Master of Science (Physiotherapy)

The School of Health Sciences has developed strength in a number of research areas, including cardiorespiratory physiotherapy (adult and paediatric), paediatric neurology, musculoskeletal rehabilitation, clinical pain sciences, exercise prescription, and burns clinical research.

The Masters by Research is a thesis-based research degree, normally comprised exclusively of supervised research, but can include research training coursework if appropriate. Once completed, your Masters thesis will be assessed by two external examiners.

As a Masters by Research candidate, you are required to have a minimum of two supervisors who will provide support and academic guidance throughout your degree. Your supervisors will assist you with the preparation of your research proposal, continuing to mentor and direct you throughout the research phase and through the process of examination.

Most domestic research students are eligible to have all Higher Degree by Research (HDR) course fees paid for by the Commonwealth Government through a Research Training Program (RTP) Fees Offset Scholarship. Domestic students are also encouraged to apply for stipend scholarships. International students may apply for Commonwealth Government Research Training Program (RTP) Scholarships or the University International Fee Remission Research Scholarship (IFRRS), both of which are very competitive and awarded to students of exceptional research potential.

The standard time for completion is normally two years for a full-time student and four years for a part-time student. The minimum time for completion will normally be one year, not including periods of approved leave of absence.