Bachelor of Health Science/Master of Physiotherapy

Students are required to complete a minimum of 750 hours of clinical education. This is achieved through four 5-week blocks of full-time clinical placements. There are unique placement opportunities in the Northern Territory's regional, rural and remote areas, and all placements are supported by CDU academics and registered Physiotherapy professionals.

Yes. The Bachelor of Health Science/Master of Physiotherapy offered at Charles Darwin University has been approved by the Australian Physiotherapy Council and accredited by the Physiotherapy Board of Australia for the purpose of registration of graduates.

In the first two years, students are introduced to health concepts and constructs within the Bachelor of Health Science units that lay a foundation for clinical practice. In third year, students are introduced to physiotherapy-focused teaching and learning and undertake one clinical placement. In the final year, students further develop their physiotherapy skills and knowledge, applying these to theoretical and clinical placement units.

The annual tuition fee for full-time study in 2026 is AUD $35,584.00, which equates to $4,448.00 per 10 credit point unit (0.125 EFTSL). These fees are subject to annual increases effective at the start of each calendar year. CDU also offers a number of scholarships to international students to assist with the cost of study.

Yes. Before undertaking clinical placements, students must provide proof of meeting all university and State/Territory pre-clinical requirements. These include immunisation requirements, a Senior First Aid qualification, annual criminal record checks, a Working with Children Check, a National Police Check, and a fitness-to-practice check. If any of these clearances are not obtained, students will not be able to undertake placements and therefore will not meet the requirements of the course.