Overview

The Health Science (Occupational Therapy) course from Auckland University of Technology is intensive and involves learning in an interprofessional environment, in the classroom and in clinical practice settings.

Students at Health Science (Occupational Therapy) from Auckland University of Technology will:

develop the skills to become occupational therapists,

promote the health and wellbeing of individuals, groups and communities.

Career opportunities:

When you graduate you can apply to register as an occupational therapist in New Zealand and other countries.Occupational therapists work with all age groups in:

Primary Health Organisations (PHOs)
Community development
Health centres and hospitals
Research
Schools
Residential care facilities
Private practice
Rehabilitation and ACC

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Lifespan Development and Communication

Knowledge, Enquiry and Communication

Human Anatomy and Physiology

Health and Environment

Experiencing Occupation

Occupational Therapy Practicum

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-02-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-23 00:00:00 , International

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International students: We recommend applying at least three months before the start of the programme to have the best chance of securing a place in your preferred programme.

Domestic students: Apply well before the semester starts to have the best chance of securing a place in your preferred programme.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

80

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PTE Academic

50

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IELTS

6

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Auckland, New Zealand

Disciplines

Psychology Health Sciences Occupational Therapy

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

80

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PTE Academic

50

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

Must be capable of meeting Health Practitioners Competence Assurance Act (HPCA Act) requirements and Children's Act 2014, including police clearance

Cambridge International Examinations, International Baccalaureate (IB) or NCEA results

English language requirements

IELTS (Academic) 7.0 overall with all bands 6.5 or higher

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items like Additional medical costs, Repatriation, Liability etc. Make sure your student insurance covers your needs.

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Starting from €0.53/day, free cancellation any time.

Remember, countries and universities may have specific insurance requirements. To learn more about how student insurance work at Auckland University of Technology and/or in New Zealand, please visit Student Insurance Portal.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

38900 NZD / year

≈ 38900 NZD / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

8190 NZD / year

≈ 8190 NZD / year

Additional Details

National: $9,411.60 - $9,665.60 (for 120 points)
International: $40,121.60 (for 120 points)

Living costs

Auckland

New Zealand

1400 - 2200 NZD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Auckland

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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