This program aims to develop highly competent and autonomous occupational therapy graduates skilled in interprofessional and client centred practice. To achieve this aim the program will be informed by contemporary health research and occupational theories and tailored to meet local, national and global community needs.

The Bachelor of Occupational Therapy program is offered in internal mode at both Rockhampton and Bundaberg campus over a period of 4 years. In the first year students will undertake anatomy and physiology, psychology, professional practice, foundations of health and an introduction to allied health practice. In the second year more discipline specific courses including: theoretical foundations, functional anatomy, occupational performance across the lifespan, research methods, evidence based practice and understanding the environment will be covered. The third year courses involve learning how to enable occupation performance for a variety of clients as well as preparing for rural and remote practice. Students must complete 1000 hours of professional practice in order to graduate and these opportunities are integrated throughout the program. The final year prepares students to advance into actual practice as new graduates and involves community-based projects as well as other transition courses. Admission to the program is typically on the basis of the completion of senior secondary school, but alternate pathways for mature age students are available.