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Course snapshot
Domestic snapshot
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Start Date
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Duration
4 years full-time; 8 years part-time
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Location
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Placements
Yes
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ATAR
85
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Inherent Requirements
Yes
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Language Requirements
IELTS Overall Score 6.0
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Entry Requirements
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Course abbreviation
BPhty
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Course code
3007320
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Credit points
384
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Equivalent units
32
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Indicative Fee
Overview
The Bachelor of Physiotherapy develops physiotherapists who have the knowledge and skills required to operate effectively and ethically as primary contact practitioners.
You will study functional human anatomy, physiology, biomechanics, neuroscience, pain sciences, therapeutic exercise, psychology, pharmacology and develop an understanding of acute, chronic, acquired and developmental diseases and injury across the lifespan.
Throughout your degree you will learn and implement strategies and programs to prevent and manage illness and injury and optimise well-being, function and performance, using a person-centred and evidence-based approach.
Graduates will be progressive, adaptive, innovative, and able to incorporate up-to-date evidence and effective technologies, working autonomously and within a team in diverse health care settings, with people of all ages, abilities and cultural backgrounds.
Please note: As the Bachelor of Physiotherapy is a new course and undergoing accreditation, no academic credit for prior learning is available for 2025.
| Course Learning Outcome |
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GA1: Intellectual rigour Demonstrate competencies that meet the Physiotherapy Practice Thresholds (Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand), incorporating academic knowledge and skills, to enable registration for autonomous physiotherapy practice in a range of contexts across the lifespan. |
GA2: Creativity Apply digital literacy skills to ethically, critically, and effectively utilise and adapt current and emerging technologies within health care delivery. |
GA3: Ethical practice Demonstrate skills in leadership, management and advocacy within the relevant legal, ethical, cultural, clinical and professional frameworks. |
GA4: Knowledge of a discipline Analyse, synthesise and apply an evidence-based approach to provide person-centred, ethical, and culturally responsive practice in the management of people of all health status, across the lifespan. Work autonomously and collaboratively in interprofessional teams and with all relevant stakeholders to deliver innovative and effective person-centred evidence-based physiotherapy practice. |
GA5: Lifelong learning Apply reflective practitioner skills, life-long learning and quality improvement to facilitate adaptability within diverse health care environments. |
GA6: Communication and social skills Demonstrate effective communication and relationship skills that are culturally responsive and inclusive of all people across diverse contexts. Educate and empower others, including clients, families, communities, interprofessional colleagues and other stakeholders to promote and optimise health and wellbeing. |
GA7: Cultural competence Demonstrate cultural capability that is inclusive of Indigenous Australians and the wider multi-cultural community. |
This course includes professional placements of approximately 1,000 hours.
Human anatomy, physiology, biomechanics, neuroscience, pain sciences, therapeutic exercise, psychology, pharmacology.
| Location | Teaching period | UAC code | QTAC code |
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| Coffs Harbour | Term 1 | N/A | N/A |
Career Outcomes
The University is seeking accreditation from the Australian Physiotherapy Council in 2024.
In order to register to practise, the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency [Ahpra] standards for English language must be met. See the Ahpra website for further information.
As a Physiotherapy student it is important to be aware of the registration standards required by the Physiotherapy Board of Australia. See the details on the Physiotherapy Board website.
Students enrolled in the Bachelor of Physiotherapy will be registered by Southern Cross University with the Physiotherapy Board of Australia as an enrolled student and will remain registered for the duration of study. Please see the Ahpra website for more details.
The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) is responsible for the registration and accreditation of various health professions in Australia. If you are enrolled in a course to enter one of these professions, we will provide Ahpra with your details for student registration.
You do not need to apply or pay for your student registration. We will provide all the required information to Ahpra directly. You can find more information about Ahpra student registration and what we are required to report to Ahpra on their website.
Please be aware that as part of the registration process, Ahpra will collect your personal information (including your USI). Ahpra’s Privacy Policy explains how you may access and seek correction of your personal information held by Ahpra; complain to Ahpra about a breach of your privacy; and how a complaint will be dealt with. Ahpra’s Privacy Policy can be accessed on Ahpra’s Privacy webpage.
Requirements
We encourage you to apply for the courses you most want to study. If you are not eligible to enter your chosen course right now, our team will work with you to find the best pathway option.
