Occupational Therapy (Master)
This course information is for local students only
Year
2012
Award
Master of Occupational Therapy
Length
1 year full-time or 2-4 years part-time.
Campuses
Melbourne
Course description
This course aims to help occupational therapy graduates advance their knowledge and skills, and become expert practitioners and leaders in their fields. Students can specialise in specific practice areas, such as paediatric occupational therapy, to deepen their understanding of human occupation and the theoretical frameworks used in occupational therapy, and to critically examine the evidence base underpinning occupational therapy practices.
Two exit options are available: Postgraduate Certificate in Occupational Therapy (2 core subjects and 2 electives) and Postgraduate Certificate in Paediatric Occupational Therapy (3 core subjects and 1 elective). See 'Full course details' for more information.
The program also aims to enable students to meet the eligibility requirements for entry into the Doctor of Clinical Science and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) programs, depending on academic performance.
Course structure
Students can choose from two study options: coursework only (Mode 1), or 50 per cent coursework and a 20,000-word thesis (Mode 2). Coursework subjects taught on campus may be scheduled in short blocks or regular classes through the semester. Coursework subjects taught through distance education typically involve use of a distance education learning package and online modes of learning, and require access to a computer and the internet.
Subject details
Overseas study opportunities
Overseas study opportunities are available.
Please see
www.latrobe.edu.au/international/exchange
for more information
Application
Apply directly to the University by 30 November 2011 for Semester 1 (February) and by 15 June 2012 for Semester 2 (July). Visit our postgraduate website to download an application form. Mode 2 applicants for this course must also submit a Supplementary Form .
Fee type
Fees (Fee-Help available)
Annual (or Total) Tuition Fee (AUD)
Indicative (2012): $15,440 per 120 credit points for Master of Occupational Therapy, or $7,720 (60 credit points) for Postgraduate Certificate
Scholarships
A variety of scholarships and prizes are available for postgraduate students at La Trobe. Visit the postgraduate scholarships webpage for details http://www.latrobe.edu.au/scholarships/postgraduatesPrerequisites
Mode 1: four-year Bachelor of Occupational Therapy degree or equivalent from a program recognised by the World Federation of Occupational Therapists is required, with a B grade average (70% or above) preferred, and evidence of clinical expertise and/or continuing professional development.
Mode 2: Honours degree (H2A/75 % +) or relevant Postgraduate Diploma (H2A/75%+ and evidence of research ability); applicants should discuss potential topics with the course coordinator prior to applying.
Applicants who do not meet the standard entry requirements should contact the course coordinator for information regarding non-standard (conditional) admission, which may involve satisfactory completion of a negotiated program of postgraduate study prior to enrolment.
Semester starts
Semester 1 and 2 (February and July)