Federation University Australia
Bachelor Degree (Honours) in Occupational Therapy
Gippsland, Victoria, Australia
Level
Bachelor (Honours)
Duration
4.0F/P
Campus
Gippsland (VIC)
Intl. Tuition
Fee not confirmed
Home Tuition
A$9,880 (maximum student contribution 2027 (indicative))
Intake
TBD
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Course Overview
Bachelor Degree (Honours) in Occupational Therapy at Federation University Australia in Gippsland, Victoria, Australia is a bachelor (honours) programme designed to give you both rigorous academic grounding and exposure to current practice in the field.
- Study with academics who are active researchers and industry practitioners, with regular contact through seminars, tutorials, and project work.
- Develop core knowledge in your first year before specialising through optional modules in later years tailored to your interests and career goals.
- Build practical, transferable skills — analysis, communication, teamwork, and project delivery — that employers across sectors actively look for.
- Access dedicated employability support including internships, placements, alumni mentoring, and a careers service that connects students to graduate roles.
- Join a global student community with extracurricular societies, sports, volunteering, and study-abroad opportunities to round out your university experience.
Career snapshot (indicative)
Occupational therapy graduates register with the HCPC and work across NHS, social care and private settings helping clients recover, develop or maintain skills for daily living. Strong demand driven by an ageing population.
Student life (indicative)
Mount Helen (Ballarat) offers a comfortable, outdoor-focused student lifestyle. Great weather, natural surroundings and a friendly community create a welcoming environment, with cafés, bars and local events to fill your downtime.
The University at a Glance
Student Population
12,478
Staff Ratio
19.0:1
International
32.0%
Career Prospects
Employment Rate
75.0%
of graduates employed
Avg Starting Salary
£29,230
First-year earnings
Costs & Living
City & Location
Small city (50k-199k inhabitants)
Course Curriculum
Year 1
- Foundations of Bachelor Degree (Honours) in Occupational Therapy
- Academic and Research Skills
- Quantitative Methods
- Introduction to Theory and Practice
- Optional language or breadth module.
Year 2
- Intermediate Bachelor Degree (Honours) in Occupational Therapy topics
- Applied Methods and Tools
- Group Project
- Two optional pathway modules
- Career and Industry Insights.
Year 3
- Advanced Bachelor Degree (Honours) in Occupational Therapy
- Independent Dissertation or Capstone Project
- Two specialist optional modules aligned with your interests
- Employability and Professional Development.
Entry Requirements
Subjects
- Current Year 12 graduates ATAR This course uses the ATAR as part of its selection considerations. Guaranteed ATAR: If you receive an ATAR of 70.00 or higher and complete all the requirements for this course, you will be guaranteed an offer. Subject adjustment A study score of 35 in Biology, Chemistry or Physics equals 3 aggregate points per study. Overall maximum of 5 points. SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes. Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to Federation University Australia Equity schemes information and the Federation University Australia website Recent Year 12 graduates ATAR This course uses the ATAR as part of its selection considerations. Guaranteed ATAR: If you receive an ATAR of 70.00 or higher and complete all the requirements for this course, you will be guaranteed an offer. Subject adjustment A study score of 35 in Biology, Chemistry or Physics equals 3 aggregate points per study. Overall maximum of 5 points. SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes. Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to Federation University Australia Equity schemes information and the Federation University Australia website Applicants with Higher Education study Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations. Minimum requirements Successful completion of a cognate AQF level 7 bachelor’s degree with a GPA 5.0 and above, or
- Successful completion of any AQF level 7 bachelor’s degree with a GPA 5.5 and above, or
- Completion of 8 units in a Bachelor of Nursing, Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood Education), Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood & Primary), or Bachelor of Community and Human Services from Federation University (or other cognate courses) with a GPA 6.0 and above SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes. Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to Federation University Australia Equity schemes information and the Federation University Australia website | Year 12 prerequisites Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in any English
- Units 1 and 2: satisfactory completion in two units (any study combination) of Maths: General Mathematics, Maths: Mathematical Methods or Maths: Specialist Mathematics
- Units 3 and 4: satisfactory completion in one of Biology, Chemistry, Health and Human Development, Maths: General Mathematics, Maths: Mathematical Methods, Maths: Specialist Mathematics, Physical Education, Physics or Psychology. | Current Year 12 graduates Immunisations Prior to commencing clinical placements students are expected to provide evidence of current immunisation status. NDIS worker screening check The National Disability Insurance Scheme Worker Screening Check (NDIS Check) is a way to ensure that people who work with NDIS participants do not present an unacceptable risk to participants. Working with children check Applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children (WWC) Check for the relevant state prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course. For more information see: Federation University Australia WWCC information and Working with Children in Victoria Police record check Applicants will be required to hold a valid National Police Record Check for professional placements as part of this course. For more information see: Federation University Australia police record check information and Victoria Police national police record checks Inherent requirements Inherent requirements refer to the fundamental attributes, skills and abilities that you must be able to achieve in order to demonstrate the essential learning outcomes of the degree you are studying. For example, such restrictions MAY include but are not limited to the following: Inability to secure a current Working with Children Check precluding students being able to undertake mandatory placements in an education or health course
- An inability to make reasonable adjustments in the education, clinical or workplace environment in relation to physical, psychological, cultural or sensory disabilities precluding students from being able to undertake mandatory placements in a nursing course
