Griffith College
Diploma of Health Sciences/Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours)(081451)
Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia
Level
Diploma
Duration
5F or 10P
Campus
Gold Coast (QLD)
Intl. Tuition
Fee not confirmed
Intake
June 2027
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Course Overview
Diploma of Health Sciences/Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours) at Griffith College in Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia is a diploma 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)
The Gold Coast offers a hedonistic student lifestyle — legendary beaches, a pumping nightlife strip, theme parks, year-round sunshine, and easy access to Brisbane's cultural scene.
The University at a Glance
Staff Ratio
18.0:1
Career Prospects
Avg Starting Salary
£33,970
First-year earnings
Costs & Living
Intl. Tuition
Fee not confirmed
Check the university's official fee page
City & Location
Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)
Course Curriculum
Year 1
- Foundations of Diploma of Health Sciences/Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours)
- Academic and Research Skills
- Quantitative Methods
- Introduction to Theory and Practice
- Optional language or breadth module.
Year 2
- Intermediate Diploma of Health Sciences/Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours) topics
- Applied Methods and Tools
- Group Project
- Two optional pathway modules
- Career and Industry Insights.
Year 3
- Advanced Diploma of Health Sciences/Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours)
- Independent Dissertation or Capstone Project
- Two specialist optional modules aligned with your interests
- Employability and Professional Development.
Entry Requirements
Subjects
- Students must meet all professional practice requirements.
- For more information, refer to griffith.edu.au/griffith-health/fit-for-placement. | Applicant must have completed Year 12 or equivalent
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
Staff Ratio
18:1
Students per staff
Campus at a Glance
City Size
Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)
Climate (indicative)
Mild coastal
Safety Index (indicative)
8.0/10
Transport
Good (close to station or regional airport)
Social Scene
Friendly community | Coastal lifestyle
Student Life & City (indicative)
The Gold Coast offers a hedonistic student lifestyle — legendary beaches, a pumping nightlife strip, theme parks, year-round sunshine, and easy access to Brisbane's cultural scene.
- The Gold Coast offers a hedonistic student lifestyle — legendary beaches, a pumping nightlife strip, theme parks, year-round sunshine, and easy access to Brisbane's cultural scene.
What Students Love
- Beach lifestyle
- Vibrant nightlife & bars
- Outdoor & nature activities
- Major sports culture
University Stats
Career & Outcomes
Avg Starting Salary
£33,970
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
- Healthcare
- Business
- Education
Study Abroad Opportunities
Y
- Y
Costs & Living Expenses
Intl. Tuition
Fee not confirmed
Check the university's official fee page
Overall Cost of Living (indicative)
HIGH
This location has a higher cost of living. Budget accordingly for accommodation, food, and general expenses.
Monthly Student Budget (indicative)
Cost Overview (indicative)
Like most major Australian cities, Mt Gravatt 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, Mt Gravatt 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.