Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours)
James Cook University (JCU)
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00117J
This program allows students study health science subjects together with occupational science research, professional and management subjects, and health promotion. Fieldwork placements occur each year in rural and urban locations throughout the region, with some placements available interstate or internationally. Occupational therapists assist people to overcome limitations caused by injury, illness, psychological or emotional difficulties, developmental delay, or the effects of ageing. The course prepares graduates to work with people in a range of health and community settings.
Structure
96 credit points. Levels one and two can be completed part-time however levels three and four must be completed full-time.
Subjects
- Professional Honours
- Research Honours
Standard entry requirements
- Year 12 or equivalent
- English (Units 3/4,C) plus one of biology, chemistry, physics, health or physical education (Units 3/4,C). Students must also meet requirements for placement: immunisation
- Current Provide First Aid Certificate
- Suitability to Work with Children Card (Blue Card)
- Australian Federal Police check.
Recognition
Occupational Therapy Board of Australia; Occupational Therapy Council (Australia and New Zealand) Ltd (OTC)
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Mid year intake | Attendance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Townsville | International: $130,880 | No |
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Further information
If students identify as Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, JCU can assist students in their pursuit of a health career through the Indigenous Health Careers Access Program (IHCAP). International student visa-holders must not enrol in more than a third of the total credit points for the course in online, distance or external study.
