Learn to assess and treat a variety of conditions that affect people’s movement and physical function.
The Doctor of Physiotherapy is a professional entry masters program that provides students with theory and practical skills to assess, diagnose and treat the human body.
Graduates work in many areas, including private practice, major public and private hospitals, sports, community health, paediatrics and aged care.
The Doctor of Physiotherapy prepares students for the changing roles of the physiotherapist in areas such as chronic disease management, health promotion and prevention, emergency medicine, acute care and private practice.
You will have experience through approximately 37 weeks of clinical placement across major metropolitan teaching hospitals, primary care, rural and international settings to prepare you for future careers in:
First you must meet the entry requirements for your undergraduate degree.
The Doctor of Physiotherapy also has specific prerequisite and grade entry requirements to be considered for entry. Specifically you must complete studies in human anatomy and human physiology or equivalent and a Multi Mini Interview.
The University also offers guaranteed entry to high–achieving domestic and international students who have completed an Australian Year 12 or the IB in Australia based on your ATAR.
Melbourne Chancellor's Scholars are guaranteed a place into the graduate degree of their choice following successful completion of their undergraduate degree.
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Innovative teaching methods and an extensive clinical program offering advanced skills that will create work-ready and highly employable graduates.
Highly credentialed and networked lecturers and mentors, as well as connections with leading hospitals, research institutes and the private sector.
Graduates of the Doctor of Physiotherapy will be eligible to apply for registration to practise as physiotherapists in Australia and New Zealand.