Course Entry

> English Language requirements (Band 5)

> In addition to satisfying ECU minimum English standard requirements for this course, all applicants must also demonstrate English language proficiency as specified in International students are required to provide an IELTS Academic with an overall minimum score of 7.0 (no individual band less than 7.0). Internationally schooled applicants may also be required to meet this requirement. Alternative acceptable tests are as follows:

> Pearson English Test (PTE) Academic with a minimum overall score of 65 and a minimum score of 65 in each of the four communicative skills (listening, reading, writing and speaking), or

> Occupational English Test (OET) with a minimum score of B in each of the four components (listening, reading, writing and speaking), or

> Completion of at least six years of primary and secondary education taught and assessed solely in English in a recognised country as defined by AHPRA (including at least 2 years between years 7 and 12), or

> Completion of at least 5 years full-time equivalent continuous combined secondary and/or tertiary and/or vocational education taught and assessed in a recognised country as defined by the AHPRA (within the last 7 years). Note: The 5 years does not include the proposed ECU study.

> Note: English tests must be completed within 2 years of the proposed course commencement date and additional requirements may apply in relation to acceptable number of test sittings and combined scores across test sittings.

> TOEFL iBT is not accepted from 26/07/23.

> Minimum English standard requirements for this course may also be satisfied with one of the following:

> Year 12 English ATAR/English Literature ATAR grade C or better or equivalent;

> Special Tertiary Admissions Test;*

> Successfully completed 1.0 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher in the UK, Ireland, USA, NZ or Canada;

University Preparation Course;

Indigenous University Orientation Course;*

Aboriginal Student Intake Test;*

AQF Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree; or

Successfully completed 0.375 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent).

Course learning outcomes

> Apply contemporary occupational therapy knowledge and skills to a broad range of theoretical and practical situations.

> Think creatively and critically to anticipate challenges, and generate client-centred responses with individuals, groups, communities and populations.

> Evaluate and synthesise information from digital technologies and other sources to support problem-solving and decision-making.

> Communicate occupational therapy knowledge and ideas, clearly, coherently, and with independence.

> Demonstrate cultural capability with respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, and other cultures within society.

> Work collaboratively to support effective client-centred practice in diverse teams and environments.

> Demonstrate responsibility and accountability for own learning to ensure occupational therapy practice that is safe, ethical and lawful.

> Demonstrate the competency standards required for occupational therapy registration in Australia.

Fees and Scholarships

> AUD $41,600 - International students estimated 1st year indicative fee 

> ECU has a scholarship program that provides many opportunities each year to students undertaking studies here.

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