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Occupational Therapy degrees in Australia in 2024

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Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours) Bachelor Degree

Western Sydney University Australia

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Bachelor of Occupational Therapy UG:Bachelor

Australian Catholic University (ACU) Australia

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Bachelor of Occupational Therapy Bachelors

University of Canberra Australia

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Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours) Bachelor Degree

CQUniversity Australia Australia

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Bachelor of Occupational Therapy Bachelor Degree

Charles Sturt University Australia

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Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours) Bachelor Degree

The University of Adelaide Australia

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Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours) Bachelor Degree

James Cook University (JCU) Australia

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Bachelor of Health Science/Master of Occupational Therapy Bachelor Degree

Charles Darwin University (CDU) Australia

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Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours) Bachelor Degree

University of South Australia Australia

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Occupational Therapy Degrees in Australia

Study Occupational Therapy Degrees

Occupational therapy looks at the promotion of good health and helping people to overcome various problems to live a better and more independent life. Those people may require your skills as an occupational therapist due to an illness or injury, a chronic pain issue, mental health problems, or mobility issues. The overall aim of an occupational therapist is to increase the quality of life of their client or patient.

Graduates of a degree in occupational therapy will have a range of career options available to them. The most common career is to become an occupational therapist within different healthcare settings, such as hospitals, care homes, and schools.

Your degree will be delivered through a mixture of modes. These will include lectures and seminars, as well as possible practical sessions. Depending on your course, you may also be presented with the opportunity to take part in a work placement. Modules you study could include:

  • Occupational Performance
  • Working with Children and Young People
  • Working with Adults and Elderly People
  • Specialist Skills within Occupational Therapy
  • Leadership and Management in Occupational Therapy

Study in Australia

Famous for surfing, sunshine and beaches, Australia has so much to offer to international students. The country's rich culture and history makes it a incredibly diverse country, and one that is welcoming and warm towards the international community. Australia has long been seen as a global leader in higher education, and places emphasis on delivering world-class education to both domestic and international students. The Group of Eight Universities is a prestigious group of universities that focus on providing internationally renowned faculty and research facilities across Australian higher education.

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