Master of Physiotherapy Practice
La Trobe University
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00115M
Make a positive impact on your community's health. La Trobe's Master of Physiotherapy Practice could be your best step into an in-demand industry. Our entry-to-practice course boosts your employability while giving you the opportunity to explore different healthcare settings and practice areas. You'll have the opportunity to find the best fit for you and your career goals. Physiotherapists assess, diagnose and treat patients with movement disorders or disabilities, including those with temporary or long-term injuries and musculoskeletal, neurological, and cardiorespiratory conditions. Physiotherapists use a range of skills, including education and advice, movement or exercise prescription and manual therapy with the aim of assisting people to achieve their goals for recovery, activity, participation and quality of life. Physiotherapists may work independently or as members of multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
Structure
To qualify for the award of Master of Physiotherapy Practice, students must complete 255 credit points consisting of: 255 core credit points
Subjects
- First Year Subjects: Academic Integrity Module
- Applied Anatomy for Physiotherapy
- Development and Ageing
- Physiotherapy: Acute Care
- Physiotherapy: Cardiorespiratory
- Physiotherapy: Community Practice
- Physiotherapy: Essentials
- Physiotherapy: Musculoskeletal
- Physiotherapy: Neurological
- Physiotherapy: Preparation for Clinical Practice
- Wominjeka La Trobe: Indigenous Cultural Literacy for Higher Education
Standard entry requirements
- Postgraduate: Prerequisites - Course specific requirements - Applicants must have completed their degree within the last five years.
- Postgraduate: Prerequisites - Course specific requirements - International applicants to complete and attach Prerequisite information form
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| Bendigo | International: $115,200 | No |
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| Melbourne (Bundoora) | International: $115,200 | No |
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Fee comments
Campuses: Bendigo, Melbourne (Bundoora).
Your course fees will depend on the subjects you choose to study: each subject has its own costs. The total course fee may vary depending on the subjects you choose, your study load, the time it takes to complete your course and your approved Credit for Prior Learning. Fees correct Friday, Jun 19 2026
