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Join the high-demand field of physiotherapy.
A Bachelor of Physiotherapy prepares you for a rewarding career supporting people’s health, movement, and independence across diverse settings.
As a graduate, you may work in private practice, hospitals, rehabilitation, aged care, community and disability services, contributing to teams of healthcare professionals that deliver patient-centred care. You will develop expertise in managing musculoskeletal, neurological, and cardiorespiratory conditions using evidence-based practice and innovative approaches.
This degree opens pathways to careers in clinical practice, leadership, research, education, and health service development, both in Australia and internationally.
Physiotherapist
Physiotherapists assess, diagnose and treat movement and physical function problems caused by injury, illness or disability. They support people to improve mobility, reduce pain and enhance participation in everyday life.
Program of Study
You’ll develop interprofessional capabilities through shared learning experiences with other allied health students, preparing you for collaborative healthcare practice in real clinical environments.
- Year 1
- Years 2 & 3
- Final Semester
- Honours Option
Accreditation or Professional Recognition
The Bachelor of Physiotherapy, and Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours) have been designed to meet the entry-level academic requirements for registration with AHPRA as a physiotherapist in Australia (subject to accreditation).
Frequently asked questions.
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Physiotherapy is a rewarding career that combines science, clinical skill and person-centred care. Physiotherapists help people improve movement, manage pain and enhance quality of life.
Physiotherapists assess, diagnose and treat movement and function problems caused by injury, illness or disability, supporting recovery and independence.
Yes. Physiotherapists are in strong demand across private practice, hospitals, rehabilitation, aged care, outpatient care, and disability and community services.
Entry is competitive and selection ranks vary each year. Admission requirements are published annually.
Yes. Placements are an essential part of the degree and provide extensive hands-on experience across a range of healthcare settings.
Please refer to the placement page for further information about core participation requirements for physiotherapy. In the degree, you will be required to complete placements in a range of clinical practice areas, types of settings (hospital, rehabilitation, community) and with people at various ages and stages of life.
No. This degree is delivered on campus only.
Applications are submitted via SATAC. Alternative entry pathways are available for eligible applicants.
The table below shows ATAR and Selection Rank data for students offered a place wholly or partly on the basis of ATAR commencing in Semester 1, 2025. It is limited to applicants that have recently completed secondary education (within the last two years). Data may reflect multiple courses available within a suite of courses.
Notes:
<5 – less than 5 ATAR based offers made
N/A – This course uses additional selection criteria and therefore Selection Rank is not published
| ATAR-based offers only across all offer rounds | ATAR - Excluding adjustment factors | Selection Rank - ATAR plus any adjustment factors |
|---|---|---|
| Highest rank to receive an offer | 95.20 | 99.95 |
| Median rank to receive an offer | 76.17 | 80.42 |
| Lowest rank to receive an offer | 57.75 | 61.00 |
| Applicant background (Semester 1, 2025) | Number of students | Percentage of all students |
|---|---|---|
| Higher education study (includes a bridging or enabling course) | 44 | 37% |
| Vocational education and training (VET) study | 5 | 4% |
| Work and life experience | <5 | <5 |
| Recent secondary education - Admitted solely on the basis of ATAR (regardless of whether this includes the consideration of adjustment factors such as equity or subject bonus points) | 28 | 24% |
| Recent secondary education - Admitted where both ATAR and additional criteria were considered (e.g. portfolio, audition, extra test) | <5 | <5 |
| Recent secondary education - Admitted on the basis of other criteria only and ATAR was not a factor (e.g. special consideration pathways) | 17 | 14% |
| International Students | 18 | 15% |
| All students | 118 | 100% |
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