Graduate Coursework

Doctor of Physiotherapy

  • Course code: MC-DPHYSIO
Clock
Duration
3 years full time
Location
Mode (Location)
On campus (Parkville)
Calendar-month
Intake
February
Key dates
Dollar
Fees
Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) available
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Entry pathways
Special entry options and Access Melbourne are available
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Overview

Intended learning outcomes

The Doctor of Physiotherapy draws on the University of Melbourne's reputation for excellence in teaching and research to inspire and enable students to become outstanding physiotherapists ready to excel as world-class leaders in their chosen field. Desired graduate attributes have been carefully defined, developed and mapped to every component of the course. The 67 attributes, listed in full below, have been collated into six domains:

  1. Self
  2. Knowledge
  3. Patient
  4. Physiotherapy profession
  5. Systems of Health care
  6. Society

Degree structure

The Doctor of Physiotherapy program is a fully fixed course. In order to qualify for the Doctor of Physiotherapy students must successfully complete all subjects as outlined below (300 credit points):

*Please note: All students are required to have their own equipment for use in classes.

Sample course plan

View some sample course plans to help you select subjects that will meet the requirements for this coursework.

Doctor of Physiotherapy