Master of Physiotherapy Practice
Allied Health
A course by
AUT
A graduate-entry master's programme for those with a relevant undergraduate degree, the Master of Physiotherapy Practice develops the skills needed for registration as a New Zealand physiotherapist. Embed clinical placements, e-learning, and collaborative learning to produce work-ready graduates.
NZ$13,630
inc GST
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Core skills this course teaches
Apply theoretical knowledge and practical skills in physiotherapy
Graduates can integrate classroom-based learning with real-world clinical experiences across a variety of physiotherapy contexts.
Demonstrate advanced clinical reasoning and professional judgement
About This Course
AUT’s Master of Physiotherapy Practice is designed for students who already hold a relevant undergraduate degree and wish to become registered physiotherapists in Aotearoa New Zealand. The programme features active, student-centred learning with clinical case scenarios, role plays, simulations, and embedded clinical placements. Graduates develop research skills, clinical judgment, and advanced physiotherapy competencies through coursework and supervised placements in hospital and community settings. Completion allows application for registration with the Physiotherapy Board of New Zealand.
Course Content
- Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy
- Neurological Physiotherapy
- Cardiovascular and Respiratory Physiotherapy
- Contexts of Health Practice in Aotearoa New Zealand
- Concepts of Altered Health
- Health Research Design and Planning
- Physiotherapy in Primary Care
- Contemporary Physiotherapy Practice
- Physiotherapy Across the Care Continuum
- Clinical reasoning and assessment techniques
- Evidence-based practice
- Integrated clinical experience
- Research project
Entry Requirements
A relevant bachelor’s degree with a B+ average (GPA 6) or higher at level 7, or equivalent (possible backgrounds: health sciences, exercise science, human anatomy, human physiology, kinesiology, medical)
Build towards these roles
Registered Physiotherapist (ability to apply for registration with the Physiotherapy Board of New Zealand)Roles in public and private healthcareOpportunities in sports injuries, chronic pain management, neurological rehabilitation, paediatrics, older adult health, musculoskeletal therapy, and community health
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