Bachelor of Health Science (Occupational Therapy)

Bachelor

Study the Bachelor of Health Science (Occupational Therapy) and develop the skills to become an occupational therapist, and promote the health and wellbeing of individuals, groups and communities.

Key details

Degree Type

Bachelor

Course Code

AK3410

Study Mode

In person, Online

Intake Months

Mar

Domestic Fees

$8,631 total

International Fees

$37,000 per year / $38,146 total

About this course

Study the Bachelor of Health Science (Occupational Therapy) and develop the skills to become an occupational therapist, and promote the health and wellbeing of individuals, groups and communities.

Entry requirements

Minimum entry requirementsIf you have New Zealand qualifications

University Entrance or equivalent
Must be capable of meeting Health Practitioners Competence Assurance Act (HPCA Act) and Children's Act 2014 requirements, including police clearance

Applicants with English as a second or other language who have not completed at least three years of secondary schooling in NZ will be required to meet IELTS requirements.

If you have qualifications from another country

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English language requirements

IELTS (Academic) 7.0 overall with all bands 6.5 or higher

English language requirements

Study locations

North Campus

Distance

Online

Career pathways

When you graduate you can apply to register as an occupational therapist in New Zealand and other countries.

Occupational therapists work with all age groups in:

Primary Health Organisations (PHOs)
Community development
Health centres and hospitals
Research
Schools
Residential care facilities
Private practice
Rehabilitation and ACC

Find out more about industry trends, job descriptions and what employers may be looking for.

Occupational Therapy Careers

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