Associate Professor Matt Sutton

Associate Professor

College of Nursing and Health Sciences

place Sturt North
216 Daws Road, DAW PARK, SA, 5041

Associate Professor Matt Sutton brings over a decade of experience as an accomplished Teaching Specialist (Clinical Practitioner) and Advanced Scope Physiotherapist. Currently serving as the Academic Lead for Physiotherapy at Flinders University, Matt oversees the development and delivery of innovative, evidence-based curricula for both the Bachelor of Allied Health (Physiotherapy) and Master of Physiotherapy programs.

Matt's career is marked by a commitment to academic excellence, student-centered learning, and interprofessional practice. They have played a pivotal role in establishing new Bachelor of Physiotherapy program, the Musculoskeletal curricula and Health2GO student physiotherapy service, and leading the Digital Learning Community of Practice for the College of Nursing and Health Sciences. As a member of the Council for Physiotherapy Deans of Australia and New Zealand, Matt is dedicated to advancing the field of physiotherapy education and practice.

At the forefront of integrating generative AI into education, Matt leverages this technology to enhance learning experiences and improve educational outcomes, having presented his work both within the university and to external stakeholders. Their innovative approach ensures that students are well-prepared for the evolving landscape of physiotherapy.

Qualifications
Bachelor of Physiotherapy
Masters of Musculoskeletal and Sports Physiotherapy
Honours, awards and grants

Senior Educator Award, College of Nursing and Health Sciences, 2024

Excellence in Teaching-Team Award (Private Practice Physiotherapy WIL Model), College of Nursing and Health Sciences, 2024

Team Award (Bachelor of Allied Health), Vice President and Executive Director Award, 2024

Key responsibilities

Academic Lead-Physiotherapy (2023-present)

Academic Senate (2023-2024)

Board of Inquiry (2023-present)

Student Appeals Committee (2023-present)

Lead Digital Learning Community of Practice, CNHS

Council of Physiotherapy Deans Australia and New Zealand member (2023-present)

Teaching interests

Digital Learning in Higher Education

Generative Artificial Intelligence in Higher Education

Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy

Evidence Based Practice

Topic coordinator
PHYT8011 Physiotherapy Clinical Practice
PHYT8001 Musculoskeletal Practice 1
Topic lecturer
PHYT8007 Musculoskeletal Practice 2
PHYT8001 Musculoskeletal Practice 1
PHYT9005 Professional Practices in Health Systems