Have you considered studying Physiotherapy at University of Canberra?

Here are some reasons why Physiotherapy at University of Canberra might be an option for you…

1. The Master of Physiotherapy program at University of Canberra starts in July.
2. University of Canberra’s School of Physiotherapy does not put international limitations on applications.    All students will be ranked on GPA. No interviews are required.
3. Physiotherapy applicants who have a 5.5 (out of 7) GPA will have a chance to be considered for the program overall. 
4. Program layout is Year 1 Semester 1, Semester 2 all theory;  Year 2, Semester 1 and Semester 2 all practicum
5. 1000 placement hours
6. University of Canberra’s Master of Physiotherapy spots will increase due to the new UC Hospital being built and anticipated to be completed in 2018.  The University of Canberra Public Hospital (UCPH) is a sub-acute facility to be located in the North-Western corner of the University’s Bruce campus.The UC PH will be able to offer student places over the year, so University of Canberra’s capacity will grow.
7. Canberra is the capital city of Australia and is growing.

University of Canberra’s Master of Physiotherapy

The two year Master of Physiotherapy program at University of Canberra caters for graduates of an appropriate undergraduate human biology degree to provide a focused training in physiotherapy. The Physiotherapy degree at University of Canberra will incorporate lectures, laboratories and tutorial sessions with a strong professional practice component to provide students with the necessary knowledge, attitudes and clinical decision making skills required to practise as physiotherapists. A series of problem based clinical studies will further develop the skills and flexibility of Canberra students, allowing them to adapt to the challenges encountered in the delivery of physiotherapy in a wide variety of settings.

Professional Physiotherapy experience will be gained in public hospitals and private practices in the ACT and surrounding region. This will be consistent with the guidelines for registration of physiotherapists approved by the Australian Physiotherapy Council. Clinical Log Book entries will supplement the clinical and professional aspects. Monitoring of the academic rigour will occur through a University of Canberra course consultative committee. 

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