is through application via UAC.

Applicants who have undertaken studies overseas may have to provide proof of proficiency in English. Local and International applicants who are applying through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) will find details of minimum English proficiency requirements and acceptable proof on the UAC website. Local applicants applying directly to the University should also use the information provided on the UAC website.

http://www.uac.edu.au/

Prerequisites:

Three year degree in Health Science or related discipline completed in the last ten years

Grade point average greater than 5.0

All applicants will be assessed on their prior learning and given advice if additional units need to be completed in order to have the required background knowledge in behavioural and biological sciences.

International students apply directly to the University through the International Students Office.

International students applying to The University through the International Office can find details of minimum English proficiency requirements and acceptable proof on their website.

http://pubsites.uws.edu.au/international/

In order to enrol in First Year Autumn units, all students must have:

NSW Health National Criminal Record Check

Prohibited Employment Declaration Form

In order to enrol in First Year Spring units, all students must have:

First Aid Certificate

To be eligible to undertake fieldwork/ practice placements, students must comply with vaccination requirements and be prepared to submit a completed Adult Immunisation Card to placement institutions. Details of necessary vaccinations are available from NSW Health.

Course Structure

Qualification for this award requires the successful completion of 160 credit points including the units listed in the recommended sequence below.

Year 1

Autumn session

400911

Occupational Therapy Theory and Practice

400171

Occupation and Neurology

400169

Occupation and Mental Health

400912

Occupational Therapy Process