Curtin University
Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours)
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationOccupational therapists work with people of all ages who may have experienced injury, illness or disability. They help people to engage in occupations or activities that are meaningful to them and to achieve independence, better health, wellbeing and satisfaction in their lives.
In this course, you will learn to identify the physical, psychosocial, cognitive, behavioural and environmental factors that can help or hinder participation in everyday activities. You’ll learn to collaborate with other health professionals to provide cross-disciplinary care focused around the client and their needs.
Throughout the course, you’ll learn in laboratories, learning spaces and resource rooms tailored for gaining occupational therapy skills. You’ll also complete approximately 1,000 hours of fieldwork practice in various clinical and industry settings.
Delivery mode
Curtin University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- Kent Street, Bentley, WA
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- Completed Year 12 (ATAR optional) with ATAR 83.00 or equivalent
Course fees
Career opportunities
The Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours) will prepare you for the following roles.
Rehabilitation Consultant
A Rehabilitation Consultant supports individuals recovering from injury or illness to return to work or daily activities. You might work in healthc...
Occupational Therapist
An Occupational Therapist helps individuals improve their ability to perform daily activities through therapy and rehabilitation. They assess clien...
Neuromuscular Therapist
Neuromuscular Therapists are qualified Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists who work with clients with physical impairments due to neurolog...
Paediatric Occupational Therapist
Paediatric Occupational Therapists are registered health professionals who help children who are affected by illness, injury, disability, or mental...
Paediatric Speech Pathologist
A Paediatric Speech Pathologist assesses and treats speech, language, and communication disorders in children. You might work in hospitals, schools...
About Curtin University
Curtin is an innovative, global university known for its high-impact research, strong industry partnerships and commitment to preparing you for jobs of the future.
You’ll receive an outstanding education in an inclusive and collaborative environment.
With Curtin ranked in the top one per cent of universities worldwide in the highly regarded Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU) 2022, you’ll experience high-quality teaching alongside world-class research.
