Prerequisites
An approved bachelor degree and have completed university level studies in human anatomy, and human physiology. Please see 'Additional application information' below for further details on entry requirements.Entry is competitive based on GPA with a limited intake capacity.The minimum GPA to be considered for admission into this program is 4.5. The GPA cut-off for those offered a place in 2020 was 5.97.
IELTS overall 7; reading 7; writing 7; speaking 7; listening 7. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ
TOEFL IBT - Overall 100, listening 25, reading 25, writing 27, speaking 23.
TOEFL PB - Overall 600, listening 59, reading 59, writing 64/6.
Pearsons - Overall 72, sub bands minimum 72.
CES - Overall 185, All sub bands minimum 185.
BE and OET are not accepted.
Build on your undergraduate degree and qualify as an accredited physiotherapist in just 2 years with the Master of Physiotherapy Studies.
This 2-year full-time program is designed to equip you with the theoretical knowledge, skills and professional attributes for a career in physiotherapy. You'll gain an extensive body of knowledge and the clinical abilities, problem-solving skills and professional attributes to provide competent physiotherapy service in a wide range of contexts.
This postgraduate program is designed for people who have completed an approved bachelor's degree and appropriate prerequisite study in human anatomy, human physiology, psychology and statistics.
Through the program, you'll learn how physiotherapy can be applied in assisting in the physical management of the cardio-respiratory system, improving balance and motor control for better function and the promotion of motor development and coordination. You'll also study physical methods to control pain and therapeutic exercise for impaired muscle systems.
You'll undertake extensive supervised clinical placements in UQ’s onsite clinics, hospitals, schools and other healthcare organisations and private practices, allowing you to apply your learning with real clients.
You'll graduate with the skills, knowledge and confidence to flourish in your career as an accredited physiotherapist.
CRICOS CODE: 039545A
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Master of Physiotherapy Studies
Summer, Year 1
Course Title
Foundations of Physiotherapy I: Fundamentals of Communication, Movement & Exercise
Foundations of Physiotherapy II: Fundamentals of Examination & Measurement
Year 1, Semester 1
Course Title
Health Sciences Research Discovery II
Theory, Practice & Research: Musculoskeletal Phty - Lower Limb
Foundations of Physiotherapy III: Practice & Management
Theory, Practice & Research: Musculoskeletal Phty - Upper Limb
Year 1, Semester 2
Course Title
Theory, Practice & Research: Musculoskeletal Phty - Lumbar Spine
Theory, Practice & Research: Musculoskeletal Phty - Cervical & Thoracic Spine
Practice & Research in Physiotherapy Across the Lifespan 1
Theory, Practice & Research: Cardiothoracic Physiotherapy
Summer, Year 2
Course Title
Health Promotion, Participation and Preparation for Physiotherapy Practice
Clinical Practice & Professional Studies - Intro Musculoskeletal & Acute Care
Year 2, Semester 1
Course Title
Theory, Practice & Research: Phty across the Lifespan 2
Theory, Practice & Research: Neurological Phty
Clinical Practice & Professional Issues 1
Research Project
Year 2, Semester 2
Course Title
Clinical Practice & Professional Issues 2
Clinical Practice & Professional Issues 3
Clinical Practice & Professional Issues 4
Integrative Practice and Professional Issues
OSHC 530 ($) AUD per year
