Master of Occupational Therapy

About

Want to delve deeper into the science and strategies that help people live full and meaningful lives regardless of age, disability, social or mental limitations? If so, UC’s Master of Occupational Therapy is the course for you. This course is perfect for students who are committed to a career transforming the lives of everyday people, groups, and communities and who are serious about earning the qualifications to prove it.

Work Integrated Learning is an integral part of this course, giving you an invaluable opportunity to gain practical experience and form strong relationships with industry stakeholders and professionals before graduating. Over two years, you’ll participate in 1000 hours of practical education in places such as hospitals, health clinics, community organisations, school and aged care facilities both locally or nationally.

This qualification is recognised by Occupational Therapy Australia and the World Federation of Occupational Therapists which can open doors and opportunities in the health profession on a global scale.

Admission criteria

A bachelor degree as approved by the University with a credit or higher average.

Additional application requirements

A police check and immunisations record are required to commencing practice education. Results of the police check must be satisfactory for students to be accepted for practice education placements in a variety of healthcare settings.

There are non-standard English language proficiency requirements for this course.

Closing dates

The on time closing date for applications is 30 April 2025, however, applications can be submitted until 30 June 2025. On time applications will be given assessment and offer priority. Applications submitted after 30 April 2025 will be considered if there are sufficient places still available.

Limited Commonwealth-supported places (CSPs) are available for this course and will be awarded on academic merit. To be considered for a CSP, please submit your application by 30 April 2025. Eligible applicants will be notified from 15 May 2025. The University will continue to issue fee-paying (FEE) offers until this date, offers for any eligible CSP applicants will be updated accordingly.

Note: Offers will clearly indicate a deadline by which applicants must accept. If the offer is not accepted by this date, it will be rescinded. Offers for this course cannot be deferred. This course has limited places available. Not all applicants who meet the application deadline and requirements may be successful.

Fees and charges

^ Fee column represents an annual amount unless the course duration is less than one year; the amount then represents the full cost of the course.

Australian Government financial assistance

University of Canberra scholarships and financial assistance

Further information

Read the full course details on the University of Canberra website.

Visit the Faculty of Health website.
Call 1800 864 226.
Email study@canberra.edu.au

The Faculty of Health at UC educates clinicians, professionals and researchers to be leaders in the ever changing sectors of health and sport. With a focus on innovative education methods, the Faculty is continuously evolving with the environment and producing high quality graduates and leading health research.