Your days are filled with chunks of meaningful activity. Mankind's use of activity instills a sense of purpose and meaning in life and provides a crucial balance of work, leisure and relaxation.
Occupations are essential to optimal functioning.
Occupational Science seeks to understand the nature, function and meaning of occupation and its centrality to the human experience. If you choose to study Occupational Science, you'll gain new insights into what it means to be human, learn how identities are constructed through occupations, develop skills for occupational self analysis and explore how occupations can enhance the well-being of individuals and groups. Requirements for the minor in Occupational Science A total of 20 units is required for the minor. Students graduating with a minor in Occupational Science and a major in another discipline will be well positioned to apply to the MA program in Occupational Therapy or to the doctoral program in Occupational Science. Students graduating with a minor in Occupational Science who plan to pursue future careers in fields of health, medicine or public policy will have a vital knowledge base that will make them more informed professionals.