Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours)
Otago Polytechnic Ltd
Subject area
Occupational Therapy
Qualification
Duration
1 Year
Total student fees
$8,123
over 1 Year - details
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About the course
What can I expect out of this qualification?
The additional year of the honours degree prepares graduates for jobs in research orientated positions, or enables them to move more rapidly into a position of responsibility in occupational therapy practice. Graduates of the honours programme will have enhanced confidence in their understanding of the body of knowledge that informs day-to-day occupational therapy practice. They will also be in a position to engage more confidently in evidence-based practice. For those who are very successful in their honours degree, opportunities exist to fast-track an academic career with eligibility to proceed directly to a PhD degree.
Key Information for Students
Entry Requirements
Minimum requirements
This programme is only available for students who have completed the Bachelor of Occupational Therapy programme at Otago Polytechnic
Detailed requirements
See provider website for more details about entry to this qualification.
Duration
1 Year
Tuition Fees
| Annual | Total qualification | |
|---|---|---|
|
Student fees
(what you pay)
|
$8,123 | $8,123 |
|
Government tuition subsidy
(what the government pays)
|
$12,243 | $12,243 |
| Total | $20,366 | $20,366 |
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A Compulsory Student Services Fee may be charged, see your provider for details.
Student Success
N/A
National Graduate Outcomes
Outcomes for students who completed qualifications at the same level and in the same subject area, three years after completion:
| Median earnings | $51,879 |
| Earnings range | $42,128 - $57,731 |
| In employment | 78% |
| In further study | 18% |
| On a benefit | 2% |
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Scholarship information
Examples of related scholarships
Ian Campbell Scholarship
Provided by:
Wellington Paraplegic and Physically Disabled Trust - Secretary
Website:
Value:
Determined annually by the Trustees
First Foundation Scholarship
Provided by:
First Foundation - Student Programme Manager
Website:
http://firstfoundation.org.nz/
Value:
$12,000
This information comes from Generosity New Zealand. For more scholarships, search their givME database (formerly called BreakOut) via your college, university or local library website.
Contact details
Main Campus Office
Free phone: 0800 762 786
Phone: (03) 477 3014
Fax: (03) 471 6870
Email: info@op.ac.nz
Web: http://www.otagopolytechnic.ac.nz
Where does this information come from?
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