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Master of Advanced Clinical Physiotherapy (Musculoskeletal)

Overview

The Master of Advanced Clinical Physiotherapy (Musculoskeletal) is a postgraduate program designed for qualified and experienced physiotherapists. The program aims to provide advanced theoretical knowledge and clinical skills in the field of musculoskeletal physiotherapy.

Program Details

• Degree Level: Postgraduate
• Duration: 1 year full-time or part-time equivalent
• Mode: On-campus
• Program Code: IMAP
• Fees: AUD$ 46,200 per annum (per 1.0 EFTSL) for students enrolled in 2025
• English Language Requirements:
  • IELTS total: 7.0
  • IELTS reading: 7.0
  • IELTS writing: 7.0
  • IELTS speaking: 7.0
  • IELTS listening: 7.0

Entry Requirements

Applicants are required to have:

• Completed a Bachelor degree level, or equivalent professional entry level qualification, from a recognised higher education institution, in Physiotherapy
• A minimum 10 months full-time, or equivalent, physiotherapy practice in a relevant field following completion of the professional entry level qualification
• Met the requirements for eligibility for registration as a physiotherapist or limited registration under supervision with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency

English Language Entry Requirements

In addition to meeting academic entry requirements, international students who speak English as a second or additional language must also meet the University's English language entry requirements.

Program Structure

The program consists of 36 units of study offered over 1 year full-time or part-time equivalent. Students are required to complete 9 units of evidence-based practice and study courses in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Theory and Practice, Pain Mechanisms, and Pain Assessment, Rehabilitation and Management.

Courses

• Allied Health Research Evidence Translation: REHB 5118, 4.5 units
• Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Theory and Practice 1: REHB 5120, 4.5 units
• Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Theory and Practice 2: REHB 5121, 4.5 units
• Integrated Pain Sciences: REHB 5122, 4.5 units
• Advanced Scope Physiotherapy: REHB 5130, 4.5 units
• Strength and Conditioning: HLTH 5197, 4.5 units
• Advanced Physiotherapy Practice 1: REHB 5114, 4.5 units
• Advanced Physiotherapy Practice 2 (Musculoskeletal): REHB 5125, 4.5 units

Rules and Notes

1. The program requires participation in practical classes where manual skills are practised.
2. To undertake field/clinical placements, students are required to have current criminal history and screening checks.
3. Before commencing any clinical courses, students are required to be registered to practice physiotherapy in Australia.
4. Students must hold a 'Provide First Aid' Certificate.
5. Students will be required to undertake Child Safe Environments training before commencing their clinical placement.
6. Students will be required to satisfy the standard of dress and behaviour prescribed by institutions in which the clinical placements are undertaken.

Professional Accreditation and Recognition

This program is accredited by the Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy National Professional standards committee of the Australian Physiotherapy Association, and graduates are eligible to apply for titling as a Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist with the Australian Physiotherapy Association.

Program Director

Dr Daniel Harvie

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