⦿ Applicants must have completed a UTS recognised bachelor’s degree, or an equivalent or higher qualification, or submitted other evidence of general and professional qualifications that demonstrates potential to pursue graduate studies.

Entry is competitive and assessment is based on grade point average (GPA). Applicants must have completed the following prerequisites at a tertiary level within the past 10 years:

⦿ two human anatomy subjects (structural and functional)
⦿ one human physiology subject
⦿ one exercise physiology subject
⦿ one neuroscience subject
⦿ one psychology subject, and
⦿ one research methods subject

For prerequisite checking, students must submit a Prerequisite Assessment Table with their application. Prerequisite subject approvals are subject to change as they undergo an annual academic review. This means a new assessment is required for each new intake.

Prior to applications opening, the Prerequisite Assessment Table may be submitted to GSH.Future@uts.edu.au for pre-assessment. A pre-assessment is not required in order to apply and will not be conducted once applications open.

Prerequisites may be completed as non-award units at a recognised tertiary institution if students did not complete them as part of their undergraduate degree.
UTS: Health degrees that may be recognised for entry into the Master of Physiotherapy include:

⦿ Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science (C10300) ⦿ Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Management (C10301) ⦿ Bachelor of Health Science (C10360)

Note: students need to complete the prerequisites as electives within each degree listed above.

The Master of Physiotherapy is a two-year, graduate-entry degree leading to eligibility for registration as a physiotherapist in Australia. Innovative and practice-based in approach, the course’s core areas of study include musculoskeletal, neurological, orthopaedic and cardiorespiratory physiotherapy across the lifespan. In addition to core areas of physiotherapy, students learn about evidence-based and professional practice, interprofessional teamwork and leadership, and undertake a research project. Advanced subjects include treatment of complex patients, health promotion and community rehabilitation. All students develop a professional portfolio designed to reflect professional competencies. Developed by experienced physiotherapy academics, the course’s subject matter is delivered in an integrated, student-focused manner, making use of cutting-edge technologies.

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