General Information
In this subject you will explore the role of occupational therapy in enabling independence and participation. There will be an emphasis on independence in self-care and activities of daily living to function in the home environment, as well as focussed attention on selected activities (including transport, sex and sexuality, and sleep) that underpin participation. At the end of the semester you will conduct a community presentation, where you will demonstrate group education and facilitation skills in the context of promoting independence and participation.
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Details
Academic unit: Faculty of Health Sciences and Medicine Subject code: OCTY71-110 Subject title: Occupational Therapy: Independence and Participation Subject level: Postgraduate Semester/Year: May 2026 Credit points: 10.000 -
Delivery & attendance
Timetable: https://bond.edu.au/timetable Delivery mode: Standard Workload items: - Workshop: x11 (Total hours: 44) - Workshop
- Personal Study Hours: x12 (Total hours: 76) - Recommended study hours
Attendance and learning activities: Attend all sessions. Most sessions build on the work of the previous one, and may be difficult to recover if you miss a session. Attendance in workshops will be monitored, and may impact on final mark. -
Resources
Prescribed resources: No Prescribed resources.
After enrolment, students can check the Books and Tools area in iLearn for the full Resource List.iLearn@Bond & Email: iLearn@Bond is the Learning Management System at Bond University and is used to provide access to subject materials, class recordings and detailed subject information regarding the subject curriculum, assessment, and timing. Both iLearn and the Student Email facility are used to provide important subject notifications.
Additionally, official correspondence from the University will be forwarded to students’ Bond email account and must be monitored by the student.
To access these services, log on to the Student Portal from the Bond University website as www.bond.edu.au
Class recordings: The majority of this subject's classes will not be recorded due to one of the reasons outlined in the Recording policy.
Students are encouraged to attend all sessions as these recordings will not be available for revision purposes.
For further information please contact the subject coordinator.
| Academic unit: | Faculty of Health Sciences and Medicine |
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| Subject code: | OCTY71-110 |
| Subject title: | Occupational Therapy: Independence and Participation |
| Subject level: | Postgraduate |
| Semester/Year: | May 2026 |
| Credit points: | 10.000 |
| Timetable: | https://bond.edu.au/timetable |
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| Delivery mode: | Standard |
| Workload items: |
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| Attendance and learning activities: | Attend all sessions. Most sessions build on the work of the previous one, and may be difficult to recover if you miss a session. Attendance in workshops will be monitored, and may impact on final mark. |
| Prescribed resources: | No Prescribed resources. After enrolment, students can check the Books and Tools area in iLearn for the full Resource List. |
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| iLearn@Bond & Email: | iLearn@Bond is the Learning Management System at Bond University and is used to provide access to subject materials, class recordings and detailed subject information regarding the subject curriculum, assessment, and timing. Both iLearn and the Student Email facility are used to provide important subject notifications. Additionally, official correspondence from the University will be forwarded to students’ Bond email account and must be monitored by the student. To access these services, log on to the Student Portal from the Bond University website as www.bond.edu.au |
| Class recordings: | The majority of this subject's classes will not be recorded due to one of the reasons outlined in the Recording policy. Students are encouraged to attend all sessions as these recordings will not be available for revision purposes. For further information please contact the subject coordinator. |
Enrolment requirements
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Nil |
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| Assumed knowledge: |
Assumed knowledge is the minimum level of knowledge of a subject area that students are assumed to have acquired through previous study. It is the responsibility of students to ensure they meet the assumed knowledge expectations of the subject. Students who do not possess this prior knowledge are strongly recommended against enrolling and do so at their own risk. No concessions will be made for students’ lack of prior knowledge.
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| Restrictions: |
Nil |
Assurance of learning
Assurance of Learning means that universities take responsibility for creating, monitoring and updating curriculum, teaching and assessment so that students graduate with the knowledge, skills and attributes they need for employability and/or further study.
At Bond University, we carefully develop subject and program outcomes to ensure that student learning in each subject contributes to the whole student experience. Students are encouraged to carefully read and consider subject and program outcomes as combined elements.
Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs)
Program Learning Outcomes provide a broad and measurable set of standards that incorporate a range of knowledge and skills that will be achieved on completion of the program. If you are undertaking this subject as part of a degree program, you should refer to the relevant degree program outcomes and graduate attributes as they relate to this subject.
