- 4 years (or part-time equivalent)
- Ipswich
- Toowoomba
- Feb
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- AUD 33,600
- (Indicative annual fee)
- 111904C
Overview
- Learn to design and deliver high-quality occupational therapy (OT) assessment and interventions to individuals, their families and communities with UniSQ’s Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours).
- As one of the fastest growing registered allied health professions, occupational therapists work with people across the lifespan to help with injuries, developmental difficulties, illness, chronic health conditions or psychosocial needs to function in their environment.
- Become a leader in the delivery of digital health care to the many people who have difficulty accessing face-to-face health services.
- Gain comprehensive training in OT knowledge and skills and put theory into practice when completing 1000 hours of supervised clinical placement required for your occupational therapy registration.
- Benefit from the opportunity to complete your honours in one of two ways:
- The practice pathway focuses on industry partnerships and addresses everyday practice topics.
- The research pathway allows you to create an individual research project (this pathway is dependent on GPA).
Regardless of which honours pathway you choose, you will be eligible to apply for entry into a higher degree by research.
Exceptional lecturers
I’ve learned from exceptional lecturers who offer ongoing support and guidance in the field. The staff really mentor students to become competent and compassionate occupational therapists.
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Career outcomes
- As a graduate, you can register with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia and practise as an occupational therapist in Australia. You will also be eligible for registration with overseas professional bodies to enable you to work internationally.
- You can find work as an occupational therapist in hospitals, aged care services, disability services, child and adolescent services, community health services and mental health, private practice, or vocational rehabilitation services, and many more areas.
- This qualification equips graduates to be leaders in the delivery of digital health care, which is critical for people living in regional and rural communities, to be well-skilled in rural and remote health care.
Professional accreditation
This degree is accredited (with conditions) by the Occupational Therapy Council of Australia (Ltd) (OTC) and approved by the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia (OTBA). Graduates will be eligible to apply for registration as an Occupational Therapist with the OTBA once they satisfy the OTBA registration criteria.
This degree is compliant with World Federation of Occupational Therapists Minimum Standards for the Education of Occupational Therapists and will meet the Australian Occupational Therapy Competency Standards for safe and effective occupational therapy practice.
What you'll study
To graduate from the Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours), you must successfully complete 32 units of study.
Degree structure
An undergraduate university degree typically consists of a combination of core, major and elective courses designed to provide you with foundational knowledge and opportunities for an in-depth deeper dive into your chosen field.
Refer to the UniSQ Handbook for detailed recommended enrolment patterns and course availability.
You may be eligible for recognition of prior learning if you have previous studies or relevant work experience. This could reduce the number of courses you need to study to complete your degree.
Degree requirements
You will need to complete 1000 hours of supervised clinical experiences, in placements that will be organised by the University.
All students must be able to meet the physical and other professional requirements of clinical/professional practice within this degree.
Students are expected to fund a clinical uniform as well as travel and living expenses associated with placements, some of which may be outside the Ipswich/Toowoomba metropolitan area.
Entry requirements
You need to satisfy the following requirements to be considered for entry into this degree.
Use our International qualification converter to check country-specific grades (that are equivalent to Australian Year 12) you will need to apply for this degree.
Subject pre-requisites:
- English (Units 3 & 4, C), or equivalent
- at least one QCAA Science subject (Units 3 & 4, C) or equivalent.
Please note: Meeting entry requirements does not guarantee admission. Places within this degree are limited by quota. Quota size is determined by the availability of placements. Where the quota is filled, no further places will be offered.
You'll need to meet the applicable English language requirements and this degree requires:
- IELTS (Academic) - Minimum overall score of 7.0 and a minimum score of 7.0 in each of the four components - listening, reading, writing, and speaking.
Alternative English language proficiency tests may also be accepted.
During your study
While not needed to apply, you'll need to meet these requirements throughout your studies.
Inherent requirements are fundamental skills, capabilities, and knowledge that you must be able to demonstrate to achieve the essential learning outcomes of the degree, while maintaining the academic integrity of the degree.
If you think you may experience any problems meeting inherent requirements, you can talk to an Accessibility Support Officer about reasonable adjustments that may be put in place to assist you. Any reasonable adjustments made must not fundamentally change the nature of the inherent requirement.
Review the inherent requirements and make sure this degree is right for you.
