Course Overview

About This Course

The Master of Physiotherapy (Graduate Entry) is an intensive two-year program giving graduates from another field the requirements to practise as a registered physiotherapist.
The curriculum is contemporary and culturally informed, with hands-on learning aligned to industry needs. You learn to assess, treat and prevent a range of health conditions across the different stages of life, empowering people to lead healthy, engaged and fulfilling lives, with patient-centred care at the heart of practice.
The degree covers many areas of practice, including musculoskeletal physiotherapy, rehabilitation, acute care, paediatrics and community practice, and you become an expert in the structure and function of the human body.
From your first day you begin thinking like a physiotherapist, and you complete clinical placements across diverse healthcare settings, supported by the university's industry partnerships.
Entry requires prior study in statistics and research methods, human anatomy and human physiology within the last ten years.
The program totals 96 units — 54 units of core courses and 42 units of work integrated learning — delivered full time only over two years at the Adelaide City Campus, with a February intake.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Adelaide

Mawson Lakes Boulevard, Mawson Lakes, SA 5095

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Student Information

Fees & Entry by Student Type

Tuition Fee

Commonwealth Supported

Duration

2 years full-time only (no part time option)

Intakes

February

Study Mode

Full-time only (no part time option)

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

Domestic students Prerequisite: Applicants are required to provide evidence of satisfactory completion of prerequisite courses in the last 10 years in the following content areas: • 0.125 EFTSL Statistics and Research Methods; AND • 0.250 EFTSL Human Anatomy; AND • 0.250 EFTSL Human Physiology Assumed knowledge: None SATAC code: ACM184 To be eligible, an applicant must have achieved the following minimum entry requirements and demonstrate they fulfil any prerequisite and essential criteria for admission. In cases where there are more eligible applicants than available places, admission will be competitive with ranks based on the entry criteria. A completed bachelor (AQF level 7) degree or higher from a recognised higher education institution in one of the approved Fields of Education with a highly competitive GPA; AND Satisfactory completion of prerequisite courses at a Bachelor level or higher within the last 10 years.* *On a case-by-case basis, the Program Director may consider applicants whose prerequisites were completed more than 10 years ago if they have relevant, recent work experience. • Approved Fields of Education — Medical Studies Rehabilitation Therapies Human Biology Medical Science Human Movement Public Health • Prerequisite courses — Statistics and Research Methods (at least one course equivalent); AND Human Anatomy (at least two courses equivalent); AND Human Physiology (at least two courses equivalent).

International students Prerequisite: Applicants are required to provide evidence of satisfactory completion of prerequisite courses in the last 10 years in the following content areas: • 0.125 EFTSL Statistics and Research Methods; AND • 0.250 EFTSL Human Anatomy; AND • 0.250 EFTSL Human Physiology Assumed knowledge: None Applicants must meet at least one of the following minimum entry requirements: • Approved Fields of Education — Medical Studies Rehabilitation Therapies Human Biology Medical Science Human Movement Public Health • Prerequisite courses — Statistics and Research Methods (at least one course equivalent); AND Human Anatomy (at least two courses equivalent); AND Human Physiology (at least two courses equivalent). English language requirements (achieved within the two years before admission): • IELTS Overall 7 • IELTS Reading 7 • IELTS Listening 7 • IELTS Speaking 7 • IELTS Writing 7

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Your clinical reasoning, problem-solving and interpersonal skills could also be put to use as a:
• Disability analyst
• Paediatric physio
• Neurological physio
• Cardiac rehabilitation specialist
• Occupational health physio
• Policy or education advisor
• Health service manager
• Researcher

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 Units12 units

REHB5000

Physiotherapy Professional Practice

REHB5010

Evidence Informed Clinical Reasoning in Physiotherapy

REHB5014

Musculoskeletal Skills in Physiotherapy

REHB5012

Acute Care Skills in Physiotherapy

REHB5015

Rehabilitation Skills in Physiotherapy

REHB5007

Pain Science (GE)

REHB5013

Acute Care in Physiotherapy Practice

REHB6004

Physiotherapy Practice in Rehabilitation

REHB6003

Applied Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Practice (GE)

REHB6000

Clinical Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy GE

REHB6001

Physiotherapy Practice with Children and Families

REHB6002

Advanced Practice in Physiotherapy GE

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the Master of Physiotherapy (Graduate Entry) take to complete?

The Master of Physiotherapy (Graduate Entry) at Adelaide University has a duration of 104 weeks (approximately 2 years).

Does this program include practical or clinical placement hours?

Yes, the program includes a significant work component of 868 hours over 40 weeks, providing students with hands-on practical experience as part of their studies.

What is the estimated total cost of the Master of Physiotherapy (Graduate Entry) for international students?

Adelaide University publishes an indicative annual tuition fee of AU$57,100 for international students commencing in 2027, which is AU$114,200 across the two-year program. With the AU$640 non-tuition fee, the estimated total course cost is AU$114,840.

Where is the Master of Physiotherapy (Graduate Entry) taught?

The course is delivered at Adelaide University's Adelaide City Campus, located in Adelaide, South Australia.

Is this course eligible for extended Post-Study Work Rights in Australia?

This course may be eligible for extended Post-Study Work Rights as it is a Master's degree (Skills Level 1 qualification) with a duration of 104 weeks (greater than 92 weeks) and falls under the Rehabilitation Therapies field of education. Eligibility is reviewed yearly and requires at least one active enrolment at the time of review.

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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