Health Sciences/Occupational Therapy
This course information is for local students only
Year
2012
Award
Bachelor of Health Sciences and Master of Occupational Therapy Practice
Length
4 years
Campuses
Melbourne, Bendigo
Course description
This course aims to give students the skills and knowledge required to assess and treat people who have limited ability in daily activities. Students develop skills in the therapeutic use of occupations, individual and group assessment, and intervention techniques. They also learn to design equipment and adapt environments to promote occupational performance. Supervised clinical placements enable students to develop a sound basis for professional practice.
Course structure
The program covers the theory of occupational therapy (foundation subjects related to human development and health sciences), and occupational therapy intervention (research and clinical work). In first year, students undertake core subjects with students from other health sciences courses, focusing on basic human biosciences and factors influencing health, and the roles of health professionals in the health and welfare sectors.
In second year they develop occupational therapy skills. In third and fourth years, students study occupational therapy through contextualised problems, and undertake clinical placements.
Subject details
Major areas of study
Occupational therapy, determinants of health and wellbeing, physiology and anatomy.
Overseas study opportunities
Overseas study opportunities are available.
Please see
www.latrobe.edu.au/international/exchange
for more information
Fee type
Fees (Fee-Help available)
Annual (or Total) Tuition Fee (AUD)
23 340
Scholarships
Applicants who are Australian citizens or who hold permanent humanitarian visas are eligible for a range of University-wide scholarships, including Commonwealth Scholarships. For details please see http://www.latrobe.edu.au/scholarships/future-undergraduatesAdditional costs (AUD)
A uniform costs approximately A$45. Students can buy books, uniforms and equipment from any supplier; they remain students' personal property. Accommodation costs for clinical placement vary according to venue. All students must obtain a National Police Check at a cost of approximately A$15.50 and a Working With Children (WWC) check at no cost, before undertaking clinical professional placements.
Selection
Successful completion of English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 6B certificate at postgraduate (EFS PG2a (75%)) level conducted by a La Trobe Melbourne; for more information please visit the La Trobe Melbourne website.
IELTS (Academic) score of 7.0 with no individual band score less than 7.0; or
TOEFL Paper-based Test: a minimum score of 600 with a score of 6 or better in the Test of Written English; or
TOEFL Computer-based Test: a minimum score of 250 with a score of 6 in essay writing; or
TOEFL Internet-based Test: a minimum score of 96 with no individual score less than 24; or
Satisfactory completion of an English language subject at Year 12 or equivalent level. This must have been completed in the last two years and at an academic level acceptable to the University; or
Approved equivalent.
Academic entry requirements
LTM Foundation Studies - 85 and minimum A in English
Aust. Yr 12 (ATAR) 2011 (indicative only) - 81.00
International Baccalaureate - 29
GCE A Levels - 12
Hong Kong A Levels - 8
HKDSE - 16,6 (the student must meet the higher than standard requirement)
Sri Lankan A Levels - AAB
STPM - 11
MICSS (UEC) - Ex Yr 12 FSP
Canada Secondary School (or CPU) - 80
Norway Upper Secondary Certificate - 4.7
Sweden Slutbetyg - VG
All Indian Sen SC (Best 5 Subjects) - 80
Vietnam (Year 12) - 8.5
Thailand (Matayoma 6) - GPA 3.4
GAC Cert. IV - GPA 3.3
GAOKAO - see: the website
If you do not meet these entry requirements you might be interested in La Trobe's Foundation Studies and Diploma Programs, which provide an alternative pathway to La Trobe's undergraduate program. For more information please visit the La Trobe Melbourne website.
Extra requirements
This course has a clinical component. For further information, please visit the: Health Sciences website for important information.
All students are required to obtain a National Police Check (A$15) and Working with Children check (no cost) before undertaking a clinical professional placement. Note the quoted costs are approximate only and subject to change. Applicants for this course must also complete Supplementary Application Form from the website
Prerequisites
One of Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Year 12 Mathematics.
Semester starts
Semester 1 (February)
Career opportunities
Occupational therapists work in a wide range of health and welfare systems including general hospitals, rehabilitation centres, community health services, mental health agencies, health services for older people and children with special needs, and support services for intellectually disadvantaged people. Occupational therapists also work as coordinators and consultants in the development and provision of services in areas such as occupational health and safety, and as private practitioners.
Professional recognition
Graduates can apply for membership to the Australian Association of Occupational Therapists. The course is also recognised by the World Federation of Occupational Therapists, allowing graduates to register for practice in the United Kingdom, North America, Sweden and other countries (subject to national registration requirements).