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Bachelor of Physiotherapy
Federation University Australia
- Churchill, Australia
- 4 years
- English
- On campus
- Bachelor
About the program
A three-year full-time Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy taught in the School of Sport, Exercise and Rehabilitation on Northumbria's City Campus in Newcastle.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (2 years): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Apply concepts and methods in Physiotherapy to solve relevant problems. Develop competence in Foundations of Physiotherapy Practice
- Cardiorespiratory anatomy and physiology. Present findings clearly and consider professional or research ethics.
Career outcomes
- Physiotherapist in hospitals
- Gyms and GP surgeries
- Further study (Master's
- PhD)
- Research
- Education
- Leadership
Curriculum
- Three-year full-time degree. Year 1 core: MSK anatomy and physiology
- Foundations of Physiotherapy Practice
- Cardiorespiratory anatomy and physiology
- Neurological anatomy and physiology. Final-year core: Physiotherapy Across the Life Course
- Clinical reasoning in Physiotherapy
- Innovation
- Leadership and preparation for working life.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Successful completion of Australian Year 12
- Or overseas equivalent.
- .
Accepted academic background
Completion of Australian Year 12 or an overseas equivalent (academic entry requirements by country PDF, Https://www.federation.edu.au/siteassets/files/apply/how-to-apply/international-students/academic-entry-requirements-by-country-guide2.pdf), Some courses add requirements (e.g. Early Childhood Education supplementary form, Honours research proposal).
Language tests
- IELTS 7.0 (no band below 7.0)
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- Graduation Certificate
- Passport Copy
- English Language Test Results
- Recommendation Letters.
How to apply
- Check the entry and English requirements and the cut-off dates. Apply online through StudyLink
- Or via a Federation agent
- pay the 25 AUD application fee. Upload certified transcripts
- Graduation certificates
- English test evidence and passport. Some courses add forms
- Referee reports or an interview. Accept the offer
- Sign the Offer and Acceptance Agreement and pay the fee deposit through Flywire. Receive the Confirmation of Enrolment
- Then apply for the student visa with OSHC.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $42,000 AUD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $25 AUD |
| Deposit | $1,000 AUD |
Program details
| Campus | Gippsland Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Institute of Health and Wellbeing |
| Department | Physiotherapy |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 192 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 2 years |
| Scholarship note | University scholarship eligibility, Funding and application conditions require confirmation. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
March 2027
Apply by
1 Mar 2027
107 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 4 years.
The next deadline is 1 Mar 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $42,000 AUD per year. The application fee is $25 AUD. The deposit is $1,000 AUD. The estimated living cost is $28,000 AUD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 7.0 (no band below 7.0).