Curtin University Bachelor of Science (Physiotherapy)

The Bachelor of Science (Physiotherapy) is designed to provide you with the skills and knowledge you need to start a career in physiotherapy.  In this course you’ll investigate the physical, structural and physiological aspects of the human form and movement and undertake a combination of theoretical, practical and clinical subjects.

You will learn to use an evidence-based approach to prevent, diagnose, treat and rehabilitate injuries and disabilities using hands-on treatment, prescriptive exercise and lifestyle advice.

Course Structure

Your first year is interprofessional and undertaken with other health sciences students. In following years you will become familiar with acute and long- term case management, and undertake intensive study in the core areas of musculoskeletal, cardiopulmonary and neurological sciences. Other areas of study include gerontology, paediatrics, gender health issues and pain management.

You will develop practical skills in laboratory classes and complete approximately 1,100 hours in supervised placements in hospitals and community settings, including those in rural and remote locations.

Entry Requirements

Completion of a provincial high school diploma with an average of 80% or better in Grade 12, however, because of the competitive nature acceptance GPA may run higher.

Students must have completed at least one science course from the following list in their high school studies: biology, chemistry, human biology, integrated science, physics or psychology.

Mathematics is desirable.

Professional Recognition

Curtin University’s Bachelor of Science (Physiotherapy) program is accredited by the Australian Council of Physiotherapy.  Graduates are eligible for physiotherapy registration in any State or Territory of Australia through the Physiotherapy Board of Australia.  Graduates applying to licensing in Canada will be required to provide details of their program of studies to the relevant bodies and sit a licensing examination.

Students wishing to license as a physiotherapist in Canada should contact the Canadian Alliance of Physiotherapy for procedures and accreditation procedures. The CAP is the national federation of provincial/territorial regulators in Canada.

KOM Consultants understands the process and requirements needed to enter the Physiotherapy profession in Canada.  Contact KOM Consultants for more information.  All students applying directly through KOM Consultants will be supported with the latest information on the accreditation process.