Program Overview

Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Physiotherapy

Introduction

The Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Physiotherapy programme aims to nurture professionals who can provide physiotherapy services that promote their clients health and meet societys healthcare needs.

Programme Details

• Entrance Year: September 2026
• Programme Code: JS3636
• Mode of Study: Full-time
• Normal Duration: 4 years
• Programme Intake: 150 (JUPAS and Non-JUPAS)
• Fund Type: Government-Funded
• Credits Required for Graduation: 132 (including 23 clinical/field credits)
• Programme Leader: Prof. Thomson Wong, PT, PhD

Aims and Characteristics

Programme Aims & Learning Outcomes

This programme aims to nurture professionals who can provide physiotherapy services that promote their clients health and meet societys healthcare needs. Our graduates have the knowledge, skills, and professional attitudes required to practise physiotherapy reliably, ethically, and effectively. They are also lifelong learners and active consumers of professional and scientific literature.

Programme Characteristics

The physiotherapy curriculum is forward-looking with a strong scientific foundation. Clinical and university-based education are integrated through the use of the latest teaching and learning resources.

Placement Opportunities

The Department trains students to develop global perspectives and actively encourages them to seize opportunities to experience life overseas. The Department also fully supports students who undertake exchanges for clinical placements. Year Three and Four students can undertake 5-week clinical placements at overseas universities. In previous years, placements have been organised at universities in Australia, Canada, Denmark, Finland, Taiwan, Thailand, Sweden, Switzerland, and the USA.

Degree Awarded

Upon completion of the graduation requirements, students will be awarded the degree of Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Physiotherapy.

Other Programmes Offered

• Master in Physiotherapy
• Master in Occupational Therapy
• Master of Science in Manipulative Physiotherapy
• Master of Science in Occupational Therapy
• Master of Science in Rehabilitation of People with Developmental Disabilities
• Master of Science in Rehabilitation Sciences
• Master of Science in Sports Physiotherapy
• Master of Science in Advanced Occupational Therapy
• Master of Science in Advanced Physiotherapy
• Master of Science in Advanced Rehabilitation Sciences
• Doctor of Health Science

Research Areas

The university offers various research areas and opportunities for students to engage in investigative and evaluative projects, further reflecting their sense of social and professional responsibility.