Before applying, make sure you double check all entry requirements, gather required documentation and review the University’s Rules Relating to Awards, noting any specifics listed below.
Course requirements
To be eligible to receive the Bachelor of Physiotherapy, students must complete the equivalent of 32 units (384 credit points), comprising:
- All 28 core units (384 credit points).
Work Integrated Learning
This course includes work integrated learning. Pre-requisites to meet national and state-based regulatory requirements, as detailed on Faculty of Health Work Integrated Learning page, must be met prior to attending placement. All work integrated learning hours must be completed and professional behaviour and conduct must be demonstrated.
Progression
Students are not permitted to have an extended period of more than 12 months between study of any two (2) units with work integrated learning.
Students are not permitted to have an extended period of more than 12 months between study of a theory unit that relates specifically to a particular unit with work integrated learning.
Students who have an interrupted study sequence of more than 12 months will be assessed on a case-by-case basis and may be required to undertake a specified supported work integrated learning to ensure professional experience currency prior to continuation of the course.
Inherent Requirements
Inherent Requirements apply to this course as defined on the Student Equity and Inclusion website. Students who have a disability or health condition which may impact on their ability to meet these requirements are encouraged to visit the Student Equity and Inclusion website for further information and contact details.
Entry requirements
English language requirements apply to International applicants and other applicants whose previous study was undertaken in a language other than English. The minimum English language requirements for such applicants for entry to this course are as follows
Language requirements
To be eligible to receive the Bachelor of Physiotherapy, students must complete the equivalent of 32 units (384 credit points), comprising:
- All 28 core units (384 credit points).
Work Integrated Learning
This course includes work integrated learning. Pre-requisites to meet national and state-based regulatory requirements, as detailed on Faculty of Health Work Integrated Learning page, must be met prior to attending placement. All work integrated learning hours must be completed and professional behaviour and conduct must be demonstrated.
Progression
Students are not permitted to have an extended period of more than 12 months between study of any two (2) units with work integrated learning.
Students are not permitted to have an extended period of more than 12 months between study of a theory unit that relates specifically to a particular unit with work integrated learning.
Students who have an interrupted study sequence of more than 12 months will be assessed on a case-by-case basis and may be required to undertake a specified supported work integrated learning to ensure professional experience currency prior to continuation of the course.
Inherent Requirements
Inherent Requirements apply to this course as defined on the Student Equity and Inclusion website. Students who have a disability or health condition which may impact on their ability to meet these requirements are encouraged to visit the Student Equity and Inclusion website for further information and contact details.
Course structure
Your course progression is in the recommended order you should complete your course in. It is important that you follow this to ensure you meet the course requirements. For further assistance see How to Enrol in Units using My Enrolment.
Students should use course progression information to select units specific to their course and enrol in these units using My Enrolment.
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Available | Credit points | Notes | ||||||||||||||||||
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| Any student wishing to take a break of one or more terms must consult with the Course Coordinator | ||||||||||||||||||||||
Complete units in the following order to satisfy the Requirements of the Award |
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First Year |
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| PHTY1001 | Introduction to Physiotherapy Practice |
Term1
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12 | |||||||||||||||||||
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| HLTH1006 | Foundations of Interprofessional Health Practice |
Term1,5
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12 | |||||||||||||||||||
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| HBIO1006 | Growth and Development |
Term2
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12 | |||||||||||||||||||
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| HBIO1009 | Introductory Anatomy and Physiology |
Term2,5
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12 | |||||||||||||||||||
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| HBIO1011 | Regional Anatomy and Biomechanics |
Term3
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12 | |||||||||||||||||||
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| PSYC1009 | Introducing Health Psychology |
