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303079 v.2 Bachelor of Science (Physiotherapy)


BSc(Curtin) OR BSc(Hons)(Curtin)

Introduction


This course provides the learning experiences to gain the knowledge, skills, attitudes and behaviours expected of an entry level physiotherapist. It has a hybrid structure using curriculum based learning to efficiently learn foundation knowledge together with case studies and clinical practice to integrate knowledge into clinical decision making. It also emphasises evidence-based practice and encourages students in critical thinking.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites


At least one TEE science subject. Physics desirable.

Specific Requirements


Applicants for this course should refer to the Communicable Diseases and Criminal Record Screening/Clearance Section of this publication. Students are required to have swimming qualifications to Aquatic Rescue Award or Bronze Medallion standard, or equivalent, before commencing the second year of the course. A first aid qualification (Senior First Aid Certificate or equivalent) is also required before entry to second year. Level 1 Sports Trainer certification is required before entry to Semester 2 of thesecond year. All applicants, who are NOT currently classed as a 'School Leaver' or currently completing Year 12 TEE in WA, must complete a Personal Information Form. This includes students undertaking Year 12 studies outside WA and students undertaking amature age TEE. Applicants who do not submit this required form will not be considered. The STAT is not accepted for entry to this course.

Note


The Personal Information Form is available from the School of Physiotherapy (www.physiotherapy.curtin.edu.au). Potential honours students refer to Admission into Honours Degree Programs and Regulations for Honours Degrees in the General Information section of the Curtin Courses Handbook.

Duration and Availability


The course is four years full-time study. It is not available part-time.

Course Organisation


Prospective applicants are advised that the program requires full participation in laboratory classes where manual skills, including the ability to lift and support severely disabled patients independently, and topics such as surface anatomy are presented. Essential learning strategies demand that all students disrobe appropriately, have the ability to participate fully and are willing to act as subjects for their peer group and as mock patients for other students.

Professional Recognition


The Physiotherapists Act of the State of Western Australia requires that all practising physiotherapists must be registered with the Physiotherapists Registration Board of Western Australia. This course is accredited by the Australian Council of Physiotherapy Regulating Authorities and is recognised by the Physiotherapists Registration Board of Western Australia and the Australian Physiotherapy Association. Under the terms of mutual recognition, registration in all Australian States is available and in New Zealand under the terms of Trans Tasman Recognition. Graduates applying for licensure in the USA, UK or Canada will be required to provide details of their program of studies to the relevant bodies and sit a licensing examination.

Additional Course Expenses


Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials. In addition, students may also need to contribute some of the cost of consumables, which varies depending on the area of study. In addition to the usual course expenses, students undertaking this course will be required to purchase a laboratory coat and an approved clinical uniform.

Course Structure

Hrs/Wk

Credit

Year 1 Semester 1

13019 v.2   Psychology 123 3.0 25.0
303084 v.1   Physiotherapy Practice 151 5.0 25.0
303149 v.2   Human Biology 131 5.0 12.5
7713 v.7   Health Science Communication 180 2.0 12.5
9930 v.4   Anatomy 151 4.0 25.0
  100.0

Year 1 Semester 2

1441 v.4   Psychology 114 2.0 12.5
1644 v.7   Human Biology 134 4.0 25.0
303090 v.1   Physiotherapy Practice 152 5.0 25.0
7698 v.4   Physics 125 3.0 12.5
9931 v.4   Anatomy 152 4.0 25.0
  100.0

Year 2 Semester 1

11108 v.4   Musculoskeletal Science 251 3.0 12.5
11109 v.5   Movement Science 251 5.0 25.0
11111 v.5   Lifespan Health Issues 251 3.0 25.0
303092 v.2   Physiotherapy Practice 251 2.0 12.5
7704 v.7   Anatomy and Pathology 251 5.0 25.0
  100.0

Year 2 Semester 2

11112 v.4   Musculoskeletal Science 252 6.0 25.0
11113 v.4   Movement Science 252 2.0 12.5
11468 v.4   Clinical Physiology 252 5.0 25.0
303094 v.2   Physiotherapy Practice 252 2.0 12.5
7706 v.7   Anatomy and Pathology 252 6.0 25.0
  100.0

Year 3 Semester 1

303108 v.2   Physiotherapy Third and Fourth Year Stream   400.0
  OR  
304122 v.2   Honours Physiotherapy Stream   400.0
  400.0
 

Availability

Year Location All* Internal External
2004 Bentley Campus Semester 1   Y  
2004 Bentley Campus Semester 2   Y  

The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations where the course is available for first time entry. Students are normally only offered or admitted to a course once.

*The course itself may not be available either solely internally or externally but individual units may be offered in either or both of those modes. Prospective students should contact the Course Coordinator for further information.



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