Bachelor of Science (Hons) Occupational Therapy

Course Overview

Medical profession that uses occupational activity to help people to improve their quality of life by helping them gain productivity and independance

Curriculum

Programme Outline 

Year 1 Semester 1

1. Introduction to Occupational Therapy
2. Anatomy
3. Physiology
4. Behavioral Science
5. English

Year 1 Semester 2

1. Pathology
2. Neuroscience
3. Biomechanics and Kinesiology
4. Therapeutic Activities and Techniques
5. Bahasa Kebangsaan A/B
6. Computer and Information Technology

Year 2 Semester 1

1. Orthopaedics
2. Occupational Therapy in Orthopaedics
3. Occupational Therapy in Neurology
4. Islamic Studies/Moral Studies
5. Clinical Training I(Physical Dysfunction)

Year 2 Semester 2

1. Clinical Condition in Medicine and Surgery
2. Occupational Therapy in Paediatrics
3. Occupational Therapy in Community Based Rehabilitation
4. Malaysian Studies

Year 3 Semester 1

1. Psychiatric Condition
2. Occupational Therapy in Psychiatry
3. Hand Rehabilitation
4. Clinical Training III (Psychiatry)

Year 3 Semester 2

1. Occupational Ergonomics
2. Occupational Therapy in Occupational Health and Safety
3. Work and Industrial Rehabilitation
4. Clinical Training IV(Industry)

Year 4 Semester 1

1. Research Methodology
2. Biostatistics
3. Occupational Therapy Issues and Management

Year 4 Semester 2

1. Research Project
2. Clinical Training V(Specialization)

Entry Requirements

Career Prospects

• Hospitals
• Government & Private schools (including schools for special children)
• Rehabilitation centres
• Psychiatric centres
• Mental health facilities
• Childrens’ clinics
• Private paractices
• Vocational training centres
• Nursing homes