Student Stories: Building Resilience and Confidence in the Bond University Doctor of Physiotherapy
Being immersed in problem-based learning, surrounded by industry leaders, and studying in one of Australia’s most beautiful cities is an appealing way to become a physiotherapist.
That’s why every year Canadians like Kendal choose Bond University for their Doctor of Physiotherapy degree.
Kendal made the leap from Coquitlam, British Columbia to Gold Coast, Queensland in 2022 to study physiotherapy at Bond, and her experience was nothing short of incredible.
What’s it like living in the Gold Coast?
“Life on the Gold Coast is surreal. I wake up every morning and I’m just so lucky to be somewhere that’s this beautiful.”
Why did you choose to study physiotherapy at Bond University?
“I chose to study physiotherapy at Bond because the program aligned a lot with how I learn as a student, and they offered me some great opportunities with hands-on experience throughout the program. Those are the big ones, but obviously the Gold Coast—it was pretty much a deal breaker.”
These are just the reasons why Kendal chose Bond, but there’s a long list of why Canadians should consider studying physio at Bond. The small cohort, great student support, 1,400 clinical practice hours, and admissions requirements round out the reasons why Bond physio is so great!
What’s are the learning facilities like for Bond physio students?
“Most of my classes are delivered at the Bond Institute of Health and Sport. We have a simulation ward where we can work with hospital beds and things we’d see on placement or in the real world. We also have a performance centre, gymnasium, anatomy labs, as well as PBL (problem-based learning) classrooms where we do a lot of group-based learning.”
Learning in a state-of-the-art facility with health and sports laboratories, used for research and athlete testing, and by health, sports science, OT, and physiotherapy students certainly brings learning advantages!
What are the professors and teaching methods like for Bond physio students?
“I think the professors do such a good job at knowing you personally and that was something I didn’t experience in my undergraduate degree. It was so fun learning from them and you know, gaining those relationships. I’ve never met people, especially professors, that just can take any bit of time out of their day to help you out, even [for] the silliest of questions.”
Bond physio students also get incredible hands-on, real-world learning opportunities, like working with the World Surf League!
How did OzTREKK help you apply to Bond University?
“Moving halfway across the world is stressful and it’s overwhelming. I think as a student I was like ‘where do I start?’ but OzTREKK just gave me those key kind of steps to just work through one-by-one and it made the transition over here just so much easier, and I think they’re just such a good and useful resource for any student that’s wanting to come overseas.”
What do you plan to do after you graduate from Bond?
“I think I’m most proud of my resilience through the program and the confidence and independence I gained by being here is something I’ll carry into my career absolutely. I’m just excited for what’s to come. I don’t really care where I go. I think just taking any opportunity to learn is something that I’ve always prioritized. There’s just so many different options in this career. That’s what makes physiotherapy so special.”
Bond physio graduates have plenty of options following their studies. Whether you want to undertake research to revolutionize rehabilitation or work as a physiotherapist in Australia or Canada, your future looks bright!
If you’re looking for a close-knit, top-quality physiotherapy program, Bond University’s Doctor of Physiotherapy is for you! There’s a reason why so many Canadians place it at the top of their application list.
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