GraduateNursing & Health Sciences
Master of Occupational Therapy
Curtin University, Perth, WA, Australia
About this program
Curtin University's Master of Occupational Therapy degree. The Graduate Entry Master of Occupational Therapy (GEM) course is a fast-track option to becoming an occupational therapist for those who already hold a bachelor degree, preferably in a health science or human service. Assisting people to participate in their diverse daily activities is what occupational therapists call ‘occupation’. Occupation can be as varied as cleaning your tattoo, socialising with friends, driving a car, blow-drying your hair, holding a pen, participating in work and sport and living in supported accommodation. There are many reasons why people cannot participate: such as illness, injury or disability, and these can occur at any age. Occupational therapists work with people, organisations, groups or communities to identify barriers that stop engagement in occupation and then find interventions, strategies and solutions. The barriers can be as diverse as physical, social, attitudinal or legislative, so occupational therapists need a broad education. Master Degrees (Coursework) prepare students to apply advanced knowledge for professional practice, scholarship and further learning corresponding to AQF level 9 qualifications.
Fees & duration
English test scores
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Course structure
- Year 1: Musculoskeletal Structure and Function
- Allied Health Research Design
- Pathophysiology for Occupational Therapy
- Principles and Practice of Occupational Therapy
- Environment
- Health and Disability
- Gerontology
- Neuroscience Neurodevelopment
- Physical Rehabilitation Year 2: Ergonomics and Safety Science
- Neuroscience for Occupational Therapy
- Occupational Therapy in Mental Health Practice
- Paediatrics
- Allied Health Research Project
- Clinical Counselling and Group Work
- Occupational Therapy Leadership in Community Development
- Orthoses and Rehabilitation Science Year 3: Current Concepts in Occupational Therapy Professional Practice
- Occupational Therapy Clinical Education 1
- Occupational Therapy Clinical Education 2
Career & PR pathway
Occupations this degree typically leads to, and their skilled-migration list status
Occupational TherapistANZSCO 252411
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, via an Occupational Therapy Council assessment. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Occupational Therapy Council of Australia
List membership changes over time and does not guarantee an invitation. See the skilled occupation lists guide and the points calculator before relying on this for a visa decision.
Admissions
Specifically, applicants must have a bachelor degree, preferably in a health or human science related discipline. Entrance into the course is competitive. Evidence of studies in the human biosciences (e.g. human biology) at tertiary level is required. If such evidence is not available, applicants will be required to undertake prerequisite bridging units before commencing the program. International applicants must show evidence of English language competency as demonstrated by an IELTS (International English Language Test System) of 7.0 (or equivalent as defined by the Curtin’s standard list. Please note CUTE is not accepted). Students are required to have a current Essential First Aid Certificate within four weeks of entry into the first year of the course. Applicants for this course should refer to the Faculty website for more information on Communicable Diseases and Criminal Record Screening and Clearance. Applicants for a Master Degree (Coursework) are required to meet University academic and English language entry standards; Subject to the duration of the course applicants usually require a Bachelor Degree or equivalent (and may require relevant work experience), Bachelor Honours Degree, Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma.
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