Master of Physiotherapy Studies
Course Overview
This full-time postgraduate program is designed for people who have completed an approved bachelor's degree and appropriate prerequisite study in human anatomy and human physiology. The program will equip you with the theoretical knowledge, skills and professional attributes for a career in physiotherapy. You’ll develop specialist diagnostic and clinical skills to provide exceptional physiotherapy services to clients as part of an interdisciplinary healthcare team. You’ll learn how physiotherapy can play a role in the management of clients with a wide range of injuries and conditions, including those that affect the musculoskeletal, cardiorespiratory and neurological systems. You’ll build knowledge and practical skills in evidence-based therapeutic interventions, such as exercise prescription and manual therapy for injury prevention, health promotion and optimising function, in clients across the lifespan. You’ll benefit from extensive supervised clinical placements in UQ Physiotherapy Clinics, aged care and community services, hospitals, schools, and other healthcare organisations and private practices, allowing you to apply your learning with real clients. Graduate with the skills, knowledge and confidence to become a leader in the field, as you begin your career as an accredited physiotherapist.
