About the course

The Department of Physiotherapy recently celebrated 25 years of excellence in physiotherapy education. The Doctor of Physiotherapy draws on the University of Melbourne's reputation for excellence in teaching and research to inspire and enable students to become outstanding physiotherapists ready to excel as world-class leaders in their chosen field.

　　Graduates will be work-ready and immediately employable following registration having gained diverse clinical experience in major hospitals and knowledge of primary healthcare and community engagement.

　　Led by highly credentialed and networked lecturers and mentors, as well as connections with leading hospitals, research institutes and the private sector, the Doctor of Physiotherapy is designed to meet the current and future needs of students, patients and the changing nature of the health workforce.

　　Graduates have the opportunity to pursue careers in a range of health settings including hospitals, private practice, sporting and rehabilitation facilities, community organisations, in public health advocacy or industry bodies.

　　The program includes:

　　Clinical placements in major metropolitan teaching hospitals, primary care, rural and international settings

　　Innovative teaching methods and an extensive clinical program that offers advanced skills that will create work-ready and highly employable graduates, Being part of one of the largest health sciences faculties in Australia, Being part of Australia's strongest research university

　　As a student in the Doctor of Physiotherapy, there will be many opportunities to explore clinical practice, research and advocacy.

　　The opportunities for students range from private and sporting facility practice, through to community health and major hospitals.

　　Our relationships with our clinical partners such as Melbourne Health, Austin Health, Western Health, St. Vincent’s and Royal Children’s Hospital allows students to experience exclusive clinical experience in the country’s leading institutions.

　　Throughout the program, you will witness the power of health care in action. As a student, you may have the opportunity to work with a variety of community groups. Your ability to analyse health problems in context and build outcomes that work will have tangible effects on people’s lives.

　　Through contact with established physiotherapists, you can develop your leadership and management skills. You will witness how successful physiotherapists structure and run their own businesses. You will also learn how to future-proof your work with a greater understanding of new and innovative practices, which will equip you to better serve patients now and beyond. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 3 Year(s)Fees: AU$176,640

Intake	Location
Semester 1 (February), 2024	Parkville

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for The University of Melbourne

an undergraduate degree in any discipline, with studies to have been completed within 10 years of commencing the Doctor of Physiotherapy. For example, if you are applying for the 2018 intake then your undergraduate degree must have been completed from 2008 onwards,

　　or

　　for applicants whose most recently completed undergraduate degree was completed 10 or more years before 1 January of the year in which the applicant intends to commence the Doctor of Physiotherapy, a Graduate Diploma, Master or PhD degree or equivalent completed within 10 years before 1 January of the year in which the applicant intends to commence the Doctor of Physiotherapy,

　　IELTS: 7.0 overall, with written 7.0 and no band less than 6

　　TOEFL PBT: 600 + TWE 5.0

　　TOEFL IBT: 94 + Writing 27, Speaking 18, Reading 13, Listening 13

　　

English language requirements

　　7.0

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 94.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at The University of Melbourne. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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