Master of Occupational Therapy
A two-year intensive program preparing students to become registered occupational therapists with a focus on holistic health and evidence-based practice.
Best for:Best for graduates with a bachelor’s degree in a related field seeking a career in occupational therapy, with a strong emphasis on practical training and evidence-based practice.
Overview
The Master of Occupational Therapy at the University of Adelaide is a two-year, coursework-based program designed to equip students with the skills to become registered occupational therapists. This program emphasizes a holistic approach to health, integrating physical, emotional, and social well-being. Students explore human neuroanatomy, neurophysiology, and pathology while learning how environmental factors influence occupational performance. The curriculum includes 1,000 hours of field placements across diverse settings, ensuring practical experience. Supervised by experienced occupational therapists and researchers, students develop evidence-based interventions tailored to individual needs across the lifespan, from childhood to old age.
What you'll do
- Develop expertise in human neuroanatomy, neurophysiology, and pathology to understand physical and emotional health impacts.
- Design and implement individualized occupational interventions based on evidence-based practices.
- Engage in 1,000 hours of supervised clinical placements across diverse healthcare settings.
- Collaborate with experienced occupational therapists and researchers to enhance clinical skills.
- Apply theoretical knowledge to real-world scenarios through hands-on training and fieldwork.
- Develop an understanding of how environmental factors influence occupational performance and well-being.
Requirements
Degree required: A completed bachelor’s degree (AQF Level 7) or higher from a recognized higher education institution with a highly competitive GPA.
Degree offered: Master of Occupational Therapy
Language: English proficiency (not explicitly stated but implied for international students).
Instruction: English
- Completion of prerequisite courses at the bachelor’s level (AQF Level 7) or higher within the last 10 years.
- Strong academic performance and competitive GPA.
- Ability to meet the physical and emotional demands of clinical placements.
- Completion of a bachelor’s degree (AQF Level 7) or higher.
- Satisfactory completion of prerequisite courses within the last 10 years.
- Competitive academic performance (GPA).
- Eligibility for admission is competitive; selection based on entry criteria.
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How to apply
Deadline: Unknown (likely rolling or semester-based)
Applicants must submit an online application through the University of Adelaide’s portal. Required documents include a completed application form, academic transcripts, a competitive GPA, and proof of prerequisite course completion. Additional materials may be requested based on eligibility criteria.
- CV or resume
- Academic transcripts (bachelor’s degree and higher)
- Proof of prerequisite course completion
- Competitive GPA documentation
- Statement of purpose or personal statement (if required)
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