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Universities Australia University of Queensland- Saint Lucia Courses Master of Physiotherapy Studies

Master of Physiotherapy Studies
at University of Queensland- Saint Lucia

Saint Lucia, Australia

Tuition Fee AU$ 61,720
Country Rank-
Duration24 Months
Score IELTS: 7 TOEFL: 100

Program Overview

Build on your undergraduate degree and qualify as an accredited physiotherapist in just 2 years with the Master of Physiotherapy Studies.

This 2-year full-time program is designed to equip you with the theoretical knowledge, skills and professional attributes for a career in physiotherapy. You'll gain an extensive body of knowledge and the clinical abilities, problem-solving skills and professional attributes to provide competent physiotherapy service in a wide range of contexts.

This postgraduate program is designed for people who have completed an approved bachelor's degree and appropriate prerequisite study in human anatomy, human physiology, psychology and statistics.

Through the program, you'll learn how physiotherapy can be applied in assisting in the physical management of the cardio-respiratory system, improving balance and motor control for better function and the promotion of motor development and coordination. You'll also study physical methods to control pain and therapeutic exercise for impaired muscle systems.

You'll undertake extensive supervised clinical placements in UQ’s onsite clinics, hospitals, schools and other healthcare organisations and private practices, allowing you to apply your learning with real clients.

You'll graduate with the skills, knowledge and confidence to flourish in your career as an accredited physiotherapist.

Program highlights

Gain clinical experience throughout the program to be confident that you're job-ready upon graduation.
Open pathways to further specialisation such as a Master of Physiotherapy or a PhD.
Join a school that leads in rehabilitation teaching and research, and has offered physiotherapy studies since 1938.

Course Content
Complete 40 units comprising:
- 20 units from MPhtySt Year 1 Core Courses, and
- 20 units from MPhtySt Year 2 Core Courses
MPhtySt Year 1 Summer Semester

Complete 4 units for ALL of the following:
- Foundations of Physiotherapy I: Fundamentals of Communication, Movement & Exercise
- Foundations of Physiotherapy II: Fundamentals of Examination & Measurement
MPhtySt Year 1 Semester 1

Complete 8 units for ALL of the following:
- Health Sciences Research Discovery II
- Theory, Practice & Research: Musculoskeletal Phty - Lower Limb
- Foundations of Physiotherapy III: Practice & Management
- Theory, Practice & Research: Musculoskeletal Phty - Upper Limb
MPhtySt Year 1 Semester 2

Complete 8 units for ALL of the following:
- Theory, Practice & Research: Musculoskeletal Phty - Lumbar Spine
- Theory, Practice & Research: Musculoskeletal Phty - Cervical & Thoracic Spine
- Practice & Research in Physiotherapy Across the Lifespan 1
- Theory, Practice & Research: Cardiothoracic Physiotherapy
MPhtySt Year 2 Summer Semester

Complete 4 units for ALL of the following:
- Health Promotion, Participation and Preparation for Physiotherapy Practice
- Clinical Practice & Professional Studies - Intro Musculoskeletal & Acute Care
MPhtySt Year 2 Semester 1

Complete 8 units for ALL of the following:
- Research Project
- Theory, Practice & Research: Phty across the Lifespan 2
- Theory, Practice & Research: Neurological Phty
- Clinical Practice & Professional Issues 1
MPhtySt Year 2 Semester 2

Complete 8 units for ALL of the following:
- Clinical Practice & Professional Issues 2
- Clinical Practice & Professional Issues 3
- Clinical Practice & Professional Issues 4
- Integrative Practice and Professional Issues
Entry Requirement
Entry requirements

To be eligible for entry, you'll need:
- An approved bachelor degree and have completed university level studies in human anatomy, and human physiology. Please see 'Additional application information' below for further details on entry requirements. Entry is competitive based on GPA with a limited intake capacity.The minimum GPA to be considered for admission into this program is 4.5. The GPA cut-off for those offered a place in 2021 was 6.05.
English language requirements
- IELTS overall 7; reading 7; writing 7; speaking 7; listening 7. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ
- TOEFL IBT - Overall 100, listening 25, reading 25, writing 27, speaking 23.
- TOEFL PB - Overall 600, listening 59, reading 59, writing 64/6.
- Pearsons - Overall 72, sub bands minimum 72.
- CES - Overall 185, All sub bands minimum 185.
- BE and OET are not accepted.
There are other ways to meet the English language requirements. For some programs, additional conditions apply.

Student visas
- International students who are accepted into full-time study in the Master of Physiotherapy Studies are eligible to apply for an Australian student visa (subclass 500).
- There are a number of requirements you must satisfy before a visa is granted, including the genuine temporary entrant (GTE) requirement.
Fees & Scholarships
Indicative annual fee
Approximate yearly cost of full-time tuition (16 units). This program has a different study load so actual fees may be higher or lower. Check the courses and program structure for more details. Fees are reviewed each year and may increase.
- AUD $61,720
Additional costs
- Annual CPR re-certification (approximately $70 per year)
- Students are expected to fund travel and living expenses associated with placements, some of which may be outside the Brisbane metropolitan area.
- First Aid Certificate (including CPR) (approximately $130 renewed every 3 years)
- A clinical uniform shirt is required and may be purchased through the School.
- Costs for vaccinations and serology are the responsibility of the student and will vary based on individual and program requirements.
Financial aid
As an international student, you might be eligible for financial aid – either from your home country, or from the Australian Government.
Career Prospect
Professional registration
When you graduate, you may be eligible for registration with the following professional organisations. Contact the organisation to find out how to register.
- Physiotherapy Board Of Australia
Professional memberships
When you graduate, you may be eligible for memberships with the following professional organisations. Contact the organisation to find out how to become a member.
- Australian Physiotherapy Association

Cost Of Studying At University of Queensland- Saint Lucia

Interest rates as low as 8.9% ^*

250K+

Students Assisted

800Cr+

Loan Amount Disbursed

5000+

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Master of Physiotherapy Studies at University of Queensland- Saint Lucia