Master of Advanced Clinical Physiotherapy specialising in Musculoskeletal
Adelaide University
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 04249J
This one-year degree is for qualified physiotherapists looking to gain advanced clinical knowledge and skills in musculoskeletal physiotherapy. Our curriculum is informed by world-class researchin physiotherapy, with patient-centred care at its heart. You'll learn to think carefully and reflect on current theories, helping you make better clinical decisions for accurate diagnoses, effective treatment plans and safer patient care. Enhance your ability to operate effectively across biopsychosocial domains with advanced biomedical and psychosocial knowledge and reasoning. Build high-level communication skills for better patient education and collaboration. Apply your knowledge through real-world placements and on-campus practice. Receive supervised clinical education from expert musculoskeletal physiotherapists. Connect with guest speakers in the field, building professional networks for your future career. On graduation, you can seek formal recognition for titling as a musculoskeletal physiotherapist with the Australian Physiotherapy Association and be eligible for the Specialisation Training Program through the Australian College of Physiotherapists. You'll unlock new career opportunities in public and private practice, and in advanced scope roles in education.
Structure
48 units
Subjects
- Strength and Conditioning HLTH5006
- Advanced Physiotherapy Practice 1 REHB5001
- Allied Health Research Evidence Translation REHB5003
- Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Theory and Practice 1 REHB5004
- Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Theory and Practice 2 REHB5005
- Integrated Pain Sciences REHB5006
Standard entry requirements
- To be eligible, an applicant must have achieved the following minimum entry requirements and demonstrate they fulfil any prerequisite and essential criteria for admission. In cases where there are more eligible applicants than available places, admission will be competitive with ranks based on the entry criteria.
- A completed bachelor (AQF level 7) degree, or equivalent professional entry level qualification, from a recognised higher education institution, in physiotherapy.
- A minimum 10 months full-time (or equivalent part-time) 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. Students must apply for limited registration after acceptance into the program.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| Adelaide City Campus | International: $52,200 | No |
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