Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours)

About this programme

Help people reach their full potential. Help people maximise their quality of life and reach their full potential with La Trobe's Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours). Discover the science behind human activity and get the know-how to conduct evidence-based occupational therapy assessments and interventions for people of all ages and backgrounds. Learn with a combination of face-to-face tutorials and workshops, online learning and hands-on experience, including 1,000 hours of professional placements. By studying La Trobe's Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours), you will: gain essential knowledge in occupational science, anatomy, physiology and psychology uncover the best treatment options for people with special needs and chronic conditions explore communication as a foundation to your practice as a health professional learn about group theory, process and development understand cultural identity and responsiveness in relation to health and wellbeing, including First Nations' perspectives apply your learning with individuals and families and collaborate with employers, policymakers and other health professionals build skills in both qualitative and quantitative research design, then pursue an applied research project or industry-based thesis in your embedded Honours year graduate eligible to apply for registration with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia (OTBA).