- Disclosures on Police checks that may preclude students from being able to undertake mandatory placements See our website for more information . Recent Year 12 graduates Immunisations Prior to commencing clinical placements students are expected to provide evidence of current immunisation status. NDIS worker screening check The National Disability Insurance Scheme Worker Screening Check (NDIS Check) is a way to ensure that people who work with NDIS participants do not present an unacceptable risk to participants. Working with children check Applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children (WWC) Check for the relevant state prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course. For more information see: Federation University Australia WWCC information and Working with Children in Victoria Police record check Applicants will be required to hold a valid National Police Record Check for professional placements as part of this course. For more information see: Federation University Australia police record check information and Victoria Police national police record checks Inherent requirements Inherent requirements refer to the fundamental attributes, skills and abilities that you must be able to achieve in order to demonstrate the essential learning outcomes of the degree you are studying. For example, such restrictions MAY include but are not limited to the following: Inability to secure a current Working with Children Check precluding students being able to undertake mandatory placements in an education or health course
- An inability to make reasonable adjustments in the education, clinical or workplace environment in relation to physical, psychological, cultural or sensory disabilities precluding students from being able to undertake mandatory placements in a nursing course
- Disclosures on Police checks that may preclude students from being able to undertake mandatory placements See our website for more information . Applicants with Higher Education study Immunisations Prior to commencing clinical placements students are expected to provide evidence of current immunisation status. NDIS worker screening check The National Disability Insurance Scheme Worker Screening Check (NDIS Check) is a way to ensure that people who work with NDIS participants do not present an unacceptable risk to participants. Working with children check Applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children (WWC) Check for the relevant state prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course. For more information see: Federation University Australia WWCC information and Working with Children in Victoria Police record check Applicants will be required to hold a valid National Police Record Check for professional placements as part of this course. For more information see: Federation University Australia police record check information and Victoria Police national police record checks Inherent requirements Inherent requirements refer to the fundamental attributes, skills and abilities that you must be able to achieve in order to demonstrate the essential learning outcomes of the degree you are studying. For example, such restrictions MAY include but are not limited to the following: Inability to secure a current Working with Children Check precluding students being able to undertake mandatory placements in an education or health course
- An inability to make reasonable adjustments in the education, clinical or workplace environment in relation to physical, psychological, cultural or sensory disabilities precluding students from being able to undertake mandatory placements in a nursing course
- Disclosures on Police checks that may preclude students from being able to undertake mandatory placements See our website for more information . Applicants with VET study Immunisations Prior to commencing clinical placements students are expected to provide evidence of current immunisation status. NDIS worker screening check The National Disability Insurance Scheme Worker Screening Check (NDIS Check) is a way to ensure that people who work with NDIS participants do not present an unacceptable risk to participants. Working with children check Applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children (WWC) Check for the relevant state prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course. For more information see: Federation University Australia WWCC information and Working with Children in Victoria Police record check Applicants will be required to hold a valid National Police Record Check for professional placements as part of this course. For more information see: Federation University Australia police record check information and Victoria Police national police record checks Inherent requirements Inherent requirements refer to the fundamental attributes, skills and abilities that you must be able to achieve in order to demonstrate the essential learning outcomes of the degree you are studying. For example, such restrictions MAY include but are not limited to the following: Inability to secure a current Working with Children Check precluding students being able to undertake mandatory placements in an education or health course
- An inability to make reasonable adjustments in the education, clinical or workplace environment in relation to physical, psychological, cultural or sensory disabilities precluding students from being able to undertake mandatory placements in a nursing course
- Disclosures on Police checks that may preclude students from being able to undertake mandatory placements See our website for more information . Applicants with work and life experience Immunisations Prior to commencing clinical placements students are expected to provide evidence of current immunisation status. NDIS worker screening check The National Disability Insurance Scheme Worker Screening Check (NDIS Check) is a way to ensure that people who work with NDIS participants do not present an unacceptable risk to participants. Working with children check Applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children (WWC) Check for the relevant state prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course. For more information see: Federation University Australia WWCC information and Working with Children in Victoria Police record check Applicants will be required to hold a valid National Police Record Check for professional placements as part of this course. For more information see: Federation University Australia police record check information and Victoria Police national police record checks Inherent requirements Inherent requirements refer to the fundamental attributes, skills and abilities that you must be able to achieve in order to demonstrate the essential learning outcomes of the degree you are studying. For example, such restrictions MAY include but are not limited to the following: Inability to secure a current Working with Children Check precluding students being able to undertake mandatory placements in an education or health course
- An inability to make reasonable adjustments in the education, clinical or workplace environment in relation to physical, psychological, cultural or sensory disabilities precluding students from being able to undertake mandatory placements in a nursing course
- Disclosures on Police checks that may preclude students from being able to undertake mandatory placements See our website for more information .
