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Doctor of Physiotherapy (MC-DPHYSIO) // Course structure
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About this course
Coordinator
Karen Donald
Contact
Melbourne School of Health Sciences (Physiotherapy)
Currently Enrolled Students:
Future Student Enquiries:
- Further information: http://physioth.unimelb.edu.au/
- Email: Physiotherapy enquiry
Course structure
The Doctor of Physiotherapy program is a fixed, full-time course.
In order to qualify for the Doctor of Physiotherapy students must successfully complete all subjects as outlined below (300 credit points).
Subject options
First Year
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| Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHTY90094 | Research and Evidence 1 | February (On Campus - Parkville) |
6.25 |
| PHTY90095 | Physiotherapy Theory and Practice 1 | February (On Campus - Parkville) |
18.75 |
| PHTY90096 | Foundation Physiotherapy Sciences | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
25 |
| PHTY90089 | Neurological Physiotherapy 1 | July (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| PHTY90090 | Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy 1 | July (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| PHTY90091 | Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapy 1 | July (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| PHTY90092 | Physiotherapy Theory and Practice 2 | July (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Second Year
Students choose one of PHTY90103 and PHTY90093 to take in second year, and then take the other in third year.
| Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHTY90098 | Musculoskeletal Clinical Practice | January (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| PHTY90099 | Cardiorespiratory Clinical Practice | January (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| PHTY90100 | Neurological Clinical Practice | January (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| PHTY90101 | Research and Evidence 2 | January (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| PHTY90093 | Healthcare in Context 1 |
January (On Campus - Parkville)
July (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
| PHTY90102 | Chronic Disease and Disability | July (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| PHTY90103 | Lifespan and Chronic Disease Practice |
February (On Campus - Parkville)
July (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
| PHTY90104 | Lifespan Health | July (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| PHTY90113 | Physical Activity and Exercise | July (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Third Year
Students choose one of PHTY90103 and PHTY90093 to take in second year, and then take the other in third year.
| Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHRM90002 | Pharmacology for Health Professionals | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| PHTY90107 | Leadership and Management | February (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| PHTY90108 | Integrated Professional Practice | July (On Campus - Parkville) |
25 |
| PHTY90109 | Research and Evidence 3 | July (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| PHTY90093 | Healthcare in Context 1 |
January (On Campus - Parkville)
July (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
| PHTY90103 | Lifespan and Chronic Disease Practice |
February (On Campus - Parkville)
July (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
| PHTY90106 | Healthcare in Context 2 | July (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| PHTY90112 | Sports and Manual Therapy | February (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Last updated: 2 November 2025