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Master of Occupational Therapy

Masters.
The University of Sydney

53

in world overall ranking*

4

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

The Master of Occupational Therapy at the University of Sydney is a postgraduate coursework degree preparing you to practise as a professional occupational therapist. You’ll develop a collaborative, critical and strength-based approach to improving health, wellbeing and participation for people across the lifespan. The course combines biomedical and occupational therapy foundations with electives and extensive professional experience in a Master-level occupational therapy qualification.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue occupational therapy roles across hospitals, rehabilitation and community health services, disability and aged-care providers, mental health settings, schools and private practice. The degree emphasises real-world capability through substantial supervised fieldwork, supporting readiness for entry-level professional practice and further career development. Outcomes include working with clients to overcome barriers to daily activities as a Master-qualified occupational therapy professional.


Living Costs in Sydney**


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Restaurant
(Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant)
A$ 17 - 22
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom in City Centre)
A$ 2,207 - 2,918
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom Outside of Centre)
A$ 1,599 - 2,115
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Transportation
(Daily)
A$ 9 - 10
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Utilities per Month
(Electricity, Mobile & Internet)
A$ 219 - 290

Average Salary***


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*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)
**Source: numbeo.com
***Source: PayScale.com (2026)

Costs

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A$62,300 per year

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CSP: A$9,532
Full Fee Paying: A$43,200

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Information

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2 years

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February

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The University of Sydney (Camperdown/Darlington campus)

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MAOCCTHE2000

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

tick iconVICE-CHANCELLOR INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS SCHEME

Up to A$40,000

tick iconAUSTRALIAN GOVERNMENT RESEARCH TRAINING PROGRAM SCHOLARSHIP (INTERNATIONAL)

Tuition fees waived

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