Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (BOccThy)
Information valid for students commencing 2015
Please refer to: BACHELOR OF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY (HONOURS)
The Bachelor of Occupational Therapy is no longer available.
Duration
4 Years full-time
Commencing 2015
Semester 1 (02 Mar, 2015)
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
64
Program code
2022
Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
English and one of Biological Science, Chemistry or Physics.
Additional application information
For applicants who need to provide evidence of English proficiency, please note: this program requires a higher level of English language proficiency than the UQ minimum. IELTS minimum of 7in each band is required.
Students are required to provide proof of immunisation against certain diseases, including hepatitis B before the commencement of study.
A Senior First Aid Certificate (including CPR) and a Blue Card are also required before the commencement of clinical practice.
Further details of these requirements will be provided with offer material.
AQF level
AQF level 7
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Enquiries for Australian students
School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences
Email: enquiries.shrs@uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 3365 4506
Duration
4 Years full-time
Commencing 2015
Semester 1 (02 Mar, 2015)
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
64
Program code
2022
Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
English and one of Biological Science, Chemistry or Physics. View the equivalent qualifications for international students.
CRICOS Code: 001957E
English Proficiency
IELTS overall 7; reading 7; writing 7; speaking 7; listening 7. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ,
view the English proficiency policy.View the entry requirements for international students.
AQF level
AQF level 7
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the UQ International Admissions Office.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
This program is eligible for Streamlined Visa Processing.
How to applyEnquiries for International students
International Student Advisor
Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980
Why study the Bachelor of Occupational Therapy?
Occupational therapists are health professionals trained to assist people of all ages overcome factors which limit their ability to function in certain "occupational roles". These limiting factors may have been caused by injury or illness; psychological or emotional difficulties; developmental delay; or the effects of ageing.
Occupational therapists consider individual strengths, disabilities, goals, and social and environmental resources, then work to optimise clients' functioning ability and quality of life.
What you can study
The first year of this program combines studies in theoretical and practical occupational therapy, with biological and behavioural sciences.
In second year, students develop this knowledge and apply theory to practical problems of occupational therapy.
Third-year students focus on occupational therapy techniques, with clinical practice in teaching units in hospitals and community health agencies.
The final year extends clinical experience and examines professional issues. Students also undertake studies in statistics and research techniques.
Courses and requirements
See the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelor of Occupational Therapy.
Click on the course code to view the Course Profile, for further information including advice of courses with shared teaching activities.
Placement courses
Some placements are outside the Brisbane metropolitan area and students are expected to fund their travel, accommodation and daily living expenses. Students submit their preferred areas for placements. It may be possible to arrange accommodation at nurses quarters for Queensland Health placements for a minimal cost. Allocation will be as equitable as possible and issues of hardship will be dealt with at the discretion of the head of division. Placements are usually conducted on a full time basis in the third and fourth years and are of 7 or 10 weeks duration.
Students cannot undertake block fieldwork placements outside Australia and New Zealand except:
1. International students at UQ may be able to undertake a placement in their home country.
2. Placements which are arranged by UQ staff in conjunction with another University as part of an established fieldwork exchange relationship.
3. Placements in developing countries supervised by UQ staff (or staff of other approved Universities in an established placement program).
For all overseas placements, the student must have an acceptable prior level of performance and the Course Coordinator must approve the timing of the placement.
Overseas placements are not generally recommended for a first placement.
Research component
In years three and four all students learn statistics and research techniques but those enrolled in honours undertake different courses to those taken by pass degree students.
Honours
Honours is a modified program of study in year 3 and 4, with entry based on grade point average.
Study options
Graduates will have the opportunity to progress to the following programs:
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
Prerequisites
English and one of Biological Science, Chemistry or Physics.
Additional application information
For applicants who need to provide evidence of English proficiency, please note: this program requires a higher level of English language proficiency than the UQ minimum. IELTS minimum of 7in each band is required.
Students are required to provide proof of immunisation against certain diseases, including hepatitis B before the commencement of study.
A Senior First Aid Certificate (including CPR) and a Blue Card are also required before the commencement of clinical practice.
Further details of these requirements will be provided with offer material.
Entry requirements for International students
View the entry requirements for international students.
Prerequisites
English and one of Biological Science, Chemistry or Physics. View the equivalent qualifications for International students.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 001957E
English proficiency
IELTS overall 7; reading 7; writing 7; speaking 7; listening 7. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ,
View the English proficiency policy.How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the UQ International Admissions Office.
Click here for application procedures for International students.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
This program is eligible for Streamlined Visa Processing.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Additional costs
- Students are expected to fund travel and living expenses associated with placements, some of which may be outside the Brisbane metropolitan area.
- Senior First Aid Certificate (including CPR) (approx $155)
- Clinical uniform - Shirts (approx $25); bottle green slacks (either be their own or can be purchased for approx $60)
What you can do with a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy
Careers
The BOccThy is recognised by the World Federation of Occupational Therapists.
Occupational therapists work in:
- public and private hospitals;
- country or community health centres;
- rehabilitation units (medical, vocational, psychiatric);
- regular and special schools;
- consultation services;
- special centres providing development and training for persons with a social, intellectual or physical disability;
- independent living centres;
- workplace health and safety units;
- nursing homes;
- psychiatric clinics and hostels;
- residential and rehabilitation centres for people with an intellectual disability;
- centres of tertiary education;
- research institutions;
- private practice.
To find out more about where a career in Occupational Therapy can take you, visit www.uq.edu.au/health/careers
Professional memberships
Graduates may be eligible for membership with the following organisations:
- Australian Association of Occupational Therapists
- Occupational Therapists Board of Queensland.
Accrediting body
This program has been accredited by:
- Australian Association Of Occupational Therapists
Program rules for the Bachelor of Occupational Therapy
To complete the Bachelor of Occupational Therapy
To fulfil the requirements of the Bachelor of Occupational Therapy, a student must complete the requisite number of courses chosen from the course list in accordance with the Program Rules.
A student is required to obtain #64 from Part A of the BOccThy List. For honours, a student is required to obtain #64 taking a program modified as listed in Part B of the BOccThy List. Refer to BOccThy rules for further information.
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland policies and rules which govern the conduct of UQ programs. These may be found on the UQ policies and rules page on the my.UQ website.
