Program Overview

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Master of Occupational Therapy Practice

The Master of Occupational Therapy Practice is a 2-year full-time program designed to help individuals and communities maximize productivity, wellbeing, and quality of life. This program is open to students from any undergraduate discipline and provides a competitive edge through a combination of coursework and 1000 hours of hands-on, industry-responsive placements.

Overview

• Award: Master of Occupational Therapy Practice
• Start dates: 23 February 2026
• Duration: 2 years full-time
• Learning mode: Multi-Modal
• Scholarships: Available, view fees and scholarships for more information
• Fees: $40,400 per 120 credit points (note: 120 credit points represent full-time study for one year)

About the Master of Occupational Therapy Practice

This program helps individuals and communities to maximize productivity, wellbeing, and quality of life. It is open to students from any undergraduate discipline, and graduates will have a competitive edge through a combination of coursework and 1000 hours of hands-on, industry-responsive placements. The program is designed to meet the competencies for safe and effective practice, and students will develop advanced knowledge and skills in assessment and intervention, the therapeutic use of occupation, and the adaptation of environments.

Key Features

• 1000 hours of hands-on, industry-responsive placements
• Designed to meet the competencies for safe and effective practice
• Develops advanced knowledge and skills in assessment and intervention, the therapeutic use of occupation, and the adaptation of environments
• Open to students from any undergraduate discipline
• Graduates may be eligible to apply to practice in other countries, including the UK, North America, and Sweden, subject to completion of local requirements

Entry Requirements and Pathways

Academic Entry Requirement

• Successful completion of an Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent)
• Weighted Average Mark (WAM) of 65%
• Subsequent postgraduate study and/or work experience in a relevant area may also be considered
• Specialization: Recommended in health, education, social, psychological, or biological sciences

Core Participation Requirements

Core Participation Requirements are abilities, attributes, and behaviors that are required to undertake learning activities and professional experience in the course. These requirements are provided for information and are not entry requirements.

What You'll Study

The program requires the completion of 240 credit points across 2 years, including:

• 120 credit points from core subjects in the first year
• 120 credit points from core subjects in the second year

Core Subjects

• ACADEMIC INTEGRITY MODULE
• WOMINJEKA LA TROBE: INDIGENOUS CULTURAL LITERACY FOR HIGHER EDUCATION
• ENABLING CHANGE: MENTAL HEALTH
• ENABLING CHANGE: MUSCULOSKELETAL AND NEUROLOGICAL
• EVIDENCE BASED PRACTICE IN OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY
• FOUNDATIONS OF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY
• OCCUPATIONAL PARTICIPATION: BODY STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION
• OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY: ENABLING CHANGE C (CHILDREN)
• PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE A
• ADVANCED CLINICAL PRACTICE
• ENABLING CHANGE: GROUPWORK IN OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY
• MACRO STRATEGIES FOR ADVANCED PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE
• PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE B
• PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE C

Course and Career Outcomes

Master of Occupational Therapy Practice Intended Learning Outcomes

• Critically analyze and apply occupational, biopsychosocial, and cultural understandings in order to plan, implement, and evaluate occupational therapy practice in diverse and changing contexts
• Integrate and apply diverse understandings and strategies to support occupational participation, health, and wellbeing among individuals and communities, including First Nations
• Critically analyze research evidence to enable knowledge translation for ethically informed and evidence-based occupational therapy practice
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with professional and non-professional stakeholders using advanced verbal, non-verbal, and written skills
• Exercise personal autonomy and collaborative decision-making in the application of professional knowledge and skills in a range of health-related contexts
• Critically reflect on learning and practice using digital literacies and appropriate technologies to support continued personal and professional development

Master of Occupational Therapy Practice Career Opportunities

After successfully completing this course, graduates could work in a wide range of health and welfare systems, including:

• General hospitals
• Private practice
• Rehabilitation centers
• Community health services
• Mental health agencies
• Support services

Fees and Scholarships

Estimated Course Fees for Domestic Postgraduate Students

• Estimated fees per year (2026): $40,400 per 120 credit points

Essential Requirements and Additional Costs

• Clinical placements may incur accommodation, meals, and travel costs, which will vary depending on the placement venue and duration
• First Aid/CPR certification is required to meet the professional requirements of the degree
• Immunizations are required prior to commencing a placement
• National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) worker screening check is required prior to commencing a placement
• Police record check is required
• Uniform and badge: Approximately $150
• Working with Children Check: No cost for a volunteer WWCC

Scholarships

Several scholarships are available for domestic and international students, including:

• Maternal and Child Health (MCH) Nursing Scholarships Program
• La Trobe Greater China Digital Health Scholarship
• La Trobe High Achiever Scholarship
• Early Acceptance Grant - International Students
• Aboriginal Social and Emotional Wellbeing (SEWB) Scholarship
• Rotary Club of Albury North - Regional Psychology Bursary - Master of Professional Psychology
• Lisa Malone Scholarship

How to Apply

The application process can vary depending on the course. Most postgraduate courses generally take 15 to 20 minutes to apply for. Students can apply for up to two postgraduate courses and will receive an offer for their highest preference if eligible. Advanced standing (credit for previous study) may be available, and students can apply for this after enrolling in their course.