Overview Improve quality of life as a respected physiotherapist. By studying La Trobe’s Bachelor of Applied Science/Master of Physiotherapy, you’ll learn from experienced, practicing physiotherapists and develop skills to help patients recuperate from physical disabilities and movement disorders. In first year, you’ll study the fundamentals of health science and in second year, you’ll deepen your knowledge of biosciences and develop your physiotherapy skills. In the final two years you’ll apply your knowledge in the areas of cardiothoracic, neurological, musculoskeletal dysfunction, women’s health and paediatrics in a variety of settings. In final year you can pursue a range of specialty areas including advanced neurology and private practice. La Trobe’s Bachelor of Applied Science/Master of Physiotherapy Practice gives you clinical training equivalent to seven months of work experience. Undertake your work placements close to home or overseas. Reasons to study physiotherapy at La Trobe: We’re Victoria’s number one choice for undergraduate physiotherapy. This course is accredited by the Australian Physiotherapy Council. Undertake work placements in leading hospitals and private practices such as The Alfred, Northern Health, Royal Melbourne Hospital, Bendigo Health, Olympic Park Sports Medicine or Back in Motion. Take advantage of opportunities for overseas placements in countries including Vietnam, Cambodia, Denmark and Italy. Access the La Trobe Sport and Exercise Medicine Research Centre: a world-leading centre for sport and exercise medicine research at the Melbourne campus. Learn from researchers who work with Olympic and world-championship athletes. Students at Albury-Wodonga, Mildura and Shepparton campuses must transfer to Bendigo after first year (regional students cannot transfer to the Melbourne campus). The qualification awarded on graduation is recognized in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 9. Career outcomes Graduates in this field are highly employable and in demand, with opportunities arising in clinical settings, hospitals, community health centres and more. La Trobe’s physiotherapy graduates have found work with Melbourne Victory, Essendon Football Club, Monash Health, St Vincent’s Hospital, the AFL Players’ Association and private practices throughout the world. Professional recognition The Bachelor of Applied Science and Master of Physiotherapy Practice is accredited by the Australian Physiotherapy Council. Graduates of the Bachelor of Applied Science and Master of Physiotherapy Practice may be eligible to apply for registration with the Physiotherapy Board of Australia. Professional registration may be subject to additional or ongoing requirements beyond completion of the degree. Please contact the relevant professional body for details.