Bachelor of Physiotherapy
James Cook University
Program Overview
Pursue your passion for rehabilitation and improve your clients' quality of life with your extensive theoretical and practical knowledge about human anatomy, physiology, biomechanics and exercise prescription. Experience hands-on learning with clinical placements in a variety of rural, regional and remote settings.
Cairns, Australia
48 Months
AU$ 41,200
IELTS: 7 TOEFL: 94
Course Structure
CORE SUBJECTS
- Anatomy and Physiology for Physiotherapy 1
- Introduction to Physiotherapy
- Communication Skills for Health Professionals
- Foundations of Allied Health Professional Practice
- Anatomy and Physiology for Physiotherapy 2
- Lifespan Development for Health A
- Health and Health Care in Australia
- Introduction to Physiotherapy Applications
- Health Professional Research 1
- Health Promotion for Health Professionals
- Health Professional Research 2
- Neuroscience in Physiotherapy
Course pre-requisites
English (Units 3/4,C), Mathematical Methods (Unit 3/4,C), plus one of Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Health, Physical Education or Psychology (Units 3/4,C).
Estimated annual tuition fee: $AUD41,200.00
Courses are charged per year of full-time study. International course fees are reviewed annually and subject to change.
JCU Physiotherapy graduates have a positive impact on their communities.
Graduates pursue careers across Australia and are especially equipped to work in rural and remote settings with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
You could work in aged care services, community health centres, hospitals, private practices, schools, or sports and rehabilitation clinics.
Graduates can register to practice with the Physiotherapy Board of Australia and become members of the Australian Physiotherapy Association.