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Bachelor of Physiotherapy (202JA.1)
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| Selection rank | Delivery mode | Location | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 93.15 | On campus |
4.0 years | |
| Faculty | Discipline(s) | Available teaching periods | UAC code |
| Faculty of Health | Discipline of Physiotherapy |
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| Fees | English language requirements | AQF level | |
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View requirements | 7 | |
English language requirements
There are non-standard English language requirements for this course. To be eligible you must have an academic IELTS or equivalent of 7.0 with no band score below 7.0. Students who have undertaken all of their education in an English speaking country (as defined on UC website) are deemed to have met our English language proficiency requirements.
Delivery mode
Blended: Mixture of online and on campus units are available.
On campus: Units are delivered on campus.
Online: All units are online.
Online Plus: Units are available online, except where attendance at a physical location is required for placement or professional accreditation.
Location
All course material is developed and delivered via the location listed. Online units do not require on campus attendance.
Selection rank
The selection rank is the minimum ATAR plus adjustment factors required for admission to the program in the previous year. This is an indicative guide only as ranks change each year depending on demand.
Fees disclaimer
Annual fee rates
The fees shown are the annual fee rates for the course. The annual rate is the fee that applies to standard full-time enrolment, which is 24 credit points. The final fee charged is based on the proportion of 24 credit points in which a student enrols. Students enrolled in a Commonwealth Support Place (CSP) are required to make a contribution towards the cost of their education, which is set by the Commonwealth Government. Information on Commonwealth Supported Places, HECS-HELP and how fees are calculated can be found here.
Please note: Course fees are assessed annually and are subject to change.
AQF Level
University of Canberra qualifications are recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).
- Level 5 - Diploma
- Level 6 - Associate Degree
- Level 7 - Bachelor Degree
- Level 8 - Bachelor Honours Degree OR Graduate Certificate OR Graduate Diploma
- Level 9 - Masters Degree
- Level 10 - Doctoral Degree
| Academic entry requirements | Delivery mode | Location | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| On campus |
4.0 years | ||
| Faculty | Discipline(s) | Available teaching periods | CRICOS code |
| Faculty of Health | Discipline of Physiotherapy |
076966F | |
| Fees | English language requirements | AQF level | |
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View requirements | 7 | |
Fees disclaimer
Annual fee rates
The fees shown are the annual fee rates for the course. The annual rate is the fee that applies to standard full-time enrolment, which is 24 credit points. The final fee charged is based on the proportion of 24 credit points in which a student enrols. Information on how fees are calculated can be found here.
Please note: Course fees are assessed annually and are subject to change.
Delivery mode
Blended: Mixture of online and on campus units are available.
On campus: Units are delivered on campus.
Online: All units are online.
Online Plus: Units are available online, except where attendance at a physical location is required for placement or professional accreditation.
English language requirements
There are non-standard English language requirements for this course. To be eligible you must have an academic IELTS or equivalent of 7.0 with no band score below 7.0. Students who have undertaken all of their education in an English speaking country (as defined on UC website) are deemed to have met our English language proficiency requirements.
Location
All course material is developed and delivered via the location listed. Online units do not require on campus attendance.
Academic entry requirements
To study at UC, you’ll need to meet our academic entry requirements and any admission requirements specific to your course. Please read your course admission requirements below. To find out whether you meet UC’s academic entry requirements, visit our academic entry requirements page.
AQF level
University of Canberra qualifications are recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).
- Level 5 - Diploma
- Level 6 - Associate Degree
- Level 7 - Bachelor Degree
- Level 8 - Bachelor Honours Degree OR Graduate Certificate OR Graduate Diploma
- Level 9 - Masters Degree
- Level 10 - Doctoral Degree
Improve wellbeing as a physiotherapist
Physiotherapy is the practice of improving lives by preventing, diagnosing and managing the pain and disorders of human movement.
