Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours)
Allied Health
A course by
Otago Polytechnic
A postgraduate honours degree in Occupational Therapy designed to deepen professional practice understanding, enhance research skills, and prepare for research-focused or higher-level roles in occupational therapy, with flexible online delivery and block courses.
Online study
Flexible online learning from anywhere
Dunedin, Dunedin
It will take a total of 1 year
This course requires 38 hours per week
Core skills this course teaches
Understand occupational therapy professional and practice issues
Achieve significant understanding of professional and practice issues in social, political, cultural and historical contexts.
Analyze professional and practice issues theoretically
Critically analyze professional and practice issues from a sound theoretical basis.
Evaluate research literature
Critically evaluate research in professional literature to engage in evidence-based practice confidently.
What You're Signing Up For
This Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours) program aims to deepen knowledge of occupational therapy practice and develop research skills. It prepares graduates for advanced professional roles and academic careers in the field. The program covers a significant understanding of occupational therapy in social, cultural, and political contexts, cultivates evidence-based practice confidence, and entails conducting small-scale research projects. Delivery is primarily online with four compulsory block courses held in Dunedin, allowing flexible study around other commitments.
Course Content
- Research for Practice (30 credits, Level 8)
- Research Design (30 credits, Level 8)
- Dissertation (60 credits, Level 8)
What you need to know first
Completed Bachelor of Occupational Therapy with GPA 5.0 or equivalent
Commence honours within three years of completing Bachelor of Occupational Therapy
International students individually assessed for entry requirements
English language proficiency: NZ University Entrance or Academic IELTS 6.5 with no band under 6.5 or equivalent
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Healthcare
Allied Health
Occupational Therapy
Future employment opportunities might be
Research-focused occupational therapy roles
Higher-level professional occupational therapy positions
Academic and teaching roles in occupational therapy
Otago Polytechnic is known for high quality, hands on learning that leads to strong outcomes. With excellent student satisfaction, high graduate employment rates, and a commitment to sustainability, it’s a place where practical skills meet purpose. Their award winning programmes span design, fashion, creative arts, trades, health, and business, giving you real experience and real confidence for whatever comes next.