You will need to provide the following documents prior to commencing any clinical placement:
- Blue Card or Working with Children Check
- National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Workers Screening Card
- Australian Federal Police Check certificate.
Plus evidence of the following immunisations:
- Hepatitis B immunisation evidence
- Measles, Mumps and Rubella immunisation evidence
- Varicella immunisation evidence
- Pertussis immunisation evidence
- Influenza immunisation evidence
- Tuberculosis Risk Assessment
- COVID-19 vaccinations as directed by health services
- Mask FIT testing
- Evidence of other relevant vaccinations for infectious diseases that may emerge.
Entry pathways
There is more than one way to get into university, and if you're not sure about your entry options get in touch to discuss.
Fees and scholarships
- This estimated 2025 annual fee is based on the current average rate for your first year of study (8 units per year) and does not include cost of materials such as textbooks, additional costs or the Student Services and Amenities fee.
- This is an indicative guide only and your fees will vary depending on the courses you select, with the actual rates calculated at enrolment.
- We review our fees annually and they may increase each year.
- Further details are available on the Fees website.
Additional costs
You may be required to pay the Student Services and Amenities Fee as part of your degree cost.
Placement courses may incur some additional costs, including uniform and equipment, transport to and from venues and, in some instances, living expenses, particularly for placements in rural and remote settings
UniSQ Scholarships
We offer scholarships for academic excellence, community leadership, and financial need - you can apply for more than one!
Find out moreHow to apply
The University accepts applications all year. Complete your online application directly to UniSQ.
ApplyYou can select to start your study in Trimester 1, 2 or 3.
| Study period | Orientation | Start date |
|---|---|---|
| Trimester 1, 2025 | Monday 3 February | Monday 10 February |
| Trimester 2, 2025 | Monday 19 May | Monday 26 May |
| Trimester 3, 2025 | Monday 1 September | Monday 8 September |
| Trimester 1, 2026 | Monday 9 February | Monday 16 February |
Preparing to apply
You've made the decision to study at UniSQ - congratulations! Take the next steps:
You can contact one of our approved agents to guide you through the application process. Our agents provide:
- advice on your study plans
- advice on applying to UniSQ
- document certification
- assistance with any pre-departure arrangements
- assistance with your visa requirements.
To support your application, you will need to submit certified copies of:
- identity documents (passport)
- evidence of your English language proficiency
- senior high school (A levels/Year 12) certificate and academic transcripts
- all post-secondary study certificates and academic transcripts (if any)
- evidence of work experience (if required).
Application dates can vary so be sure to check our key dates to get all the details.
It is important to apply early to allow enough time for your application to be assessed and processed to meet study commencement dates and participation in Orientation activities. You should also factor in visa processing requirements and timeframes, where applicable.
After you’ve submitted your application, you will be emailed a reference number. Please allow up to 14 days for assessment. If further assessment is required for course credits or exemptions, this process may take longer.
Once you have received your letter of offer from UniSQ, you will need to return your signed acceptance of offer form. The UniSQ team will contact you at this time with more information regarding next steps.
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Frequently asked questions
According to the National Skills Commission (2021), most Australian states have a shortage of occupational therapists. If you are looking for a career with vast employment opportunities now and into the future, occupational therapy is an excellent choice.
Occupational therapy is an industry suited to people who are empathetic, patient, excellent communicators and have a passion to help others improve the quality of their lives.
With a large demand in Australia for Health professionals, there is no better time to study a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours) at UniSQ.
An occupational therapy qualification can lead to many exciting career paths in a variety of allied health settings including:
- aged care
- assistive technology
- child and adolescent services
- community health
- disability services
- hospitals
- mental health services
- private practice
- rehabilitation.
The entry requirements to study a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours) will vary depending on the education provider you choose.
At UniSQ you need to meet a minimum ATAR and assumed knowledge. ‘Assumed knowledge’ is the term we use to explain the minimum level of knowledge we presume you have in some subject areas before you start your degree.
For further information on ATAR and assumed knowledge, please view the entry requirements section of this page.
Get a strong start to your career in occupational therapy.
- Benefit from practical/clinical experience and make the most of our work integrated learning with 1000 hours of industry-based placements. This allows you to gain real life experience in diverse occupational therapy settings.
- According to the latest ERA results, our research in medical and health sciences and public health and health services is well above world standard.