If you want a rewarding career as a successful physiotherapist, our Bachelor of Physiotherapy will ensure you develop the essential real world strengths and abilities.
The course curriculum was developed in consultation with the Australian Physiotherapy Council. It is inspired by research and grounded in evidence.
It builds progressively over 4 years and incorporates real world clinical practice to consolidate all the theory and practical skills you have learnt.
Study a Bachelor of Physiotherapy at UC and you will:
- get a solid foundation in anatomy, human physiology and psychology
- apply your knowledge to clinical reasoning and evaluation skills
- develop clinical experience in the core areas of musculoskeletal, neurological and cardiorespiratory physiotherapy across all age groups
- cover a range of other clinical specialities so you are equipped to meet the unique needs of your future clients
- engage in the full range of learning methods: lectures, tutorials, practical sessions and a work experience component
- gain professional experience in public hospitals, community centres and private practices in Canberra and throughout Australia, including our own on site student-led clinic.
Study opportunities
- We have our own Faculty of Health student led clinic that provides a reduced cost physiotherapy service to the community to increase your experience of real world practice in a supported learning environment.
- If you are a high achieving student with an enquiring mind there is the option of an embedded honours research course within the degree.
- You also have the option of further postgraduate study in specialty physiotherapy and research.
Career opportunities
A physiotherapy career can be extremely varied and rewarding. Clinical practice can include paediatrics, aged care, rehabilitation, community physiotherapy and sports. You can work in hospitals, community health or private practices anywhere in Australia.
Important to know
Accreditation of our program is pending. Once achieved you will be eligible for registration as a physiotherapist.
Professional accreditation
The Faculty will apply for this course to be accredited by the Australian Physiotherapy Council. Following accreditation, graduates of the Bachelor of Physiotherapy will then be eligible for registration as a Physiotherapist by the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency.
Normal UC admission requirements to an undergraduate course.
Additional admission requirements
All students in the Bachelor of Physiotherapy course are required to complete clinical practice placement in blocks of time, often outside teaching time. These clinical practice placements are essential to the program. Prior to commencing clinical practice, all students need to present a complete immunisation schedule, and First Aid Certificates including CPR, as a requirement of the ACT and NSW health departments.
All students are required to undergo an Australian Federal Police record check prior to undertaking clinical experience in the ACT, and a NSW Police check before undertaking practice in NSW.
Assumed knowledge
ACT: Mathematical Methods major and either Biology or Human Movement major(s); and Chemistry or Physics major(s). NSW: Mathematics and either Biology or Human Movement, and Physics or Chemistry.
Periods course is open for new admissions
This course is not open for new admissions.
Credit arrangements
There are currently no formal credit transfer arrangements for entry to this course. Any previous study or work experience will only be considered as part of the application process in accordance with current course rules and university policy.
Bachelor of Physiotherapy (202JA) | 96 credit points
In addition to course requirements, in order to successfully complete your course you must meet the inherent requirements. Please refer to the inherent requirements statement applicable to your course
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Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
Semester 1
Course duration
Standard eight semesters full-time. Maximum twenty semesters. This course is available for full-time enrolment only.
