Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours)
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2025-03-01 | - |
| 2026-03-01 | - |
| 2027-03-01 | - |
Program Overview
Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours)
The Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours) program at the University of the Sunshine Coast is designed for individuals seeking a rewarding career in helping others maximize their physical wellbeing, regardless of age, injury, illness, or disability. This program teaches students how to work with people to optimize their movement and function, prevent injury, and encourage healthy exercise to enhance their health and mobility.
Program Overview
Completion of this program opens doors to a rewarding career in clinical practice, helping others achieve their health-related goals. The Honours degree also provides the opportunity to pursue a research and academic career, informing and driving change, innovation, and improvements in healthcare and education.
Program Structure
The program consists of 32 courses and 384 units, typically completed over four years of full-time study. The curriculum is evidence-based, practical, and unique, with a focus on employability and interprofessional learning and collaboration.
Introductory Courses
- HLT140 Think Health
- HLT150 Indigenous Wellbeing Foundations
- LFS103 Introductory Bioscience
- LFS112 Human Physiology
- LFS122 Human Anatomy
- PSY100 Introduction to Psychology A
- PTY100 Introduction to Physiotherapy Practice A
- PTY101 Introduction to Physiotherapy Practice B
Developing Courses
- HLT205 Health Research and Evidence
- HLT209 Pharmacology for Allied Health
- PTY200 Core Physiotherapy Skills A
- PTY201 Core Physiotherapy Skills B
- SPX201 Functional Anatomy
- SPX202 Biomechanics I
- SPX211 Exercise Physiology I
- SPX231 Motor Control and Learning
Graduate Courses
- HLT304 Health Care in Regional, Rural and Remote Areas
- PTY300 Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapy
- PTY301 Neurological Physiotherapy
- PTY302 Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy A
- PTY303 Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy B
- PTY304 Paediatric Physiotherapy
- PTY305 Physiotherapy for Aging and Disability
- PTY406 Physiotherapy for Complex Cases and Unique Populations
Pathway
Students can select one pathway from:
- Physiotherapy Research Pathway
- Physiotherapy Clinical Pathway
Program Requirements
To graduate, students must:
- Successfully complete 384 units as outlined in the program structure.
- Complete a clinical or research pathway.
- Achieve at least 50% in practical assessments that screen student readiness to safely assess and treat clients under supervision on clinical placement.
- Submit clinical experience logs and reflections associated with clinical placements and fieldwork.
- Students in the clinical and research pathway must participate in journal club and successfully complete the ethical, legal, and professional practice quiz.
Accreditation
The Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours) program at UniSC has been formally accredited with conditions by the Australian Physiotherapy Council. Graduates will be eligible to register to practice physiotherapy in Australia upon completion of this qualification.
Career Outcomes
Career opportunities include:
- Physiotherapist
Entry Requirements
- Completion of Year 12 or equivalent.
- English (Units 3/4, C).
- Recommended prior study: General Mathematics or Mathematical Methods or Specialist Mathematics (Units 3/4, C); At least one of the sciences: Biology, Chemistry, or Physics.
- Minimum entry threshold: ATAR/Rank of 96.00.
Fees and Scholarships
- CSP estimate: A$10,519 - 2026 Fees.
- Annual tuition fee (A$, 2026): A$38,500.
- Additional student costs include meeting "fit for placement" requirements, travel, accommodation, and parking associated with clinical placements, and purchasing a clinical uniform.
How to Apply
Domestic applicants apply for admission through the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC). International students can apply directly to UniSC or through a UniSC representative in their area.