Master of Occupational Therapy prerequisites

About the course

This page outlines the prerequisite subject requirements applicants must meet before entering Bond University’s Master of Occupational Therapy. It specifies study in anatomy, physiology and behavioural science (with Bond-equivalent subjects listed) and provides guidance on how to evidence prior learning from other institutions. The prerequisites support entry into a Master coursework programme in Occupational Therapy. The programme develops advanced clinical reasoning, health leadership, and evidence-based practice for complex care environments.

Career outcome

Meeting the prerequisites supports entry into Bond University’s Master of Occupational Therapy, which prepares graduates for occupational therapy practice across health and community settings. Typical pathways include roles in hospitals, rehabilitation services, aged care, disability and mental health services, and community organisations. This is a Master coursework pathway in Occupational Therapy leading toward professional practice. Preparing graduates for clinical leadership, health management, and advanced nursing or allied health specialist roles.

Living Costs in Gold Coast**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 22 - 29	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,564 - 2,068	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,096 - 1,449
Transportation (Daily) A$ 3 - 9	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 234 - 310

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

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***Source: PayScale.com (2026)