Learning outcomes
| Learning outcomes | Related graduate attributes |
|---|---|
| Knowledge of the structure and function of the human body relevant to the practice of physiotherapy. | Analysis and enquiry |
| Knowledge of the degenerative and disease processes affecting the human body relevant to the practice of physiotherapy. |
Analysis and enquiry |
| Knowledge, skill, understanding and application of the assessment, intervention, therapeutic and educational tools relevant to the practice of physiotherapy. | Analysis and enquiry Working independently and with others Communication |
| Understanding and application of professional ethics, responsibilities, values and standards for practice of physiotherapy. | Professionalism and social responsibility Communication Working independently and with others |
| Communication skills in listening, speaking, explaining, teaching, writing and reading relevant to medical and physiotherapeutic practice. | Communication Working independently and with others |
| Ability to read, critique, evaluate and apply evidence from research and science into the practices of health care and health services. | Analysis and enquiry Personal attributes: critical thinking, reflective practice, thriving in an environment of change |
Placements requirements
This course requires students to meet compulsory placement requirements prior to undertaking professional placement (Work-Integrated Learning) in a clinical or professional setting. For information on what these requirements are and how to meet these requirements, please visit www.canberra.edu.au/placement
Majors
- Major in Physiotherapy Interventions (Restricted) (MJ0205)
- Major in Physiotherapy Practice (Restricted) (MJ0206)
Awards
| Award | Official abbreviation |
|---|---|
| Bachelor of Physiotherapy | B Physio |
| Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours) | B Physio (Hons) |
Honours
High performing students may be eligible to enter the Bachelor of Physiotherapy honours stream. Students may be invited to apply to complete the honours degree, or apply based on their academic performance of high credit average, or on approval of the course convenor, as detailed below.
Prerequisites for honours study include completion of preparatory units in statistics or health data analysis.
Honours study involves completion of unit 8987 Evidence Based Practice (Honours) and two honours units: Physiotherapy Honours Thesis 1 and 2.
Requirements for degree with Honours:
(i) Application for Bachelor of Physiotherapy with honours, should be made at the end of the third year. Eligible applications will be considered by the Bachelor of Physiotherapy course convenor and the Physiotherapy Honours Thesis Unit Convener. To be eligible to undertake studies at honours level, a student must achieve at least a credit average in all eligible units.
Eligible units: Eligible units for calculation of the Entry GPA are all required units in the Bachelor of Physiotherapy program years 1,2 and 3 undertaken at the University of Canberra, and this includes units for which you receive credit, whether done at UC or elsewhere. Where you have done extra units which may count, e.g. more than the required amount of restricted elective units, your best results will be counted.
Eligible units for calculation of the Honours GPA are any required and elective units for the Bachelor of Physiotherapy, including the units Physiotherapy Honours Thesis 1 and 2.
(ii) The degree of Bachelor of Physiotherapy may be awarded with first or second class honours, following submission of an Honours thesis as part of the units Physiotherapy Honours Thesis 1 and 2.
Calculating the final class of honours
Bachelor of Physiotherapy degrees with Honours are awarded in the following classes depending on the Honours GPA obtained and the standard of the Honours Thesis.
First Class: both an Honours GPA of at least 6 and an exceptional performance in the honours component of your assessment
Second Class - Division I: both an Honours GPA of at least 5.5 and a very good performance in the honours component of your assessment
Second Class-- Division II: both an Honours GPA of at least 5 and a good performance in the Honours component of your assessment.
A student with an honours GPA of less than 5, and pass level performance in the Honours component of the assessment, may pass the Honours unit, but be awarded with Bachelor of Physiotherapy without honours.
Calculating the Honours GPA
Honours GPAs are calculated by using the University¿s system. The units Physiotherapy Honours Thesis 1 and 2 will be weighted as 30% for the purposes of calculating the Honours GPA. Units used in the Honours GPA are as described in 'Eligible units' above for Honours GPA assessment.
Note that marks are not automatically rounded up for purposes of Honours. Thus 4.99 does not become 5.00. Where your final mark is within two marks of the next level of honours, or of achieving honours at all (e.g. a 4.8 is rounded up to 5.0), you can apply in writing to have your honours result upgraded. This will be determined by Bachelor of Physiotherapy course convener and the Physiotherapy Honours Thesis Unit Convener, taking into account your academic record and any mitigating circumstances which may have affected your academic performance.
Enquiries
| Student category | Contact details |
|---|---|
| Prospective Domestic Students | Email study@canberra.edu.au or Phone 1800 UNI CAN (1800 864 226) |
| Prospective International Students | Email international@canberra.edu.au or Phone +61 2 6201 5342 |
| Current and Commencing Students | Please contact the Faculty of Health faculty office, email health.student@canberra.edu.au |
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