
Master of Physiotherapy Studies
Build on your undergraduate degree and qualify as an accredited physiotherapist in just 2 years with the Master of Physiotherapy Studies.
Official- Duration
- Not provided
- Qualification
- Masters by coursework
- AQF 9
- Campus
- St Lucia
- QLD
- Course code
- CRICOS 039545A
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Course overview
Build on your undergraduate degree and qualify as an accredited physiotherapist in just 2 years with the Master of Physiotherapy Studies.
Entry requirements
Requirements are recorded per intake year and per audience. Meeting them does not guarantee an offer.
1. 1. Entry requirements To be eligible for entry, you'll need: A bachelor's degree (or equivalent), with completed university-level studies in human anatomy and human physiology. Please see 'Additional application information' below for further details on entry requirements. You must have a grade point average (GPA) of 4.5 on a 7-point scale in your previous qualification. Entry is competitive based on GPA with a limited intake. The GPA cut-off for those offered a place in 2023 was 5.59. Applicants who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander who meet the minimum entry requirements for this program will be offered a place. On admission to the program, you will need to provide evidence of your Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander status. To complete this degree, you have to meet its inherent requirements by demonstrating essential skills and attributes. Read the inherent requirements before you apply. Learn about inherent requirements We can help you meet the academic or English language requirements for your preferred program. If you haven’t completed the prerequisites, we can help. Learn about pathway options To be considered for enrolment, an applicant must: Hold a bachelor degree; study in fields such as allied health, human movement science, physical or biological sciences is recommended. If the bachelor degree was completed more than 10 years prior to program commencement, have subsequently completed, within the 10 years prior to program commencement, the following university level study: 2 units (1 course) in human anatomy - musculoskeletal anatomy; and 2 units (1 course) in human physiology - systems physiology. Suitable UQ pre-requisite courses: Human Anatomy ANAT1005, ANAT2029 or BIOM2020 Human Physiology PHYL1007 or BIOM2012 At the commencement of the program you must obtain, and thereafter hold for the duration of the program, a current First Aid Certificate (including CPR) and Blue Card. You will also be required to provide evidence that you do not carry blood-borne transmissible viruses or tuberculosis (TB) and comply with a schedule of immunisations. Prior to applying, applicants should ensure they will be able to meet placement requirements outlined on https://habs.uq.edu.au/prepare-your-master-physiotherapy-studies-placement >this website . 2. Grade Point Average (GPA) on a 4 point scale where 1 is a pass.: 1.5 3. Grade Point Average (GPA) on a 7 point scale where 4 is a pass: 4.5 4. China 211 universities: 75 5. China non-211 universities: 80 6. India Section 1 Grade Point Average (GPA) on a 10 point scale where 4.5 is a pass.: 5.88 7. India Section 1 Grade Point Average (GPA) on a 10 point scale where 4 is a pass.: 5.5 8. India Section 1 Grade Point Average (GPA) on a 10 point scale where 5 is a pass.: 6.25 9. India Section 1 Grade Point Average (GPA) on a 4 point scale where 1 is a pass.: 1.75 10. India Section 1 Grade Point Average (GPA) on a 4 point scale where 2 is a pass.: 2.5 11. India Section 1 Grade Point Average (GPA) on a 7 point scale where 2 is a pass.: 3.25 12. India Section 1 Grade Point Average (GPA) on a 7 point scale where 4 is a pass: 4.75 13. 100% scale, where 50% is a Lower 2nd Class pass.: 59% 14. Grade Point Average (GPA) on a 4 point scale where 2 is a pass.: 2.35 15. Grade Point Average (GPA) on a 5 point scale where 2 is a pass.: 2.5 2. 1. Entry requirements To be eligible for entry, you'll need: A bachelor's degree (or equivalent), with completed university-level studies in human anatomy and human physiology. Please see 'Additional application information' below for further details on entry requirements. You must have a grade point average (GPA) of 4.5 on a 7-point scale in your previous qualification. Entry is competitive based on GPA with a limited intake. The GPA cut-off for those offered a place in 2023 was 5.59. Applicants who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander who meet the minimum entry requirements for this program will be offered a place. On admission to the program, you will need to provide evidence of your Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander status. To complete this degree, you have to meet its inherent requirements by demonstrating essential skills and attributes. Read the inherent requirements before you apply. Learn about inherent requirements We can help you meet the academic or English language requirements for your preferred program. If you haven’t completed the prerequisites, we can help. Learn about pathway options To be considered for enrolment, an applicant must: Hold a bachelor degree; study in fields such as allied health, human movement science, physical or biological sciences is recommended. If the bachelor degree was completed more than 10 years prior to program commencement, have subsequently completed, within the 10 years prior to program commencement, the following university level study: 2 units (1 course) in human anatomy - musculoskeletal anatomy; and 2 units (1 course) in human physiology - systems physiology. Suitable UQ pre-requisite courses: Human Anatomy ANAT1005, ANAT2029 or BIOM2020 Human Physiology PHYL1007 or BIOM2012 At the commencement of the program you must obtain, and thereafter hold for the duration of the program, a current First Aid Certificate (including CPR) and Blue Card. You will also be required to provide evidence that you do not carry blood-borne transmissible viruses or tuberculosis (TB) and comply with a schedule of immunisations. Prior to applying, applicants should ensure they will be able to meet placement requirements outlined on https://habs.uq.edu.au/prepare-your-master-physiotherapy-studies-placement >this website . 2. {}
Academic qualifications
Values are shown exactly as the institution publishes them.
Prior degree GPA
4.5 / 7
English language
Band minimums apply in addition to the overall score.
