Course Overview

About This Course

Do you wish to practice as a physiotherapist? The University of Notre Dame Australia's Bachelor of Physiotherapy degree is a 4-year full-time program that prepares you to become an effective, culturally-appropriate practitioner focusing on the physiotherapist-client relationship. This program includes foundational courses aligned with specialised physiotherapy-specific courses and clinical placement experiences. There is a strong focus on ethical and professional communication and behaviours as well as on developing high-level communication skills with clients and as part of collaborative multi-disciplinary practice. Graduates from this program will be eligible for registration as a physiotherapist with the Australian Health Practitioner Registration Agency (Ahpra).

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

23 High St, Fremantle, WA 6160

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Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

Applicants with recent Secondary Education: Indicative ATAR/Selection Rank of 90 OR International Baccalaureate (IB) score of 34
Selection Ranks include ATAR plus Adjustment Factors
In order to be a competitive applicant, it is strongly preferred that school leavers have studied an ATAR course or equivalent in English and Mathematics and at least one ATAR course in the sciences that include: Physics; Chemistry; Human Biology, and/or Physical Education studies
Applicants with Higher Education: Successful completion of at least 8 subjects at an undergraduate level or higher, with an average grade of 65% or higher
In order to be a competitive applicant, it is strongly preferred that previous studies undertaken be in a health or science related area, at either an undergraduate or postgraduate level
Tertiary Preparation Programs are not accepted for entry
Applicants with Vocational Education and Training (VET) study: VET qualifications are not accepted for entry
Applicants with Work and Life Experience: Work and Life Experience is not accepted for entry
STAT is not accepted for entry
All applicants need to satisfy the Minimum University Admission Requirements including those relating to minimum age and English Language Proficiency

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Graduates of this program can follow diverse career paths in the private and public health sectors; career opportunities range from working in physiotherapy practices, hospitals or community health settings in both urban and rural locations in the fields of cardiorespiratory, musculoskeletal, neurology, paediatrics, research, clinical, academic teaching.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Professional Body

Australian Physiotherapy Council

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Skills Assessor

Australian Physiotherapy Council

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units30 units

Functional Anatomy for Physiotherapy A

Year One

Aboriginal People

Year One

Developmental Psychology and Mental Health in Physiotherapy

Year One

Functional Anatomy for Physiotherapy B

Year One

Medical Sciences

Year One

Therapeutic Exercise After Injury: Physiological and Practical Foundations

Year One

Movement Sciences for Physiotherapy

Year One

Research and Evidence in Physiotherapy

Year Two

Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy (Lower Limb)

Year Two

Principles of Clinical Rehabilitation

Year Two

Applied Neuroscience

Year Two

Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapy Sciences I

Year Two

Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy (Upper Limb)

Year Two

Physiotherapy in Gerontology

Year Two

Clinical Education I

Year Two

Physiotherapy in Gender Health

Year Two

Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy (Spinal I)

Year Three

Rehabilitation for the Neurosciences

Year Three

Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapy Sciences II

Year Three

Physiotherapy in Paediatrics

Year Three

Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy (Spinal II)

Year Three

Clinical Education II and Practitioner Development

Year Three

Clinical Education III

Year Four

Clinical Education IV

Year Four

Clinical Education V

Year Four

Clinical Education VI

Year Four

Professional Issues in Physiotherapy Practice

Year Four

Complex Cases

Year Four

CORE I: Foundations of Wisdom

Core Curriculum

CORE II: Elective

Core Curriculum

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Bachelor of Physiotherapy accredited and will I be able to register as a physiotherapist upon graduating?

Yes. The Bachelor of Physiotherapy is accredited by the Australian Physiotherapy Council. Graduates are eligible to register as physiotherapists with the Australian Health Practitioner Registration Agency (Ahpra), allowing them to work throughout Australia and New Zealand. Registration allows graduates to work across all states and territories in Australia, with mutual recognition also permitting registration in New Zealand.

How many hours of clinical placement are included in the program?

The program includes approximately 1000 hours of clinical practice (practicum). You will complete a variety of formal practicum experiences within the clinical setting commencing in Year 2. Clinical placements take place in physiotherapy practices, hospitals or community health settings in urban and rural locations.

What ATAR do I need to apply for this program?

The indicative ATAR/Selection Rank for this program is 90 (including Adjustment Factors), or an International Baccalaureate (IB) score of 34. To be a competitive applicant, it is strongly preferred that school leavers have studied an ATAR course or equivalent in English and Mathematics and at least one ATAR course in the sciences, including Physics, Chemistry, Human Biology, and/or Physical Education studies.

Is an Honours pathway available for this degree?

Yes, an Honours award is available for this program. Further information can be found in the Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours) regulations or by contacting the School of Health Sciences.

Are VET qualifications or work and life experience accepted for entry into this program?

No. VET qualifications are not accepted for entry into the Bachelor of Physiotherapy, and Work and Life Experience is also not accepted for entry. Additionally, Tertiary Preparation Programs and the STAT are not accepted for entry.

Application

How to Apply

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Course Snapshot

Salary, careers & skills

Typical Salary

Entry-level (0-2 years)AUD $67,000 to $82,000 per year

Early Career (2-5 years)AUD $82,000 to $100,000 per year

Mid-Level (5-10 years)AUD $100,000 to $120,000 per year

Career Paths

Graduate PhysiotherapistMusculoskeletal PhysiotherapistNeurological PhysiotherapistCardiorespiratory PhysiotherapistSports Physiotherapist

Key Skills

Clinical assessment and physical examination of patientsDiagnosis and differential diagnosis of movement disordersManual therapy and joint mobilisation techniquesDevelopment and implementation of individualised treatment plansExercise prescription and rehabilitation program design

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