Bachelor of Science (Occupational Therapy)
Bachelor of Science (Occupational Therapy)
Many of us take our independence for granted, comfortably performing all kinds of tasks and activities at home, school, work and in the community. For someone with an injury, illness, disability or psychosocial issues, it can be a different story. A qualified Occupational Therapist, or OT, can make a difference…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
Many of us take our independence for granted, comfortably performing all kinds of tasks and activities at home, school, work and in the community. For someone with an injury, illness, disability or psychosocial issues, it can be a different story.
A qualified Occupational Therapist, or OT, can make a difference to that person’s restricted lifestyle. An OT helps people of all ages to develop, sustain, or restore participation in their day to day activities and improve their quality of life.
If you’re a good communicator and a creative thinker with an interest in science, this might be the career for you.
One of the best things about studying Occupational Therapy at ECU is starting your practical experience in your first year. At ECU you’ll gain valuable learning experiences in a range of settings and with people with differing needs through fieldwork placements all throughout the 4 year course.
During your fieldwork placements, you’ll integrate your growing occupational therapy knowledge, skills and professional attitudes, while being supervised and assessed by registered occupational therapists.
Course learning outcomes
Apply contemporary occupational therapy knowledge and skills to a broad range of theoretical and practical situations.
Think creatively and critically to anticipate challenges, and generate client-centred responses with individuals, groups, communities and populations.
Evaluate and synthesise information from digital technologies and other sources to support problem-solving and decision-making.
Communicate occupational therapy knowledge and ideas, clearly, coherently, and with independence.
Demonstrate cultural capability with respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, and other cultures within society.
Work collaboratively to support effective client-centred practice in diverse teams and environments.
Demonstrate responsibility and accountability for own learning to ensure occupational therapy practice that is safe, ethical and lawful.
Demonstrate the competency standards required for occupational therapy registration in Australia.
Career Opportunities
Occupational therapy is one of the fastest growing health professions in Australia. Graduates are in high demand across a wide range of employment sectors.
Possible future job titles
Occupational Therapist, Rehabilitation Consultant, Health & Wellness Coordinator, Mental Health Clinician, Occupational Rehabilitationist, Safety Officer, Disability Worker, Neuromuscular Therapist, Hand Therapist, Paediatric Therapist
REQUIREMENTS
There are various ways to meet our admission requirements, such as:
Secondary school results
Successful completion of one year of tertiary study from a recognised institution
Completed Diploma program from a recognised institution
English competency requirements:
IELTS Academic with an overall minimum score of 7.0 (no individual band less than 7.0). Internationally schooled applicants may also be required to meet this requirement. Alternative acceptable tests are as follows:Pearson English Test (PTE) Academic with a minimum overall score of 65 and a minimum score of 65 in each of the four communicative skills (listening, reading, writing and speaking), orOccupational English Test (OET) with a minimum score of B in each of the four components (listening, reading, writing and speaking), orCompletion of at least six years of primary and secondary education taught and assessed solely in English in a recognised country as defined by AHPRA (including at least 2 years between years 7 and 12), orCompletion of at least 5 years full-time equivalent continuous combined secondary and/or tertiary and/or vocational education taught and assessed in a recognised country as defined by the AHPRA (within the last 7 years). Note: The 5 years does not include the proposed ECU study.
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Edith Cowan University (ECU) is a large, multi-campus institution serving communities in Western Australia and internationally.ECU was awarded university status in 1991, but despite its relative youth, the University has a proud history of more than a century of service to education in Western Australia and is recognised for its teaching and learning, excellence in research, and partnerships with the community.We have more than 23,300 students, including around 18,500 undergraduates and 4,800 postgraduates. Approximately 3,600 international students attend the University, originating from 104 countries.We are a progressive University with courses developed through ongoing industry input, and employing lecturers who engage fully with their students. We’re a university that knows while knowledge is important, understanding comes from experience –experience that enables you to adapt what you’ve learned to whatever opportunities come your way. Because that’s when you do more than just survive in this world. You thrive in it.
