University of South Australia
Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours)
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationStart your unstoppable career in occupational therapy, and be at the forefront of helping people of all ages to actively participate in society, irrespective of limitations.
Occupational therapists empower people to live full and rewarding lives, every day. With UniSA, you'll learn how to help people overcome constraints caused by injury or illness, as well as emotional, developmental, environmental, societal, age-related and psychological limitations.
Delivery mode
University of South Australia offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- 61-68 North Terrace, Adelaide
- Corner of North Terrace and, Frome Rd, Adelaide
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
English Language Entry Requirements
In addition to meeting academic entry requirements, international students who speak English as a second or additional language must also meet the University's English language entry requirements. The minimum language requirements for this program are:
| English Language Test | IELTS Total | IELTS Reading | IELTS Writing | IELTS Speaking | IELTS Listening |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS | 7.0 | 7.0 | 7.0 | 7.0 | 7.0 |
Admission Criteria
The admission criteria have been grouped to assist you in easily finding the information most relevant to your circumstances. However, you may fit into more than one, and the university will consider applicants against each of the relevant criteria.
Certain conditions apply. For more information, refer to Appendix 4 of the University's Selection and Entry policy.
Applicants are required to meet one of the following criteria with a competitive result and demonstrate that they fulfill any prerequisite requirements and essential requirements for admission:
- Meet any prerequisite requirements with a minimum grade of C- or equivalent
- AND
- Qualify for the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE) and achieved a competitive Selection Rank (ATAR), or
- Complete secondary qualifications equivalent to SACE, or
- Complete the International Baccalaureate Diploma with a minimum score of 24 points
- Complete or partly complete a recognized higher education program at a recognized higher education institution, or
- Complete at least four Open Universities Australia (OUA) courses at the undergraduate level or above
- Complete an award from a registered training organization at Certificate IV or above
- Qualify for Special Entry, or
- Complete a 12-month UniSA Foundation Studies program or equivalent, or
- Hold completed secondary qualifications equivalent to SACE obtained more than 2 years in the past
Course fees
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Career opportunities
The Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours) will prepare you for the following roles.
Rehabilitation Consultant
A Rehabilitation Consultant supports individuals recovering from injury or illness to return to work or daily activities. You might work in healthc...
Occupational Therapist
An Occupational Therapist helps individuals improve their ability to perform daily activities through therapy and rehabilitation. They assess clien...
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