Introduction to Occupational Science

Undergraduate | 2026

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Mode
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Your studies will be on-campus, and may include some online delivery
On campus
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Area/Catalogue
OCCU 1000
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Course ID
201518
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Campus
Adelaide City Campus East
Level of study
Level of study
Undergraduate
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Unit value
6
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Course owner
Allied Health & Human Perform
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Course level
1
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
The fee you pay will depend on the number and type of courses you study.
No
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University-wide elective course
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Single course enrolment
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Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

In this course, students will develop an understanding of occupation, environments as contexts in which occupation occurs and the interconnection between human occupation and health at a personal level. Students will be introduced to how these key concepts are applied in practice and therapy. Through reading, online learning activities, assignments and forum discussions, students will define occupations, communicate an understanding of occupation in differing cultural environments, and analyse occupation using narrative form. Students will participate in seminars where guest speakers will be invited to share insight and experience applying key concepts in practice and therapeutic settings. Student learning will be assessed through written and multimedia assignments, as well as through engagement in online learning activities.

Prerequisite(s)

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Corequisite(s)

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Antirequisite(s)

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