Masters (Coursework)
This course provides graduate physiotherapists with an opportunity to develop advanced clinical skills in sports physiotherapy.
The qualification awarded on graduation is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 9.
Please note, the following course structure is indicative and subject to change depending on your course location, offer year or how you tailor your course with specialisations, majors, minors and electives. Structures for the following year are not normally finalised until October, so the sample provided is based on the most recently approved structure. For more information, please refer to the La Trobe University Handbook.
To qualify for the award of Master of Sports Physiotherapy, students must complete a total of 120 credit points across 2 years.
Year 1 requires the completion of 60 credit points including:
Year 2 requires the completion of 60 credit points including:
Core subjects are required subjects in your course. You need to complete these subjects to attain your degree.
Subject name Subject code Year Credit points ACADEMIC INTEGRITY MODULE LTU0AIM 1 0 ADVANCED CLINICAL SCIENCES IN PHYSIOTHERAPY PTY5ACS 1 15 SEARCH AND EVALUATE EVIDENCE (SPORT AND MUSCULOSKELETAL PHYSIOTHERAPY) PTY5SEE 1 15 PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT IN SPORTS PHYSIOTHERAPY PTY5PDS 1 30 CLINICAL REASONING IN PHYSIOTHERAPY PTY5CRP 2 15 WEBINARS IN SPORTS PHYSIOTHERAPY PTY5WSP 2 15 ADVANCED PRACTICE OF SPORTS PHYSIOTHERAPY PTY5APS 2 30The Handbook contains detailed course information designed for enrolled students, including course structures, electives and options. The delivery of this course can vary between campuses.
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Graduates may find work in various sporting environments, including private practice and sports clubs.
Professional recognitionGraduates of the Master of Sports Physiotherapy may apply for membership and the title of APA Sports Physiotherapist with the Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA). Membership and titling may be subject to additional or ongoing requirements beyond completion of the degree. Please contact the relevant professional body for details.