Physiotherapy,MX-PHYTH

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

0100217

Campuses

Curtin Perth

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines

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Duration 3 year(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 56,066 / year

Physiotherapy,MX-PHYTH

About

Overview

The Doctor of Physiotherapy is an Extended Masters degree that offers a fast-track pathway to becoming a physiotherapist. A series of coursework units will provide you with foundational knowledge in the broad range of specialist and practical areas that encompass the physiotherapy profession.

You will complete case studies and clinical placements to help you apply your knowledge to make well-informed clinical decisions. Furthermore, your studies will emphasise evidence-based practice and encourage you to think critically.

Please note: Participation is obligatory in laboratory classes, which require frequent disrobing when acting as clients or patients within the peer group. Being able to physically manipulate people, including lifting and supporting those with disabilities, is also an essential requirement.

This can be a physically and mentally challenging course. Please familiarise yourself with the inherent requirements before applying.

What you'll learn

Critically appraise and synthesise appropriate evidence to ethically apply physiotherapeutic strategies for individuals and groups across the lifespan
Competently and confidently apply and lead physiotherapeutic practice in diverse and changing environments and across a range of practice areas for improved healthcare outcomes at individual and/or group level
Communicate confidently and effectively to advocate for and educate individuals and groups of diverse cultural, linguistic, ability and gender backgrounds
Competently and innovatively use digital technologies that enhance healthcare delivery
Be curious, creative, and responsive to emerging evidence and practice change, and engage proactively and reflectively in lifelong learning
Demonstrate knowledge of socio-politico-cultural influences on health care in a local and global context and an ability to respond to the national and international healthcare environment and broader healthcare priorities
Demonstrate cultural capability and implement culturally appropriate interventions to improve healthcare outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
Display leadership and work collaboratively with a range of stakeholders in interprofessional teams to achieve optimal client/patient outcomes

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Entry requirements

What you need in order to get into this course. There are different pathway options depending on your level of work and education experience.

Specifically, applicants require a relevant bachelor degree or equivalent and completion of units at a tertiary level in 1. musculoskeletal limb anatomy, 2. human biology or physiology and 3. health research methods or evidence-based practice. Desirable units include physics, psychology and statistics. Students are required to have a current Senior First Aid Certificate or equivalent and a swimming qualification (Bronze medal, Aquatic Rescue Award, as per Royal lifesaving awards or equivalent) and criminal record screening and clearance before entering the course. Prospective applicants are advised that the program requires full participation in laboratory classes where manual skills, including the ability to lift and support severely disabled patients, and topics such as surface anatomy are presented.

Applicants for this course should refer to the Faculty website for more information on Communicable Diseases and Criminal Record Screening and Clearance.

Application Requirements

Please refer to our application requirements before applying for this Curtin course.

This course can only be undertaken full-time over three years plus an initial intensive seven-week study period in January-February of the first year.
The Doctor of Physiotherapy course commences in early January each year.
Completion of the course’s 600 credits is necessary for physiotherapy registration eligibility. Credit for Recognised Learning (CRL) for a very limited number of units may be considered on a case by case basis.
Deferment of an offer to the following year is not allowed.
Entry is competitive and only 30 places are offered each year. Applicants are required to submit as much information as possible relating to their education and professional background to assist in the evaluation of their application.
Overseas-trained physiotherapists are eligible to apply to this course but should consider applying for the Bachelor of Science (Physiotherapy) as well.

Please submit the following documents with your application:

Academic transcript and award certificate – it is important that BOTH SIDES of the academic transcript are provided
Video statement
- Applicants are required to create and provide a web link to a personal statement video, in which they introduce themselves and reflect on their experience with physiotherapy and musculoskeletal limb anatomy. The video must be a maximum of 3 minutes in length. The audio must be clear and the applicant must be clearly visible in the video.
- Video storage platforms include and are not limited to: GoogleDrive, OneDrive, DropBox, Youtube, WeTransfer etc.
- The link must not expire or be password protected
Evidence of Study in Particular Subject field(s) at university level is essential

These essential subject field(s) of study are:

i. Musculoskeletal limb anatomy
– Bones, joints and muscles
– Not about cells, embryology or a general overview of the whole body
– Cannot be an online unit
– Must include ‘wet lab’/cadaveric content

ii. Health Research Methods or Evidence-based practice

iii. Human biology/physiology

You must self-identify the unit(s) you have or are in the process of completing which you consider to meet these specific unit prerequisite requirements using the following Self Identify Prerequisite Form

If units are completed at an institution other than Curtin, unit outlines must be provided. Please provide Unit Outlines for all units you have self-identified on the template as meeting prerequisites. These unit outlines must contain the syllabus, learning outcomes and assessment for each of the prerequisite unit(s), a list of topics studied or calendar, must have the logo of the University and be from the year and semester you completed the units. Printouts from an Online Handbook are not accepted. The unit outline document name must contain the unit code.

English requirements

Curtin requires all applicants to demonstrate proficiency in English. Specific English requirements for this course are outlined in the IELTS table below.

You may demonstrate English proficiency using the following tests and qualifications.

IELTS Academic (International English Language Testing System)

Writing

Speaking

Reading

Listening

Overall band score

Unsure about your English proficiency level or pathway?

I don’t know my English level.

If you are unsure of your English skill level, we can provide a free online placement test, known as Password, to assess your current level of English and then to plan your pathway. This can be done through a Curtin registered agent or partner.

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Use your current English language proficiency test score to calculate the Curtin English pathway to your university study.

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Other requirements and notes for this course

This can be a physically and mentally challenging course. Please familiarise yourself with the Inherent requirements before applying. Reasonable adjustments can be made for students with disability.

Prior to graduation, you will need to provide evidence of your successful completion of an approved course in first aid (CPR).

In addition to the course-specific admission criteria listed above, please read our general admission criteria. Our general admission criteria apply to all courses at Curtin University.

Credit for recognised learning (CRL)

Use your experience to get credit towards your degree

Finish your course sooner with credit for your previous study or work experience.

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English Program Requirements

English requirements

Curtin requires all applicants to demonstrate proficiency in English. Specific English requirements for this course are outlined in the IELTS table below.

You may demonstrate English proficiency using the following tests and qualifications.

IELTS Academic (International English Language Testing System)

Writing

Speaking

Reading

Listening

Overall band score

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

AUD 56,066

Application Fee

AUD

How to Apply

1. Gather your documents

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.

2. Submit your application

You can apply direct online through our Applicant Portal. You can access the Applicant Portal by:

Navigating to the relevant course page
Click ‘Apply now’
When the pop-up window appears, select “Apply directly to Curtin University”.

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.

3. Accept your Curtin offer

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.

4. Apply for your 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.

5. Prepare to go

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