Master of Occupational Therapy Studies (MOccThySt)
Information valid for students commencing 2014
Duration
2 Years full-time
Commencing 2014
Summer Semester (01 Dec, 2014)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
40
Program code
5147
Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
A bachelor degree in a field (other than occupational therapy) such as health, education, social, physical or biological sciences with a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 4.0. Entry is competitive based on GPA. The GPA required for entry in summer 2013 was 4.35. This will vary from year to year. Pre-requisite courses completed in Statistics, Human Anatomy, Social Sciences and Human Physiology are required.
Additional application information
This program starts in summer semester and is a full two years in duration, including a second summer semester. Please note: this program requires a higher level of English language proficiency than the UQ minimum. IELTS minimum of 7 in all bands 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.
This program may have inherent requirements that need to be met prior to undertaking placement.
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.
How to Apply
Closing Date
To commence study in Summer - September 30 of the year of commencement.
Apply OnlineEnquiries for Australian students
School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences
Email: enquiries.shrs@uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 3365 4506
Duration
2 Years full-time
Commencing 2014
Summer Semester (01 Dec, 2014)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
40
Program code
5147
Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
A bachelor degree in a field (other than occupational therapy) such as health, education, social, physical or biological sciences with a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 4.0. Entry is competitive based on GPA. The GPA required for entry in summer 2013 was 4.35. This will vary from year to year. Pre-requisite courses completed in Statistics, Human Anatomy, Social Sciences and Human Physiology are required.
CRICOS Code: 002041G
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.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.
Closing Date
May 31 of the year of commencement.
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 Master of Occupational Therapy Studies?
This program equips graduate entry students with the theoretical knowledge, clinical skills and professional attributes necessary for a career in occupational therapy.
In addition to a focus on clinical occupational therapy practice, emphasis is placed on the use of prior skills and knowledge to enhance the effectiveness of occupational therapy practice; and the development of advanced adult learning skills for ongoing professional development.
What you can study
This program focuses on the practice of occupational therapy, interdisciplinary clinical studies in child health, psychiatry, and pathology, and directed study courses in the first year.
In second year, management, research, and advanced clinical practice is covered.
Courses and requirements
See the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Master of Occupational Therapy Studies.
Click on the course code to view the Course Profile, for further information including advice of courses with shared teaching activities.
Placement courses
Students are required to complete 1020 hours of supervised placement throughout the duration of their program. Some clinic placements are outside the Brisbane metropolitan area and students are expected to fund their travel, accommodation and daily living expenses. Students submit their interest and preferred areas for placements. Accommodation may be at local nurses quarters for Queensland Health placements for a minimal cost. Full-time placements are of 5 or 10 weeks duration and occur in the summer and second year of the program. Allocation will be as equitable as possible and issues of hardship will be dealt with at the discretion of the Head of Division.
Students cannot undertake placements outside Australia and New Zealand except:
- International students may be permitted to undertake a placement in their home country;
- Placements which are arranged by UQ staff in conjunction with another University as part of an established fieldwork exchange relationship;
- 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.
Research component
The program incorporates advanced training in clinical reasoning and independent research. There is an option to undertake a research project.
Study options
Graduates will have the opportunity to progress to the following programs:
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
Prerequisites
A bachelor degree in a field (other than occupational therapy) such as health, education, social, physical or biological sciences with a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 4.0. Entry is competitive based on GPA. The GPA required for entry in summer 2013 was 4.35. This will vary from year to year. Pre-requisite courses completed in Statistics, Human Anatomy, Social Sciences and Human Physiology are required.
Additional application information
This program starts in summer semester and is a full two years in duration, including a second summer semester. Please note: this program requires a higher level of English language proficiency than the UQ minimum. IELTS minimum of 7 in all bands 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.
This program may have inherent requirements that need to be met prior to undertaking placement.
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
A bachelor degree in a field (other than occupational therapy) such as health, education, social, physical or biological sciences with a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 4.0. Entry is competitive based on GPA. The GPA required for entry in summer 2013 was 4.35. This will vary from year to year. Pre-requisite courses completed in Statistics, Human Anatomy, Social Sciences and Human Physiology are required.
Additional application requirements
This program may have inherent requirements that need to be met prior to undertaking placement.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 002041G
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.
Click here for application procedures for International students.
Closing date
May 31 of the year of commencement.
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 Master of Occupational Therapy Studies
Careers
The Master of Occupational Therapy Studies program 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:
- Occupational Therapists Board of Queensland.
Accrediting body
This program has been accredited by:
- Australian Association Of Occupational Therapists
Program rules for the Master of Occupational Therapy Studies
To complete the Master of Occupational Therapy Studies
To fulfil the requirements of the Master of Occupational Therapy Studies, 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 #40 from the MOccThySt List. Refer to MOccThySt 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.
