Create a positive impact and deliver life-changing outcomes to people of all ages

Develop the knowledge and skills needed to work as an occupational therapist. You'll learn how to enable people to do the activities (or occupations) they need or want to do in order to live a meaningful life, but have difficulty doing due to illness, injury, marginalisation or exclusion.

You will study occupational therapy theory and practice, occupational science, and other sciences such as psychology, sociology and anatomy. A hallmark of this degree is its truly contemporary view of occupational therapy, in keeping with current international trends.

Occupational therapy is an exciting profession that opens up numerous opportunities for graduates. Many will work in health and social care settings but an increasing number will create new roles to address some of the major issues impacting Australia and other parts of the world.

Interprofessional learning

To prepare you for the future of healthcare, we harness the latest in interprofessional learning technology and teaching approaches. You'll learn alongside students and staff from the full range of clinical areas, preparing you to work across communities as part of a multidisciplinary team.

State-of-the-art facilities

Our exceptional facilities and labs provide an unrivalled learning experience. You'll have the opportunity to learn in unique environments including our $150 million Griffith Health Centre and an immersive virtual learning environment, as well as on-site clinics for student placements in allied health, occupational and physical therapy labs for hands-on practice, and more.

Professional placements

You will apply the skills and knowledge you have learnt to real-life situations preparing you for the wide range of opportunities available in this in-demand field.

Academic entry requirements (by country)

Academic entry requirements apply to International applicants for this program. You can view the academic entry requirements for this program here.

Middle Eastern Secondary School Leaving Certificate (Tawjihiyah)

Grade average of 78 in the final year results OR successful completion of a recognised pre-tertiary or foundation program OR successful completion of one year study at a recognised tertiary or higher education institution is required in addition to the completion of High School studies.

English language requirements apply to applicants whose previous study was undertaken in a language other than English. The minimum English language requirements for such applicants for entry to this program are as follows:

• A minimum overall band score of 7.0 on IELTS (Academic) with no sub-score of less than 7.0
• OR an internet-based (iBT) TOEFL score of 94 with the following minimum scores in each section of the test:
  • 24 for listening | 24 for reading | 27 for writing | 23 for speaking
• OR a minimum overall score of 65 in the Pearson Test of English (Academic) with a minimum score of 65 in each of the four communicative skills (listening, reading, writing and speaking)
• OR the Occupational English Test (OET) with a minimum score of B in each of the four components (listening, reading, writing and speaking).

Applicants should refer to the Admission Procedure (and English Language Proficiency Schedule) for further information.

You will be prepared for a career in a variety of workplaces, including in hospitals, disability services, private practice and support organisations, universities, and government departments. You'll also have the professional and entrepreneurial skills to create your own opportunities working with individuals, groups and communities in social enterprises, charities, refugee detention centres, large companies, schools and prisons.