Master of Occupational Therapy Studies (MOccThySt)
Information valid for students commencing 2020
Duration
2.5 Years full-time
Commencing 2020
Semester 2 (27 Jul, 2020)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
40
Program code
5147
Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
AQF level
AQF level 9
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
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 2 - May 31 of the year of commencement.
Enquiries for Australian students
School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences
Email: enquiries.shrs@uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 3365 4506
Online enquiry: click here
Duration
2.5 Years full-time
Commencing 2020
Semester 2 (27 Jul, 2020)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
40
Program code
5147
Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Applicants must hold a bachelor degree and have completed university level studies in statistics, human anatomy, human physiology, and social sciences.
Please see 'Additional application information' below for further details on entry requirements.
Entry is competitive based on GPA, with a limited intake capacity.
The minimum GPA to be considered for admission into this program is 4.0. The GPA cut-off for those offered a place in 2019 was 4.92.
CRICOS Code: 002041G
English Proficiency
IELTS Academic - overall 7; reading 7; writing 7; speaking 7; listening 7. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ
TOEFL IBT - Overall 100, listening 25, reading 25, writing 27, speaking 23.TOEFL PB - Overall 600, listening 59, reading 59, writing 64/6.Pearson Academic - Overall 72, sub bands minimum 72.CES - Overall 185, All sub bands minimum 185.BE and OET are not accepted. view the English proficiency policy.AQF level
AQF level 9
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 Online Application Form.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 2 - May 31 of the year of commencement.
Enquiries 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?
Occupational therapists assist people of all ages to overcome barriers which affect their ability to engage in everyday activities that are meaningful and important to them. They use assessment and treatments to develop, recover or maintain the daily living and work skills of people affected by injury or illness, psychological or emotional difficulties, developmental delays or ageing. Occupational therapists work with clients to identify and eliminate environmental barriers to independence and participation in daily activities. They do this through a range of treatment strategies designed to enhance the person's ability, such as modifying the task or environment, skill development and/or education.
Study the Master of Occupational Therapy Studies at UQ and you will learn from award-winning teachers, researchers and clinical educators. This program will give you the theoretical knowledge, professional attributes, and clinical and research skills necessary for a career in occupational therapy.
What you can study
This program is conducted full-time over 2.5 years (5 semesters), beginning in July (semester 2) of each year. In the introductory semester, studies relate to foundation occupational therapy knowledge, and integrating earlier learning with the occupational focus. In the first full year of the program, students advance on this knowledge and apply theory to practical scenarios related to occupational therapy. In the second year, students complete full-time practice education placements, examine professional issues and management, and continue to develop skills in research.
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 undertake over 1000 hours of supervised clinical practice in a range of clinical settings that includes hospitals, educational facilities, other health care organisations, private practices and UQ's internal clinics. During placements, students will have the opportunity to apply their theoretical knowledge acquired through coursework and research to practice and develop their clinical skills in real life settings.
Students will undertake a variety of sessional practical experiences from year one before commencing full-time clinical placement blocks during year three.
Students may be required to undertake clinical placements outside of the Brisbane metropolitan area and students are required to fund their travel, accommodation and daily living expenses.
This program has pre-placement requirements which must be met prior to commencement of the program or a placement course. Further details can be found on the Placement Ready website.
Research component
The program incorporates advanced training in clinical reasoning and independent research. Students may opt to undertake an individual research project in their final year.
Study options
Graduates will have the opportunity to progress to the following programs:
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
See the Study at UQ website for admissions information
How to Apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 2 - May 31 of the year of commencement.
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
Applicants must hold a bachelor degree and have completed university level studies in statistics, human anatomy, human physiology, and social sciences.
Please see 'Additional application information' below for further details on entry requirements.
Entry is competitive based on GPA, with a limited intake capacity.
The minimum GPA to be considered for admission into this program is 4.0. The GPA cut-off for those offered a place in 2019 was 4.92.
Additional application requirements
To be considered for enrolment, an applicant must:
- hold a bachelor degree; study in fields such as health, education, social, physical or biological sciences is recommended.
- if the bachelor degree was completed more than 10 years prior to program commencement, have subsequently completed within 10 years prior to commencement either a postgraduate qualification, or a minimum of 8 units/4 courses of university level study.
- have successfully completed, within the 10 years prior to program commencement, the following university level study:
- 2 units (1 course) in statistics; and
- 2 units (1 course) in human anatomy; and
- 2 units (1 course) in human physiology; and
- 4 units (2 courses) in social sciences, e.g. introductory psychology, sociology, anthropology.
Suitable UQ pre-requisite courses
| Statistics | STAT1201 or PSYC1040 |
| Human Anatomy | BIOM2020 or BIOM3002 |
| Human Physiology | BIOM2011 or BIOM2012 |
| Psychology | NEUR1020 or PSYC1030 |
| Sociology | SOCY1030 |
At the commencement of the program you are required to obtain, and thereafter hold for the duration of the program, a current First Aid Certificate (including CPR) and Blue Card. You will also be required to provide evidence that you do not carry blood-borne transmissible viruses or tuberculosis (TB) and comply with a schedule of immunisations. See habs.uq.edu.au/placement-ready
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 002041G
English proficiency
IELTS Academic - overall 7; reading 7; writing 7; speaking 7; listening 7. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ
TOEFL IBT - Overall 100, listening 25, reading 25, writing 27, speaking 23.TOEFL PB - Overall 600, listening 59, reading 59, writing 64/6.Pearson Academic - Overall 72, sub bands minimum 72.CES - Overall 185, All sub bands minimum 185.BE and OET are not accepted. View the English proficiency policy.How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 2 - May 31 of the year of commencement.
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
- Annual CPR re-certification (approximately $60 per year)
- Students are expected to fund travel and living expenses associated with placements, some of which may be outside the Brisbane metropolitan area.
- First Aid Certificate (including CPR) (approximately $155 renewed every 3 years)
- A clinical uniform shirt is required and may be purchased through the School.
- Costs for vaccinations and serology are the responsibility of the student and will vary based on individual and program requirements.
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 many different settings, including:
- 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
Professional registration
Graduates may be eligible for registration with the following organisations:
- Occupational Therapy Board of Australia
Completion of the degree may not result in graduates receiving automatic registration. Please contact the registration body for details of any conditions for registration.
Professional memberships
Graduates may be eligible for membership with the following organisations:
- Occupational Therapy Australia
Accrediting body
This program has been accredited by:
- Occupational Therapy Council, World Federation Of Occupational Therapy
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.
For more information on program requirements, please contact the Faculty.
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.
