Postgraduate Diploma in Health Science – Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy
Allied Health
A course by
AUT
Develop advanced practice skills and critical analysis in musculoskeletal physiotherapy, meeting international education standards, with flexible learning options including on-campus and online.
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Core skills this course teaches
Develop advanced knowledge in musculoskeletal physiotherapy
Gain in-depth expertise in clinical reasoning, assessment, and treatment of musculoskeletal conditions.
Critical analysis and evidence-based practice
Enhance your ability to critically evaluate research and apply evidence-based approaches to practice.
About This Course
The Postgraduate Diploma in Health Science – Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy at AUT is designed for registered physiotherapists seeking to advance their expertise in musculoskeletal practice. This qualification develops advanced clinical reasoning, biomechanical analysis, pain management skills, and prepares graduates for specialist practice or further master’s study. The programme meets the educational requirements for International Federation of Orthopaedic Manipulative Physical Therapists (IFOMPT) membership and provides flexible study options, such as block courses and online learning, supported by internationally recognised staff.
Course Content
- Advanced Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy (PHTY801)
- Biomechanics (RHAB817)
- Pain: Mechanisms and Management (RHAB818)
- An approved 15-point postgraduate health science course
- Choose one of: Research Design and Methods (HEAL811), Critical Enquiry for Evidence Based Practice (HEAL840), Māori Health Research Practice (MAOH801), Pacific Health Research and Design (PUBH810)
- Choose one of: Health Professional Practice (HEAL812, on-campus blocks recommended, compulsory for international students), Practice Reality (HEAL813), Maori Health Supervision (MAOH803)
Entry Requirements
Registered physiotherapist
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