Bachelor of Applied Science (Occupational Therapy) in Darlington Australia | The University of Sydney

The Bachelor of Applied Science (Occupational Therapy) equips you to assist individuals facing disabilities, injuries, or chronic conditions in overcoming obstacles that limit their life participation.
This program prepares students for careers as occupational therapists through a blend of academic study and hands-on training, including substantial clinical experience.
This four-year undergraduate degree develops professional competencies to help people with disabilities, injuries, or persistent health challenges address participation barriers. Upon completion, graduates qualify for registration with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia and can join Occupational Therapy Australia and the World Federation of Occupational Therapists.

The curriculum includes mandatory occupational therapy courses plus a Disability, Participation and Health minor. Students may select electives from other fields or pursue additional specialized courses to complete a major in Disability, Participation and Health. High-achieving students may be invited to undertake an honors track during the final three semesters. The program requires 1,000 hours of supervised clinical practice.