Master of Occupational Therapy Studies
Course Overview
Occupational therapists (OTs) use a range of treatment strategies to support individuals affected by injury or illness, psychological or emotional challenges, developmental delays or ageing, empowering them to participate in daily life. This 2.5-year master's program focuses on the practice of occupational therapy, emphasising the use of prior knowledge to strengthen OT practice, and the acquisition of clinical and professional capabilities. We foster an ongoing commitment to self-directed learning and responsibility for continuing development as an allied health practitioner. The program is designed to build on your previous studies with the principles of occupational therapy practice and see you develop the discipline-specific and interdisciplinary knowledge and professional skills needed to practice as an OT. You'll complete advanced training in clinical reasoning, undertake a range of research-focused courses, and conduct quality assurance projects and health research, furthering your understanding of the role of evidence in occupational therapy practice. You’ll gain hands-on experience through over 1,000 hours of supervised clinical practice in UQ’s Occupational Therapy Clinics located at the St Lucia campus and in hospitals, schools, private practices and other healthcare organisations. This will allow you to apply your theoretical knowledge to practice and develop your clinical skills in real-life situations.