- IELTS AcademicOverall 7L 7 · R 7 · W 7 · S 7
Additional requirements
Academic entry requirement
1. Entry requirements To be eligible for entry, you'll need: A bachelor's degree (or equivalent), with completed university-level studies in human anatomy and human physiology. Please see 'Additional application information' below for further details on entry requirements. You must have a grade point average (GPA) of 4.5 on a 7-point scale in your previous qualification. Entry is competitive based on GPA with a limited intake. The GPA cut-off for those offered a place in 2023 was 5.59. Applicants who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander who meet the minimum entry requirements for this program will be offered a place. On admission to the program, you will need to provide evidence of your Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander status. To complete this degree, you have to meet its inherent requirements by demonstrating essential skills and attributes. Read the inherent requirements before you apply. Learn about inherent requirements We can help you meet the academic or English language requirements for your preferred program. If you haven’t completed the prerequisites, we can help. Learn about pathway options To be considered for enrolment, an applicant must: Hold a bachelor degree; study in fields such as allied health, human movement science, physical or biological sciences is recommended. If the bachelor degree was completed more than 10 years prior to program commencement, have subsequently completed, within the 10 years prior to program commencement, the following university level study: 2 units (1 course) in human anatomy - musculoskeletal anatomy; and 2 units (1 course) in human physiology - systems physiology. Suitable UQ pre-requisite courses: Human Anatomy ANAT1005, ANAT2029 or BIOM2020 Human Physiology PHYL1007 or BIOM2012 At the commencement of the program you must obtain, and thereafter hold for the duration of the program, a current First Aid Certificate (including CPR) and Blue Card. You will also be required to provide evidence that you do not carry blood-borne transmissible viruses or tuberculosis (TB) and comply with a schedule of immunisations. Prior to applying, applicants should ensure they will be able to meet placement requirements outlined on https://habs.uq.edu.au/prepare-your-master-physiotherapy-studies-placement >this website . 2. Grade Point Average (GPA) on a 4 point scale where 1 is a pass.: 1.5 3. Grade Point Average (GPA) on a 7 point scale where 4 is a pass: 4.5 4. China 211 universities: 75 5. China non-211 universities: 80 6. India Section 1 Grade Point Average (GPA) on a 10 point scale where 4.5 is a pass.: 5.88 7. India Section 1 Grade Point Average (GPA) on a 10 point scale where 4 is a pass.: 5.5 8. India Section 1 Grade Point Average (GPA) on a 10 point scale where 5 is a pass.: 6.25 9. India Section 1 Grade Point Average (GPA) on a 4 point scale where 1 is a pass.: 1.75 10. India Section 1 Grade Point Average (GPA) on a 4 point scale where 2 is a pass.: 2.5 11. India Section 1 Grade Point Average (GPA) on a 7 point scale where 2 is a pass.: 3.25 12. India Section 1 Grade Point Average (GPA) on a 7 point scale where 4 is a pass: 4.75 13. 100% scale, where 50% is a Lower 2nd Class pass.: 59% 14. Grade Point Average (GPA) on a 4 point scale where 2 is a pass.: 2.35 15. Grade Point Average (GPA) on a 5 point scale where 2 is a pass.: 2.5
Additional entry requirement
1. Entry requirements To be eligible for entry, you'll need: A bachelor's degree (or equivalent), with completed university-level studies in human anatomy and human physiology. Please see 'Additional application information' below for further details on entry requirements. You must have a grade point average (GPA) of 4.5 on a 7-point scale in your previous qualification. Entry is competitive based on GPA with a limited intake. The GPA cut-off for those offered a place in 2023 was 5.59. Applicants who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander who meet the minimum entry requirements for this program will be offered a place. On admission to the program, you will need to provide evidence of your Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander status. To complete this degree, you have to meet its inherent requirements by demonstrating essential skills and attributes. Read the inherent requirements before you apply. Learn about inherent requirements We can help you meet the academic or English language requirements for your preferred program. If you haven’t completed the prerequisites, we can help. Learn about pathway options To be considered for enrolment, an applicant must: Hold a bachelor degree; study in fields such as allied health, human movement science, physical or biological sciences is recommended. If the bachelor degree was completed more than 10 years prior to program commencement, have subsequently completed, within the 10 years prior to program commencement, the following university level study: 2 units (1 course) in human anatomy - musculoskeletal anatomy; and 2 units (1 course) in human physiology - systems physiology. Suitable UQ pre-requisite courses: Human Anatomy ANAT1005, ANAT2029 or BIOM2020 Human Physiology PHYL1007 or BIOM2012 At the commencement of the program you must obtain, and thereafter hold for the duration of the program, a current First Aid Certificate (including CPR) and Blue Card. You will also be required to provide evidence that you do not carry blood-borne transmissible viruses or tuberculosis (TB) and comply with a schedule of immunisations. Prior to applying, applicants should ensure they will be able to meet placement requirements outlined on https://habs.uq.edu.au/prepare-your-master-physiotherapy-studies-placement >this website . 2. {}
Intakes and tuition
Tuition is recorded per intake with the institution's own basis. Superseded rows are kept so fee changes stay visible.
| Intake | Campus | Starts | Applications close | Tuition | For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 · Trimester 3 | St Lucia | 29 November 2027 | — | $75,590per year | International students |
Where it is taught
St Lucia
PrimaryQLD
References
Official course page, institution website and the sources behind this profile.
- Master of Physiotherapy Studiesstudy.uq.edu.au
- The University of Queenslanduq.edu.au
- CRICOS provider recordOfficial source
- Review postgraduate coursework entry requirementsOfficial source
- Review undergraduate entry requirementsOfficial source
- UQ 2027 International Program Catalogue and Program Requirements APIOfficial source
- QS World University Rankings 2027Official source