Subject Learning Outcomes (SLOs)
On successful completion of this subject the learner will be able to:
- Apply occupational therapy reasoning to improve independence and participation.
- Apply enabling skills in the context of improving independence and participation.
- Explore assessment and intervention for key activities such as self-care, instrumental activities of daily living, caring, transport, sleep, sex and sexuality, and religious and spiritual participation.
- Work collaboratively and effectively as a group.
- Provide effective and evidence-based group education and facilitation.
Generative Artificial Intelligence in Assessment
The University acknowledges that Generative Artificial Intelligence (Gen-AI) tools are an important facet of contemporary life. Their use in assessment is considered in line with students’ development of the skills and knowledge which demonstrate learning outcomes and underpin study and career success. Instructions on the use of Gen-AI are given for each assessment task; it is your responsibility to adhere to these instructions.
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Assessment details
Type Task % Timing* Outcomes assessed AI category Computer-Aided Examination (Limited Open) Exam. The exam will cover the semester content and contain multiple choice and short-answer questions where you will apply your knowledge and understanding to OT practice. 40.00% Final Examination Period 1, 2, 3 Written Report Discharge Report. In response to a given case study, you will formulate a discharge report based on a client being discharged from hospital, reporting on functional ability and recommendations. 20.00% Week 6 1, 2, 3 Presentation Oral Presentation. You will select a topic of interest to a particular client group and present a group education session. You will be assessed on the content, educational resources, as well as your communication and group facilitation. 40.00% Week 10 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 - * Assessment timing is indicative of the week that the assessment is due or begins (where conducted over multiple weeks), and is based on the standard University academic calendar
- C = Students must reach a level of competency to successfully complete this assessment.
AI Categories
Ai Prohibited: Learning to develop AI-free knowledge and skills.
Ai Supported: Learning with the help of AI as directed.
Ai Focussed: Learning AI expertise and mastery as directed.
Refer to the assessment task sheet for specific AI instructions and review the Bond University Gen-AI Guide.
Pass requirement
To pass this subject, all assessment tasks must be submitted and a minimum overall mark of 50% must be obtained. Resit assessments are not applicable in this subject.
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Assessment criteria
Assessment criteria
High Distinction 85-100 Outstanding or exemplary performance in the following areas: interpretative ability; intellectual initiative in response to questions; mastery of the skills required by the subject, general levels of knowledge and analytic ability or clear thinking. Distinction 75-84 Usually awarded to students whose performance goes well beyond the minimum requirements set for tasks required in assessment, and who perform well in most of the above areas. Credit 65-74 Usually awarded to students whose performance is considered to go beyond the minimum requirements for work set for assessment. Assessable work is typically characterised by a strong performance in some of the capacities listed above. Pass 50-64 Usually awarded to students whose performance meets the requirements set for work provided for assessment. Fail 0-49 Usually awarded to students whose performance is not considered to meet the minimum requirements set for particular tasks. The fail grade may be a result of insufficient preparation, of inattention to assignment guidelines or lack of academic ability. A frequent cause of failure is lack of attention to subject or assignment guidelines. Quality assurance
For the purposes of quality assurance, Bond University conducts an evaluation process to measure and document student assessment as evidence of the extent to which program and subject learning outcomes are achieved. Some examples of student work will be retained for potential research and quality auditing purposes only. Any student work used will be treated confidentially and no student grades will be affected.
| Type | Task | % | Timing* | Outcomes assessed | AI category |
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| Computer-Aided Examination (Limited Open) | Exam. The exam will cover the semester content and contain multiple choice and short-answer questions where you will apply your knowledge and understanding to OT practice. | 40.00% | Final Examination Period | 1, 2, 3 | |
| Written Report | Discharge Report. In response to a given case study, you will formulate a discharge report based on a client being discharged from hospital, reporting on functional ability and recommendations. | 20.00% | Week 6 | 1, 2, 3 | |
| Presentation | Oral Presentation. You will select a topic of interest to a particular client group and present a group education session. You will be assessed on the content, educational resources, as well as your communication and group facilitation. | 40.00% | Week 10 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 |
- * Assessment timing is indicative of the week that the assessment is due or begins (where conducted over multiple weeks), and is based on the standard University academic calendar
- C = Students must reach a level of competency to successfully complete this assessment.
AI Categories
Ai Prohibited: Learning to develop AI-free knowledge and skills.
