Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours)
Monash University
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00008C
A Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours) degree prepares you to qualify as an occupational therapist. In this accredited program, you’ll learn how to help people of all ages participate in everyday activities, and the gain knowledge, skills and practical experience needed for a career in occupational therapy.
Structure
The course develops through theme studies in related knowledge on occupation and health, therapeutic interventions and research in practice, which come together in professional practice and are demonstrated in the final placement and portfolio examination.
Subjects
- Occupational therapy
Standard entry requirements
Applicants must be 18 years of age 1 July 2023, to meet the mandatory requirements for clinical placements.All Monash undergraduate courses require you to have successfully completed a minimum of an Australian Year 12 qualification (or equivalent) and achieve the required academic entry score. Most Monash faculties generally use your most recent studies for admission however other guidelines may apply where your prior qualification may be considered.
Recognition
The Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours) is accredited by the Occupational Therapy Council (Australia & New Zealand) Ltd and the World Federation of Occupational Therapists. This enables graduates to work worldwide subject to registration requirements of that country. International students should note that an IELTS of 7 is required to register to practice in Australia.
Study pathways
Applicants must have completed the VCE subject prerequisites or equivalent university units.Applicants who have completed Year 12 or above: This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations. To be considered on your tertiary results alone you must complete at least one year of full time study (48 credit points) of a recognised university degree with a minimum average mark required is high credit 65%. These are minimum requirements, admissions to this course is competitive and applicants may need to meet a higher requirement to be offered a place. Students are eligible to apply for recognition of prior learning only for university level units. TAFE/VET: Graded AQF Diplomas will be considered for entry into this course. Admission will be based on academic merit and applicants should have at least a minimum 65% average. Students are not able to apply for recognition of prior learning of graded TAFE/VET units. Only university-level units are eligible for applying for credit. Ungraded (competent/not competent) diplomas will not be considered. Qualifications below diploma level will not meet the entry requirements (e.g. Cert IV).
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Entry | Mid year intake | Attendance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peninsula | International: $176,000 |
| No |
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Further information
Students undertaking a Faculty Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences course with clinical or fieldwork placements must demonstrate compliance with police, working with children checks and immunisation requirements.
