Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours) (IHPZ)

Course Details

The Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours) degree prepares students for a rewarding career in the fast-growing physiotherapy industry. Honours students are trained to work as a member of a healthcare team and also as a first-contact practitioner concerned with the prevention and treatment of injury and illnesses. Students learn in the on-campus Physiotherapy Clinic, take part in laboratory classes and gain further practical experience through clinical placements within metropolitan, rural, regional or overseas health settings. Students also undertake advanced research training, preparing them for the option of further study or a career in research.

Qualification: Bachelor Degree (Honours)

Course structure: 144 units.

Students undertaking activities with interaction with the public must obtain a current National Police Clearance and a Current National Criminal History Record Check (Child-Related Clearance) from the Department for Communities and Social Inclusion (DCSI). This certificate is valid for the duration of the program. Student registration with the relevant board of the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) is required in order to study this program. Students must also have a 'Provide First Aid' Certificate and a Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certificate or equivalent.