Overview

This 2-year, full time course will help you leverage your existing qualification and combine it with a comprehensive integrated learning schedule to ensure that you meet both Australian Physiotherapy Association requirements, and your own career objectives in the most expediate way possible.

This course is unique to UC and has been specifically designed to help you not only graduate faster, but also enter the physiotherapy industry with a highly competitive edge.

So if you’re a health graduate that has been considering pursuing a career path more in line with your passion or purpose - then look no further than the UC Master of Physiotherapy course – and take your career to another level – fast.

Study a Master of Physiotherapy from University of Canberra and you will:

develop knowledge of the structure and function of the human body
learn to read, critique, evaluate and apply evidence from research and science into the practices of health care and health services
enhance your communication skills in listening, speaking, explaining, and teaching
develop detailed knowledge of normal function and development of the musculoskeletal, cardiothoracic, and neurological systems
apply your knowledge and skill to assess, prevent, and treat developmental and degenerative diseases of the musculoskeletal, cardiothoracic, and neurological systems
understand and apply the professional ethics, responsibilities, values, and standards for the practice of physiotherapy
develop excellent clinical analytical and reasoning skills.

Career opportunities

The Master of Physiotherapy course at UC is fully accredited by the Australian Physiotherapy Council. Graduates are eligible for registration as a Physiotherapist by the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency.Potential careers available for UC Master of Physiotherapy students include:

New graduate physiotherapist
Physiotherapist
Cardiothoracic physiotherapist
Musculoskeletal physiotherapist
Neurological physiotherapist
Intensive care unit (ICU) physiotherapist
Physiotherapy practice owner
Physiotherapy researcher

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Cardiothoracic Interventions
Musculoskeletal Interventions
Neurological Interventions

Research Planning
Epidemiology and Principles of Research
Orthopaedic Physiotherapy
Physiotherapy Across the Lifespan
Essential Physiotherapy Skills

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-29 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-21 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-05-26 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

94

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PTE Academic

65

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Credits

48 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Canberra, Australia

Disciplines

Physiotherapy View 30 other Masters in Physiotherapy in Australia

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

94

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PTE Academic

65

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants must meet all of the following criteria:

a completed bachelor degree in a health science discipline* with a credit or higher average, and

degree level studies in musculoskeletal anatomy, advanced functional anatomy, physiology of exercise and biomechanics.

CRICOS Code: 050002F

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

49500 AUD / year

≈ 49500 AUD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

36000 AUD / year

≈ 36000 AUD / year

Additional Details

Domestic students have Commonwealth Supported Places

Living costs

Canberra

Australia

1425 - 2504 AUD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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