Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours)

Help people recover, move better, prevent injury and live healthier lives. At Griffith, you'll study at Australia's leading university for elite athletes* and graduate as a skilled, confident and compassionate physiotherapist. Physiotherapy is about more than rehabilitation - it's about empowering people to reach their potential by managing pain, restoring function and preventing future injury. With extensive clinical placements and an honours program that sharpens both clinical and research expertise, you'll graduate ready to make a meaningful impact across health, sport and community sectors. Highlights of studying the Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours) Strong focus on evidence-based practice and interprofessional collaboration. Explore how the body moves through biomedical, physical and behavioural sciences. Develop practical skills in musculoskeletal, neurological and cardiorespiratory practice. Graduate with a degree accredited by the Australian Physiotherapy Council (APC), ready to apply for registration with the Physiotherapy Board of Australia. Your training will open doors to dynamic career pathways, from everyday practice to involvement in large-scale sporting and international events, like the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Use your honours year as a launchpad for postgraduate study, such as a master's degree or PhD, or to pursue advanced research opportunities. Professional placements Gain hands-on experience through full-time supervised placements in hospitals, private practices, community health centres and aged care facilities across Australia. You'll work with patients in settings from intensive care and rehabilitation to sports medicine and community clinics, supported by expert clinicians and award-winning teachers. These experiences will equip you with the confidence and practical skills to step straight into professional practice. World-class facilities, industry connections, life-changing careers Physiotherapy is a rapidly growing profession, and Griffith is known for producing graduates who are ready to make an impact from day one. You'll learn in our state-of-the-art Griffith Health Centre and the Gold Coast Health and Knowledge Precinct, with access to purpose-built labs, simulation spaces and professional-grade equipment. Train alongside elite athletes using world-class facilities and benefit from the guidance of both staff and strong industry connections, preparing you for a career that truly changes lives. *Griffith had more athletes at the 2024 Paris Olympics than any other Australian university. Program accreditation The Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours) is accredited by the Australian Physiotherapy Council (APC) . Professional recognition Graduates of the Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours) are recognised by the Physiotherapy Board of Australia (PBA) and will be eligible to apply for registration through the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) to practice physiotherapy within Australia. Attendance information Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours) students will be expected to study full-time on-campus and attend all scheduled learning activities and clinical placements. If you are an International student on a student visa, you must ensure that you enrol in a way that will allow you to complete your enrolment within the expected program duration as stated on your Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE). The recommended study load for international student in each compulsory trimester is 40CP. Managing Study Interruptions Leave of Absence Taking a leave of absence from this program is permitted, subject to conditions outlined in the Enrolment Procedure and receiving approval from the Program Director or their nominee. Student story Robert Gavranich Bachelor of Physiotherapy "At Griffith, you’re more than just a number. Staff go above and beyond to provide learning assistance and support when needed. My studies have been enriched by learning from an amazingly vibrant and nurturing academic team and an incredible cohort of peers." Work-integrated learning Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours) students will undertake several work-integrated learning activities throughout their program of study. Students will undertake clinical experiences from Year 1 to Year 4 as part of academic courses. Compulsory clinical placements begin in Year 4 of the program. Students must have successfully completed all courses in Year 1-3 (240CP) before progressing to year 4 practicum courses, in which students will undertake five weeks (190 hours) full-time clinical placements as part of clinical placement courses. Students enrolled in dissertation courses will also participate within clinical research activities as part of their Honours research project. Total work placement (weeks): 25. Total work placement (hours): 950. Each clinical placement will have a different focus, such as physiotherapy within musculoskeletal, cardiorespiratory, neurological, or across the lifespan areas. Clinical placements will also take place in a variety of settings, such as inpatients, outpatients, community centres, or private practice. Regardless of the clinical placement focus or setting, students will be expected to safely and competently assess and treat clients in a holistic and evidence-based manner, drawing on knowledge and skill sets related to core areas of physiotherapy practice. Pathways to further study Graduates may be eligible to apply to higher degree research study such as a Master of Philosophy (5001) , Doctor of Philosophy (6001) or Master of Health and Medical Research (5763) . Professional Practice requirements There are placements associated with this program and before undertaking professional experience placements, all students in this program are required to have completed the following by the end of their first trimester of study: Vaccinations and Health Tests Licenses and Certificates Online Training Health Placement Requirements Students should refer to the checklist of professional practice requirements for their Health discipline on the Health Placement Support Hub for full details of the requirements regarding professional placement to ensure that they meet eligibility for placement.