It is anticipated that candidates interested in this degree will seek research training experience in areas of activity undertaken by the Centre's staff. The teaching and research faculty involved with these courses possess higher degrees in fundamental and clinical research, and additionally have strong international publication experience.

The DPT is a professional doctorate and comprises coursework and a doctoral thesis. The latter comprises two-thirds of the total course and must consist of an original contribution to scholarship in the area of musculoskeletal physiotherapy.

The Doctor of Physiotherapy program aims to promote:

advanced clinical and independent research skills
evaluation of research design and critical interpretation of literature,
experience of publishing research in peer reviewed journals and,
contribution to evidence-based practice
Admission Requirements
To be considered for entry into the DPT and applicant must either: (a) hold a bachelor's degree in physiotherapy at the level of first or upper second class Honours at this University or another approved university, or (b) hold a postgraduate degree of this University or another approved university and (c) have demonstrated adequate research preparation directly related to the field of study. In addition, a candidate must demonstrate that they have had substantial professional clinical practice experience. The Centre reserves the right to conduct an interview as part of the selection process.

Course Structure
The structure of the Doctor of Physiotherapy comprises one year of research preparation [development opf a proposal, research ethics, pilot study] and two years of research leading to a major dissertation. Preparation of manuscripts for publication will be encouraged. Depending upon prior learning, all candidates will complete a prescribed research preparation unit relating to their study focus during their first year. Subsequent semesters will relate specifically to the research subject. The program may be taken on a full-time basis or part-time. Please note, International students are required by the Australian Government to undertake study on a full-time basis.

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