Master of Occupational Therapy
Otago Polytechnic
Subject area
Occupational Therapy
Qualification
Duration
1.5 Years
Total student fees
$11,951
over 1.5 Years - details
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About the course
What can I expect out of this qualification?
The aim of the Master of Occupational Therapy is to continue to consolidate graduates confidence in their metacognitive abilities through:
* extending their ability to critically evaluate relevant literature, through this knowledge increasing their own and the effectiveness of others occupational therapy interventions offered in the New Zealand bicultural context
* providing opportunities to continually engage in critical inquiry and reflexive reasoning, recognising and acknowledging how these influence the art and science of occupational therapy practice in the New Zealand bicultural context.
* enabling the ongoing development of understanding of how research informs practice developments, and having the opportunity to contribute to the knowledge base of occupational therapy through research.
Key Information for Students
Entry Requirements
Minimum requirements
You should have a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy from Otago Polytechnic, Auckland University of Technology or an equivalent overseas programme. Other applicants may be admitted who can demonstrate appropriate study of an equivalent level and content, pa
Detailed requirements
See provider website for more details about entry to this qualification.
Duration
1.5 Years
Tuition Fees
| Annual | Total qualification | |
|---|---|---|
|
Student fees
(what you pay)
|
$7,967 | $11,951 |
|
Government tuition subsidy
(what the government pays)
|
$12,581 | $18,872 |
| Total | $20,548 | $30,822 |
StudyLink website – information about student loans
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 | $59,155 |
| Earnings range | $45,299 - $79,717 |
| In employment | 88% |
| In further study | 8% |
| On a benefit | N/A |
All KIS information is the most recent data available and relates to domestic students only.
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Scholarship information
Examples of related scholarships
Fuji Xerox AUT Undergraduate Scholarship
Provided by:
Auckland University of Technology
Website:
http://www.aut.ac.nz/scholarships
Value:
$6,750
Ian Campbell Scholarship
Provided by:
Wellington Paraplegic and Physically Disabled Trust - Secretary
Website:
Value:
Determined annually by the Trustees
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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The MyQ data is compiled by the Tertiary Education Commission based on responses to the MyQ survey provided by recent graduates of this qualification.
NZQA supplies all other information based on material from the provider.