Term2,3,4
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12 | |||||||||||||||||||
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| PHTY1002 | Foundational Physiotherapy Practice |
Term4
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12 | |||||||||||||||||||
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| INDG2001 | Health and Indigenous Australian Peoples |
Term2,4
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12 | |||||||||||||||||||
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Second Year |
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| STAT2001 | Foundations of Evidence for Health Science Practitioners |
Term1,4
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12 | |||||||||||||||||||
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| HBIO2002 | Motor Control |
Term1
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12 | |||||||||||||||||||
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| PHTY2001 | Physiotherapy Practice: Musculoskeletal 1 | Not currently available |
12 | |||||||||||||||||||
| HBIO2005 | Human Pathophysiology |
Term2
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12 | |||||||||||||||||||
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| HBIO2010 | Clinical Neuroscience and Pain Studies | Not currently available |
12 | |||||||||||||||||||
| PHTY2002 | Physiotherapy Practice: Cardiorespiratory 1 | Not currently available |
12 | |||||||||||||||||||
| PHTY2003 | Physiotherapy Practice: Neurological 1 | Not currently available |
12 | |||||||||||||||||||
| PHTY2004 | Physiotherapy Practice: Musculoskeletal 2 | Not currently available |
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Third Year |
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| PHTY3001 | Physiotherapy Practice: Neurological 2 | Not currently available |
12 | |||||||||||||||||||
| PHAR2001 | Introductory Pharmacology |
Term1,3,5
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| PHTY3002 | Physiotherapy Practice: Cardiorespiratory 2 | Not currently available |
12 | |||||||||||||||||||
| HLTH3005 | Interprofessional Health Practice |
Term2,3
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12 | |||||||||||||||||||
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| PHTY3003 | Physiotherapy Practice: Musculoskeletal 3 | Not currently available |
12 | |||||||||||||||||||
| HLTH1003 | Small Business and Entrepreneurship for Allied Health, Fitness and Sport |
Term3,5
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| PHTY3004 | Physiotherapy Practice Across the Lifespan | Not currently available |
12 | |||||||||||||||||||
| PHTY3005 | Work Integrated Learning Foundations: Integrated Physiotherapy Practice | Not currently available |
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Fourth Year |
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| PHTY3006 | Physiotherapy Professional Practice Placement 1 | Not currently available |
24 | Note 1 | ||||||||||||||||||
| PHTY3007 | Physiotherapy Professional Practice Placement 2 | Not currently available |
24 | Note 1 | ||||||||||||||||||
| PHTY3008 | Physiotherapy Professional Practice Placement 3 | Not currently available |
24 | Note 1 | ||||||||||||||||||
| PHTY3009 | Physiotherapy Professional Practice Placement 4 | Not currently available |
24 | Note 1 | ||||||||||||||||||
Note 1:
Double-weighted unit
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Notes | |||
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Core Units |
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| PHTY1001 | Introduction to Physiotherapy Practice | ||||
| HLTH1006 | Foundations of Interprofessional Health Practice | ||||
| HBIO1006 | Growth and Development | ||||
| HBIO1009 | Introductory Anatomy and Physiology | ||||
| HBIO1011 | Regional Anatomy and Biomechanics | ||||
| PSYC1009 | Introducing Health Psychology | ||||
| PHTY1002 | Foundational Physiotherapy Practice | ||||
| INDG2001 | Health and Indigenous Australian Peoples | ||||
| STAT2001 | Foundations of Evidence for Health Science Practitioners | ||||
| HBIO2002 | Motor Control | ||||
| PHTY2001 | Physiotherapy Practice: Musculoskeletal 1 | ||||
| HBIO2005 | Human Pathophysiology | ||||
| PHTY2002 | Physiotherapy Practice: Cardiorespiratory 1 | ||||
| HBIO2010 | Clinical Neuroscience and Pain Studies | ||||
| PHTY2004 | Physiotherapy Practice: Musculoskeletal 2 | ||||
| PHTY2003 | Physiotherapy Practice: Neurological 1 | ||||
| PHAR2001 | Introductory Pharmacology | ||||
| PHTY3003 | Physiotherapy Practice: Musculoskeletal 3 | ||||
| PHTY3002 | Physiotherapy Practice: Cardiorespiratory 2 | ||||
| HLTH3005 | Interprofessional Health Practice | ||||
| PHTY3001 | Physiotherapy Practice: Neurological 2 | ||||
| HLTH1003 | Small Business and Entrepreneurship for Allied Health, Fitness and Sport | ||||
| PHTY3004 | Physiotherapy Practice Across the Lifespan | ||||
| PHTY3005 | Work Integrated Learning Foundations: Integrated Physiotherapy Practice | ||||
| PHTY3006 | Physiotherapy Professional Practice Placement 1 | Note 1 | |||
| PHTY3007 | Physiotherapy Professional Practice Placement 2 | Note 1 | |||
| PHTY3008 | Physiotherapy Professional Practice Placement 3 | Note 1 | |||
| PHTY3009 | Physiotherapy Professional Practice Placement 4 | Note 1 | |||