Ai Supported: Learning with the help of AI as directed.
Ai Focussed: Learning AI expertise and mastery as directed.
Refer to the assessment task sheet for specific AI instructions and review the Bond University Gen-AI Guide.
Pass requirement
To pass this subject, all assessment tasks must be submitted and a minimum overall mark of 50% must be obtained. Resit assessments are not applicable in this subject.
Assessment criteria
| High Distinction | 85-100 | Outstanding or exemplary performance in the following areas: interpretative ability; intellectual initiative in response to questions; mastery of the skills required by the subject, general levels of knowledge and analytic ability or clear thinking. |
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| Distinction | 75-84 | Usually awarded to students whose performance goes well beyond the minimum requirements set for tasks required in assessment, and who perform well in most of the above areas. |
| Credit | 65-74 | Usually awarded to students whose performance is considered to go beyond the minimum requirements for work set for assessment. Assessable work is typically characterised by a strong performance in some of the capacities listed above. |
| Pass | 50-64 | Usually awarded to students whose performance meets the requirements set for work provided for assessment. |
| Fail | 0-49 | Usually awarded to students whose performance is not considered to meet the minimum requirements set for particular tasks. The fail grade may be a result of insufficient preparation, of inattention to assignment guidelines or lack of academic ability. A frequent cause of failure is lack of attention to subject or assignment guidelines. |
Quality assurance
For the purposes of quality assurance, Bond University conducts an evaluation process to measure and document student assessment as evidence of the extent to which program and subject learning outcomes are achieved. Some examples of student work will be retained for potential research and quality auditing purposes only. Any student work used will be treated confidentially and no student grades will be affected.
Study Information
Submission procedures
Students must check the iLearn@Bond subject site for detailed assessment information and submission procedures.
Policy on late submission and extensions
A late penalty will be applied to all overdue assessment tasks unless an extension is granted by the subject coordinator. The standard penalty will be 10% of the total marks available for the assessment per day late with no assessment to be accepted seven days after the due date. Where a student is granted an extension, the penalty of 10% per day late starts from the new due date.
Academic Integrity
Bond University‘s Student Code of Conduct Policy , Student Charter, Academic Integrity Policy and our Graduate Attributes guide expectations regarding student behaviour, their rights and responsibilities. Information on these topics can be found on our Academic Integrity webpage recognising that academic integrity involves demonstrating the principles of integrity (honesty, fairness, trust, professionalism, courage, responsibility, and respect) in words and actions across all aspects of academic endeavour.
Staff are required to report suspected misconduct. This includes all types of plagiarism, cheating, collusion, fabrication or falsification of data/content or other misconduct relating to assessment such as the falsification of medical certificates for assessment extensions. The longer term personal, social and financial consequences of misconduct can be severe, so please ask for help if you are unsure.
If your work is subject to an inquiry, you will be given an opportunity to respond and appropriate support will be provided. Academic work under inquiry will not be marked until the process has concluded. Penalties for misconduct include a warning, reduced grade, a requirement to repeat the assessment, suspension or expulsion from the University.
Feedback on assessment
Feedback on assessment will be provided to students according to the requirements of the Assessment Procedure Schedule A - Assessment Communication Procedure.
Whilst in most cases feedback should be provided within two weeks of the assessment submission due date, the Procedure should be checked if the assessment is linked to others or if the subject is a non-standard (e.g., intensive) subject.
Accessibility and Inclusion Support
Support is available to students where a physical, mental or neurological condition exists that would impact the student’s capacity to complete studies, exams or assessment tasks. For effective support, special requirement needs should be arranged with the University in advance of or at the start of each semester, or, for acute conditions, as soon as practicable after the condition arises. Reasonable adjustments are not guaranteed where applications are submitted late in the semester (for example, when lodged just prior to critical assessment and examination dates).
As outlined in the Accessibility and Inclusion Policy, to qualify for support, students must meet certain criteria. Students are also required to meet with the Accessibility and Inclusion Advisor who will ensure that reasonable adjustments are afforded to qualifying students.
For more information and to apply online, visit BondAbility.
Additional subject information
Subject curriculum
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Activities of daily living
Over two weeks, you will learn about evaluation of activities of daily living, including factors that influence evaluation, steps in evaluation planning and various assessment tools. You will also learn about common approaches to interventions for activities of daily living and documentation for evaluation and interventions.