Source: CourseSeeker (Australian Government), retrieved September 2026. Always confirm the current requirements with the university.
Assessment Methods
Assessment is varied across the programme and may include: Written examinations across foundational modules; Coursework essays and analytical reports; Group and individual projects with presentations; Practical lab, studio, or fieldwork assessments where relevant; A final-year dissertation or capstone project that lets you specialise in a topic of your choice.
Campus & City Life
Student Population
12,478
Total students
Staff Ratio
19:1
Students per staff
International Students
32%
Of student body
Campus at a Glance
City Size
Small city (50k-199k inhabitants)
Climate (indicative)
Four seasons
Safety Index (indicative)
8.5/10
Transport
Good (close to station or regional airport)
Social Scene
Friendly community
Student Life & City (indicative)
Mount Helen (Ballarat) offers a comfortable, outdoor-focused student lifestyle. Great weather, natural surroundings and a friendly community create a welcoming environment, with cafés, bars and local events to fill your downtime.
- Mount Helen (Ballarat) offers a comfortable, outdoor-focused student lifestyle.
- Great weather, natural surroundings and a friendly community create a welcoming environment, with cafés, bars and local events to fill your downtime.
What Students Love
- Outdoor & nature activities
- Great café culture
- Thriving student social scene
- Beach lifestyle
University Stats
Total Students12,478
Student-to-Staff Ratio19:1
International Students32%
Safety Index (indicative)8.5/10
Career & Outcomes
Graduate Employment
75%
Employed after graduation
Avg Starting Salary
£29,230
Average first-year salary
Placement Year
✗ Not offered
Industry work experience
Career Outcomes Overview (indicative)
Occupational therapy graduates register with the HCPC and work across NHS, social care and private settings helping clients recover, develop or maintain skills for daily living. Strong demand driven by an ageing population.
- Occupational therapy graduates register with the HCPC and work across NHS, social care and private settings helping clients recover, develop or maintain skills for daily living.
- Strong demand driven by an ageing population.
Top Industries for Graduates
- Engineering
- Education
- Healthcare
Study Abroad Opportunities
Y
- Y
Costs & Living Expenses
Overall Cost of Living (indicative)
HIGH
This location has a higher cost of living. Budget accordingly for accommodation, food, and general expenses.
Estimated Annual Costs
Tuition (International)Fee not confirmedCheck the university's official fee page Official fee page
Tuition (Home)A$9,880per year, maximum student contribution 2027 (indicative) Official fee page
Monthly Student Budget (indicative)
Housing£821/mo
Food & Groceries£331/mo
Transport£86/mo
Estimated Monthly Total£1,429
Annual living costs£17,158/yr
Cost Overview (indicative)
Like most major Australian cities, Mount Helen (Ballarat) carries a moderate-to-high cost of living — expect around $1,810/month (housing $1,040, food $420, transport $110). A comfortable lifestyle at costs below Australia's major east-coast cities.
- Like most major Australian cities, Mount Helen (Ballarat) carries a moderate-to-high cost of living — expect around $1,810/month (housing $1,040, food $420, transport $110).
- A comfortable lifestyle at costs below Australia's major east-coast cities.