The Bond University Master of Occupational Therapy program has been designed to prepare graduates with the professional qualifications required to practice as an Occupational Therapist in Australia.
The program aims to produce graduates with the comprehensive skills and knowledge to succeed as occupational therapists in both national and international healthcare environments, as well as possess the business acumen to compete in a health care setting of increasing privatisation.
It is the first Occupational Therapy Masters in Australia to offer you the opportunity to complete a clinical research project or undertake business electives in preparation for a career in private practice.
You will engage in research training before specialising in one of two elective pathways:
- Clinically-focused Research Pathway – the clinically focused research pathway culminates in an individual research project that may be eligible for publication. This pathway prepares you for entry into higher research degrees and careers in research and academia, as well as bolstering research networks; or
- Business-focused Research Pathway – enables you to undertake business electives that will enable you to undertake management roles, and better prepare you to work in the growing private sector. The pathway culminates in an industry research project where you will apply both research and business skills.
You will be taught by academics and industry staff who are current practicing clinicians with up to date industry knowledge.
You will have the opportunity to develop specialist skills related to the practice of occupational therapy through extensive professional practice placements in a variety of settings such as private practice, community and mental health services, aged care and hospitals. The program places a strong emphasis on practical experience with 1,000 hours of practice education across various clinical contexts.
All students will also engage in research, providing preparation for future research careers.
AccreditationThe Master of Occupational Therapy program has been accredited with conditions by the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia. A graduate of this program is eligible to apply for registration through the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia.
This program is also recognised by the World Federation of Occupational Therapists.
Academic entry requirementsA degree in health sciences or other related degree and the equivalent of at least one semester of anatomy, one semester of physiology AND two semesters of psychology OR sociology OR behavioural science.
Applicants who do not meet the pre requisite subject requirements may complete bridging subjects prior to entry.
