Master of Health (Occupational Therapy) (Research) at University of South Australia

Build on your undergraduate degree and qualify as an accredited physiotherapist in just 2 years with the Master of Physiotherapy Studies. This 2-year full-time program is designed to equip you with the theoretical knowledge, skills and professional attributes for a career in physiotherapy. You'll gain an extensive body of knowledge and the clinical abilities, problem-solving skills and professional attributes to provide competent physiotherapy service in a wide range of contexts. This postgraduate program is designed for people who have completed an approved bachelor's degree and appropriate prerequisite study in human anatomy, human physiology, psychology and statistics. Through the program, you'll learn how physiotherapy can be applied in assisting in the physical management of the cardio-respiratory system, improving balance and motor control for better function and the promotion of motor development and coordination. You'll also study physical methods to control pain and therapeutic exercise for impaired muscle systems. You'll undertake extensive supervised clinical placements in UQ's onsite clinics, hospitals, schools and other healthcare organisations and private practices, allowing you to apply your learning with real clients. You'll graduate with the skills, knowledge and confidence to flourish in your career as an accredited physiotherapist. Program highlights Gain clinical experience throughout the program to be confident that you're job-ready upon graduation. Open pathways to further specialisation such as a Master of Physiotherapy or a PhD. Join a school that leads in rehabilitation teaching and research, and has offered physiotherapy studies since 1938.

Take your career in physiotherapy to the next level through a masters program specialising in musculoskeletal or sports physiotherapy, or extend your study to obtain qualifications in both. This 18-month program is designed for physiotherapists wanting to gain advanced skills in musculoskeletal physiotherapy or sports physiotherapy. It will deepen your understanding of evidence-based practice, biological and medical sciences, pain and disability, and therapeutic exercise. You'll develop your knowledge through advanced coursework, research and clinical placements. Through the program, you'll gain in-depth knowledge and advanced clinical skills which will enable you to critically evaluate and contribute to research in your clinical specialisation. The program is flexible, with multiple delivery options, including part-time, on campus and online courses. You'll finish your final four courses on-campus in just one semester (full-time) or across 2 semesters (part-time). You'll also have the option to obtain a second master's degree in the alternate field of study through an additional semester of full-time coursework. Both specialisations have an extensive clinical placements component where you'll practice under the supervision of dedicated specialist clinical educators. As a graduate you'll have fulfilled the requirements for titled membership of Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Australia or Sports Physiotherapy Australia within the Australian Physiotherapy Association. You'll also be eligible to pursue the final stage training for clinical specialisation within the Australian College of Physiotherapists. Program highlights Enjoy a flexible program that includes part-time external study and an option of intensive full-time study. Upskill and specialise by gaining extra qualifications to broaden your knowledge and career. Develop your clinical expertise through supervised placements at UQ's musculoskeletal and sports physiotherapy clinic. Learn from award-winning physiotherapy educators and researchers.