Advanced Clinical Physiotherapy - Musculoskeletal Adelaide University

Overview

The Advanced Clinical Physiotherapy - Musculoskeletal course from Adelaide University curriculum is informed by world-class research in 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.

Career opportunities:

A master’s degree in musculoskeletal physiotherapy will elevate your confidence as a musculoskeletal practitioner and launch your career to new heights. You may work/continue to work within the private practice setting, open your own practice, or compete for senior or advanced scope roles. You might find your niche in corporate or sports-related settings. Perhaps you’ll lead ergonomics assessments and injury prevention programs in corporate institutions.

You’ll be equipped to pursue rewarding roles in a wide range of settings, including:

• Private practice
• Clinics
• Sport and exercise services
• Rehabilitation centres
• Hospitals
• Home and community services
• Disability services
• Aged care facilities.