Adelaide University

Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours)

Undergraduate
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Details

University Location Adelaide, South Australia
City Population 1.3 million
Student Population 65,000
Int'l Student Population 16,000
Main Campus Adelaide City Campus
Program Campus Adelaide City, Whyalla
Program Duration 4 years
Estimated Annual Tuition AUD$52,200 (2026 fees; subject to increase)
Semester Intake February
Next Available Intake 2026
Application Deadline No set deadline*
CRICOS Provider 04249J
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Overview

Movement is medicine for the body and mind. But every person is different, with their own unique challenges and vulnerabilities. Skilled physiotherapists understand this and can offer life-changing, personalized support.

The Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours) at Adelaide University gives you the knowledge and tools to excel in this rewarding field, with patient-centred care at the heart of your practice.

You’ll discover how the human body works, get extensive hands-on experience, and connect with industry experts.

Program

This 4-year honours degree teaches you to assess, treat, and prevent health conditions across the full lifespan. Supported by practicing physiotherapists and award-winning researchers, you’ll join an inspiring community of healthcare professionals. From day one, you’ll get hands-on experience, advancing both your technical and communication skills.

The curriculum is contemporary and culturally informed, covering everything from human anatomy and physiology to social and psychological factors that impact on health and well-being.

As a Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours) student, you’ll learn all about the foundational medical sciences, including courses on human anatomy and physiology. You’ll explore social and psychological determinants of human health and function, and network with other health students studying podiatry, health sciences, occupational therapy, and exercise physiology.

You’ll study pharmacology and movement analysis and interrogate the biomedical model of health. This program will challenge your understanding of the mechanisms and management of pain to help you learn how to work collaboratively with patients to help them achieve their best outcomes. You’ll build communication skills for working in multidisciplinary healthcare teams and get a holistic view of health and recovery.

Clinical Placements
You’re encouraged to build your practical skills and industry relationships from day one of your degree. You’ll advance your knowledge and skills through supervised clinical placements across metro, rural, and regional health settings. You’ll complete 45 weeks of practical experience in acute care, rehabilitation, pediatrics, aged care, disability, and musculoskeletal physiotherapy.

You’ll have access to purpose-built facilities, including

  • physiotherapy clinics
  • physiotherapy laboratories
  • anatomy laboratories
  • a physiology laboratory

Your learning is carefully designed to gradually reduce your need for support as you move toward graduation. This ensures you have the confidence and capacity to walk into a job as a new graduate physiotherapist.

Admission Requirements

You may apply directly from high school or after having partially or fully completed university studies.

Completed high school diploma
You must have a high school diploma with a minimum GPA of 85%, including assumed knowledge in Grade 12 biology and physics (or equivalent).

From university
If you have commenced or completed a bachelor’s degree, you must show successful completion of at least 6 months full-time study (or equivalent part-time) at an undergraduate diploma or higher. You must submit official academic transcripts from both university and high school.

Admission Timeline

*Offers are made throughout the year based on academic merit and subject to availability in the program. You are encouraged to apply as early as possible.