Overview

In this Occupational Therapy program from Curtin University you will develop knowledge of four broad areas:

Medical, psychiatric, orthopaedic and neurological conditions that affect the health and wellbeing of individuals.

The theory and practice of occupational therapy including the study of occupation and analysis of the physical, psychological and social requirements of a variety of skills and activities.

Human development covering normal growth and development within the life cycle along with problems such as learning disabilities and the effects of ageing.

Occupational health and management, including prevention, education and rehabilitation programs for a variety of workplaces.

Career Opportunities

The excellent reputation of Curtin’s Occupational Therapy course means that graduates are in high demand in an area of high need. Graduates may be employed in a health, community or industry setting including urban and rural community-based programs, private practice, medical and vocational rehabilitation units, psychiatric services, mining and resource industries, and schools. Opportunities for work exist throughout Australia and internationally through recognition of the degree through accreditation with the World Federation of Occupational Therapists.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Physical Rehabilitation

Neuroscience Neurodevelopment

Gerontology

Environment, Health and Disability

Neuroscience for Occupational Therapy

Occupational Therapy in Mental Health Practice

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 30 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-06 00:00:00
Starting 2027-02-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-07 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

525 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Perth, Australia

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS Code: 077383K

A bachelor degree or equivalent, preferably in a health-related discipline with at least a credit (65%) average.

Evidence of studies in the human biosciences (e.g. human biology) at tertiary level is required. If you do not have this background you will be required to undertake additional bridging units.

To find out more about these bridging units, please refer to the Health Sciences Graduate Entry Foundation Course which allows you to complete the units you require before applying for this course. You only need to complete the prerequisite unit(s) that you do not have, for example, HUMB1000- Human Structure and Function. This unit can be undertaken in the first or second semester to facilitate entry to the next year's intake.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

52508 AUD / year

≈ 52508 AUD / year
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Citizens or residents

38430 AUD / year

≈ 38430 AUD / year

Additional Details

Total indicative course fee (2026) - $122,519*

Living costs

Perth

Australia

1328 - 2367 AUD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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