Clinical Physiotherapy

Curtin University

Australia, Perth

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Curtin University

Australia , Perth

Key Facts

Program Level

Master by Course Work

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

049888F

Campuses

Curtin Perth

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines26-Feb-2025

Apply to this program

Go to the official application for the university

Duration 1 year(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 47,463 / year

Next Intake 26-Feb-2025

Clinical Physiotherapy

About

In this course you will choose to major in continence and pelvic health, musculoskeletal physiotherapy or sports physiotherapy.

Selecting from a range of specialised higher-level units, you will study clinical management, examining the theories and techniques of physiotherapy practice. You will also study models of service delivery, current developments in physiotherapy care, promotion of health and prevention of disease and dysfunction in the client group.

It is possible to exit this course with a Graduate Certificate in Clinical Physiotherapy once you have completed certain units.

Clinical practice is a significant component of this course. During your placement you will detail a variety of case histories and evaluate each as a reflective practitioner.

Please note: Participation is obligatory in laboratory classes which require appropriate disrobing when acting as clients in the peer group, and physically manipulating patients including lifting and supporting people with disabilities.

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This course has an earlier application deadline. Please visit theapplication deadlines pagefor further information.

Please refer to the handbook for additional course overview information.

Why study

More than 60 years' experience underpins Curtin's internationally recognised and challenging, yet very rewarding physiotherapy courses.
These courses are taught by highly qualified staff with excellent clinical and research capabilities, in world-class facilities.
The school makes innovative use of web technology for staff and student communication and to integrate student feedback into continual course improvement.

utilise knowledge of biophysical, behavioural and clinical science into the safe and ethical delivery of physiotherapy services in diverse and dynamic settings

critically interpret information to plan, implement and evaluate physiotherapy practice.

source, appraise, manage and use a wide range of information relevant to evidence-informed physiotherapy practice and effective decision-making

use effective and respectful strategies for communication with diverse stakeholders

use relevant technologies as part of contemporary physiotherapy practice

demonstrate ongoing commitment to professional development and contribution to the profession through building personal lifelong learning capacities

understand the local, national and global factors that inform the delivery of physiotherapy services within a global health care perspective

demonstrate effective cross-cultural capabilities as part of respectful interactions in physiotherapy practice

apply professional skills for working independent and collaboratively in physiotherapy practice and within interprofessional teams

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Completion of 3 year post-secondary (post Year 12 equivalent) qualification OR hold a Bachelor degree (or equivalent) from a recognised University which is comparable to an AQF Associate Degree

English Program Requirements

If English is not your first language, you must also check that you meet English language requirements for your chosen course. Australian students must also meet the English entry requirements.

Career

Graduates may be employed as underground and/or open pit mining engineers or quarry managers, or hold other senior management positions once the necessary experience is gained.

Fee Information

⁺estimated annual tuition fee for a full-time study load

Plus Student Services and Amenities fee
Scholarships and financial aid available if eligible

Tuition Fee

AUD 47,463

How to Apply

Have your supporting documents to hand, and ensure they meet our guidelines. The documents may include certified copies of your qualifications, English language proficiency documents and supplementary forms for certain courses.

If your documents are not issued in English, an official translation from a recognised translation service must be provided.

Recognised translation services

National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters (NAATI) accredited translator in Australia
The Awarding institution
A Notary Public Office
The official Government body
An official and accredited translator*

*Official translations are subject to review.

If you have undertaken previous study or work that matches the content of some of your Curtin course units, you may be able to obtain credit for recognised learning, which exempts you from studying those units.

Applying online: Use the ‘Apply now’ button on the relevant course page and following the prompts.

Applying by mail or email: Download the International application for admission form [.pdf – 307 kB].

If you want to package your course with a Curtin English course, you can submit your application with your course application documents to streamline the process.

If your application is successful, you will receive an offer that you will need to accept or reject.

If you accept your offer, you will receive a Confirmation of Enrolment – a document from Curtin that details your course, how long you will be studying the course, and the tuition fees. This document can be used for acquiring a student visa.

Apply to the Australian government for your student visa. Gaining a student visa will allow you to participate in full-time study in Australia and work up to 40 hours in a fortnight. If you’re under 18 years of age, you must have approved accommodation and welfare arrangements in place before a visa can be issued.

See our pre-departure resources for helpful information regarding your move to Perth.