University of Tasmania

Master of Occupational Therapy

University of Tasmania

Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00586B

Acquire the professional knowledge, skills, and attributes to become an Occupational Therapist and support people who experience challenges to live a meaningful life. The Master of Occupational Therapy will prepare you to work with people to enhance their ability to engage in the occupations (activities) they need, want, or are expected to perform and to participate in their communities. Adopting a strength-based approach, occupational therapists use a range of strategies to help those affected by disability, injury, or illness, or psychological or emotional difficulties to participate in meaningful occupations across the lifespan. You will learn how to support people to overcome barriers and to achieve their goals as a culturally safe and ethical practitioner.

Subjects

  • Occupational Therapy

Standard entry requirements

  • A bachelors degree, masters degree, or a PhD from an Australian higher education provider
  • Completed the equivalent of the following pre-requisites within the last 10 years:
  • A minimum of two units (25 CPU) of relevant systems human anatomy and physiology
  • One unit (12.5 CPU) of study focused on social perspectives in health, such as psychology or sociology, and
  • One unit (12.5 CPU) study of research methods
  • And/or evidence-based practice.

Study information

CampusFeesEntryMid year intakeAttendance
Launceston International: $94,675 No
  • Full-time : 2 years
  • Part-time : 5 years

Fee comments

Campuses: Launceston.

Also available for Domestic, Please Contact University of Tasmania for more information about tuition fees.

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