Master of Physiotherapy Practice (MPhysioPrac)
Allied Health
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University of Auckland
A two-year, graduate-entry master's programme accredited by the Physiotherapy Board of New Zealand, preparing you for registration as a physiotherapist with strong clinical, research, and leadership skills.
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Core skills this course teaches
Clinical Reasoning and Practice
Develop strong clinical reasoning and critical assessment skills for contemporary physiotherapy practice.
Research-Informed Practice
Apply evidence-based research to clinical and community physiotherapy contexts.
About This Course
The Master of Physiotherapy Practice (MPhysioPrac) at the University of Auckland is a graduate-entry master's degree designed to prepare students for a career as a registered physiotherapist in New Zealand. The programme is accredited by the Physiotherapy Board of New Zealand and features a practice-oriented, research-informed, and culturally responsive curriculum. Students undertake a combination of online and face-to-face learning, project-based assessments, and five clinical practicums in health settings. Graduates will possess advanced clinical reasoning skills and be prepared for leadership roles in the physiotherapy profession.
Course Content
- Evidence-based and research-informed physiotherapy curricula
- Contemporary and culturally responsive clinical knowledge
- Case-based and practice-oriented learning
- Active and student-centred learning methods
- Clinical placements (five five-week practicums)
- EXERSCI 731-737, 751 in Part I
- EXERSCI 738, 741, 752-755, 790 (research project) in Part II
- Musculoskeletal, neurological, acute and community physiotherapy
- Professional practice and research in physiotherapy
- Translational knowledge and clinical skills
Entry Requirements
Bachelor's degree (any subject) or higher
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