Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Occupational Therapy

Matriculation/Foundation/Pre-university/STPM
Pass with minimum CGPA of 2.33 in any two (2) of the following subjects : Biology, Physics/Mathematics or Chemistry

UEC
Pass with minimum of 5B's, two (2) of which include Biology & Physics/Mathematics

A-level
Pass with minimum Grade D in two (2) of the following subjects; Biology, Physics/Mathematics or Chemistry

Diploma
Recognised Diploma with minimum CGPA of 2.75 in a related field;
OR
Recognised Diploma with minimum CGPA less than 2.75 in a related field and a minimum of 3 years (36 months) working experience in the related field.

Local Students: MUET score of minimum Band 3
International Students: IELTS score of at least 5.5 / TOEFL (550) paper-based or equivalent

SEMESTER 1

• Basic Anatomy
• Human Physiology
• Introduction to Psychology
• Introduction to Occupational Therapy
• Basic Pathology
• Integrity and Anti-corruption Course [MPU]
• Co-curriculum

SEMESTER 2

• General Medicine
• Orthopaedic and Surgical Conditions
• Introduction to Neuropsychology
• Occupational Therapy Process and Practice
• Foundations of Occupational Therapy
• Introduction to OT Clinical Practice (Clinical Visit)
• Skills for Success / Bahasa Kebangsaan [MPU]

SEMESTER 3

• Neurological Conditions
• Enabling Occupations: Musculoskeletal
• Occupational Ergonomics
• Clinical Placement: Musculoskeletal
• Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban / Bahasa Malaysia Komunikasi [MPU]

SEMESTER 4

• Paediatric Conditions
• Enabling Occupations: Neurological and Medical
• Biostatistics
• Occupational Therapy for Medical and Neurological Conditions (Clinical Placement)
• Falsafah dan Isu Semasa [MPU]

SEMESTER 5

• Enabling Occupations: Paediatric Conditions
• Psychiatric Conditions
• Aged Care in Occupational Therapy
• Research Methodology
• Clinical Placement: Paediatric

SEMESTER 6

• Enabling Occupations: Mental Health
• Evidence-Based Practice
• Entrepreneurship and Management in Occupational Therapy
• Clinical Placement: Mental Health

SEMESTER 7

• Community-based Rehabilitation
• New Frontiers in Occupational Therapy
• Work and Driving Rehabilitation
• Sexuality and Disability

SEMESTER 8

• Research Project
• Clinical Placement Final Year

Immersive clinical experience exceeding WFOT requirements (1000 hours), coupled with a unique apprenticeship model where students learn directly from experienced practitioners. This program not only surpasses the minimum clinical hour standards set by the World Federation of Occupational Therapists but also fosters a strong sense of professional identity and mentorship through direct knowledge transfer from senior practitioners.

• Geriatric Occupational Therapist
• Mental Health Occupational Therapist
• Community-Based Therapist
• Clinical Research Coordinator
• Ergonomic Consultant

This programme is eligible for PTPTN (Perbadanan Tabung Pendidikan Tinggi Nasional) financing. You may apply for a PTPTN loan to fund your studies at Perdana University.

Click here to check your eligibility and contact our Education Counsellors who are ready to guide you through the application process.

This programme is accredited by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA). Click here to view the accreditation details on the Malaysian Qualifications Register (MQR), or scan the QR code below.