Master of Physiotherapy
If you already possess a health-related degree but now wish to move into a career in physiotherapy, then the Master of Physiotherapy from University of Canberra will help you transition into a new pathway fast – and with confidence.
Duration
2 years
Starting Date
February, August
Tuition Fee
TBA
Location
Canberra, Australia/Blended/Online
CRICOS Code: 050002F
Admission Requirements
Applicants must meet all of the following criteria:
- a completed bachelor degree in a health science discipline* with a credit or higher average, and
- degree level studies in musculoskeletal anatomy, advanced functional anatomy, physiology of exercise and biomechanics.
English Language Requirements
- IELTS Band: 7
- PTE Academic: 65
The program
This 2-year, full time course will help you leverage your existing qualification and combine it with a comprehensive integrated learning schedule to ensure that you meet both Australian Physiotherapy Association requirements, and your own career objectives in the most expediate way possible.
This course is unique to UC and has been specifically designed to help you not only graduate faster, but also enter the physiotherapy industry with a highly competitive edge.
So if you’re a health graduate that has been considering pursuing a career path more in line with your passion or purpose – then look no further than the UC Master of Physiotherapy course – and take your career to another level – fast.
Study a Master of Physiotherapy from University of Canberra and you will:
- become a skilled practitioner capable of working in a variety of settings
- receive an integrated learning mix of lecture, laboratory and tutorial sessions with a strong professional practice component
- gain the knowledge, skills, ethical appreciation and the clinical decision-making confidence required to practice as a physiotherapist
- gain professional experience in public hospitals and private practices in the ACT, regional NSW or across Australia
- undertake a series of problem based clinical studies to further develop your skills and adaptability
- acquire research skills and learn how to challenge established theories against a body of knowledge in the areas of growth and development, movement dysfunction, pathology or degeneration
Courses Included
- Musculoskeletal Interventions
- Health Professional Practice
- Cardiothoracic Interventions
- Neurological Interventions
- Musculoskeletal Interventions
- Paediatric Interventions
Career Opportunities
The Master of Physiotherapy course at UC is fully accredited by the Australian Physiotherapy Council. Graduates are eligible for registration as a Physiotherapist by the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency. A range of careers are available for Master of Physiotherapy students including:
- musculoskeletal
- neurological
- cardiothoracic
- sports
- women’s health
- paediatrics
Interested? Get started today!
University of Canberra, ACT 2601 Australia, Switchboard +61 2 6201 5111
CRICOS number: University of Canberra / University of Canberra College #00212K,
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