SLOs included
- Apply occupational therapy reasoning to improve independence and participation.
- Apply enabling skills in the context of improving independence and participation.
- Explore assessment and intervention for key activities such as self-care, instrumental activities of daily living, caring, transport, sleep, sex and sexuality, and religious and spiritual participation.
- Work collaboratively and effectively as a group.
- Provide effective and evidence-based group education and facilitation.
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Instrumental activities of daily living and leisure activities
In these weeks, you will learn about evaluation of instrumental activities of daily living and leisure activities, including considerations for evaluation and assessment tools. You will also explore interventions for these occupations and continue to build your documentation skills.
SLOs included
- Apply occupational therapy reasoning to improve independence and participation.
- Apply enabling skills in the context of improving independence and participation.
- Explore assessment and intervention for key activities such as self-care, instrumental activities of daily living, caring, transport, sleep, sex and sexuality, and religious and spiritual participation.
- Work collaboratively and effectively as a group.
- Provide effective and evidence-based group education and facilitation.
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Home visits
In this topic, you will learn about the purpose and processes involved in occupational therapy home visits and will explore related interventions, including home modifications.
SLOs included
- Apply occupational therapy reasoning to improve independence and participation.
- Apply enabling skills in the context of improving independence and participation.
- Explore assessment and intervention for key activities such as self-care, instrumental activities of daily living, caring, transport, sleep, sex and sexuality, and religious and spiritual participation.
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Rehabilitation
This topic explores the occupational therapy role in rehabilitation and application of teaching and learning principles within rehabilitation. You will also learn how grading can be applied in rehabilitation interventions.
SLOs included
- Apply occupational therapy reasoning to improve independence and participation.
- Apply enabling skills in the context of improving independence and participation.
- Explore assessment and intervention for key activities such as self-care, instrumental activities of daily living, caring, transport, sleep, sex and sexuality, and religious and spiritual participation.
- Work collaboratively and effectively as a group.
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Upper limb movement retraining
In this topic, you will learn about evaluation of upper limb movement and intervention approaches for upper limb movement retraining.
SLOs included
- Apply occupational therapy reasoning to improve independence and participation.
- Apply enabling skills in the context of improving independence and participation.
- Explore assessment and intervention for key activities such as self-care, instrumental activities of daily living, caring, transport, sleep, sex and sexuality, and religious and spiritual participation.
- Work collaboratively and effectively as a group.
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Cognition
This topic explores selecting appropriate evaluation methods and assessment tools for evaluating cognition and capacity. You will also be exposed to a range of cognitive intervention approaches and methods.
SLOs included
- Apply occupational therapy reasoning to improve independence and participation.
- Apply enabling skills in the context of improving independence and participation.
- Explore assessment and intervention for key activities such as self-care, instrumental activities of daily living, caring, transport, sleep, sex and sexuality, and religious and spiritual participation.
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Community mobility
In this topic you will learn about occupational therapy evaluation and interventions related to community mobility, including driving and the use of powered mobility devices. You will also explore alternative transport options to support community mobility.
SLOs included
- Apply occupational therapy reasoning to improve independence and participation.
- Apply enabling skills in the context of improving independence and participation.
- Explore assessment and intervention for key activities such as self-care, instrumental activities of daily living, caring, transport, sleep, sex and sexuality, and religious and spiritual participation.
- Work collaboratively and effectively as a group.
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Carers
This topic explores the carer role, different types of carers, and carer supports. You will also learn about ethical and legal issues related to the carer role.
SLOs included
- Apply occupational therapy reasoning to improve independence and participation.
- Apply enabling skills in the context of improving independence and participation.
- Explore assessment and intervention for key activities such as self-care, instrumental activities of daily living, caring, transport, sleep, sex and sexuality, and religious and spiritual participation.
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Clinical application
The final session will involve obtaining relevant information from occupational therapy assessments and utilising information gained to deliver evidence-based interventions across a range of clinical cases.
SLOs included
- Apply occupational therapy reasoning to improve independence and participation.
- Apply enabling skills in the context of improving independence and participation.
- Explore assessment and intervention for key activities such as self-care, instrumental activities of daily living, caring, transport, sleep, sex and sexuality, and religious and spiritual participation.
- Work collaboratively and effectively as a group.
- Provide effective and evidence-based group education and facilitation.