The University of Queensland Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours) Undergraduate Apply To This Program Details University Location Brisbane, Queensland City Population 2.5 million Student Population 55,044 Int'l Student Population 21,000 Main Campus St Lucia Program Campus St Lucia Program Duration 4 years Estimated Annual Tuition $48,976 AUD (2023 fees; subject to increase) Semester Intake February Next Available Intake 2024 Application Deadline November 29 each year* Apply To This Program Overview The University of Queensland’s four-year physiotherapy program examines the theory and practice behind physiotherapy to prepare you for a career where you’ll care for people of all ages and backgrounds who suffer from musculoskeletal, neurological, respiratory or other conditions. Benefit from a diverse range of learning approaches. Courses integrate lectures, seminars, skill sessions, practical classes, tutor and peer feedback sessions, and assignment work that covers topics such as injury prevention, pain management and more. Program You will undertake more than 1,050 hours of supervised clinical placements in a range of settings that include hospitals, educational facilities, healthcare organizations and private practice as well as UQ’s physiotherapy clinics. UQ has three dedicated physiotherapy clinics where you’ll get to apply your knowledge and develop specialized skills during your studies. You’ll also can learn sub-specialties such as women’s health and telerehabilitation. Admission Requirements Completed high school diploma You must have a high school diploma with Grade 12 subjects in English and one of biological science, chemistry or physics with a minimum GPA of 96%. Admission Timeline *While the application deadline is generally the end of November, you are encouraged to apply as early as possible. Student Reviews What do OzTREKK students think about studying Physiotherapy at The University of Queensland? Read on! 1/7 “The program is very professional” Love it, UQ is beautiful and a top university. The program is very professional and my professors are super helpful. Content is also very interesting. Review your anatomy. The program is very professional Love it, UQ is beautiful and a top university. The program is very professional and my professors are super helpful. Content is also very interesting. Review your anatomy. Haeley K Master of Physiotherapy Studies The University of Queensland, 2019 Haeley K Master of Physiotherapy Studies The University of Queensland, 2019 “I’m learning a ton and well on my way to becoming a Physio” Great program I'm learning lots and great campus with lots to do all the time. it's difficult but I feel I'm learning a ton and well on my way to becoming a Physio. I would suggest doing some [anatomy] review before starting because it with help with every class down here. I’m learning a ton and well on my way to becoming a Physio Great program I’m learning lots and great campus with lots to do all the time. it’s difficult but I feel I’m learning a ton and well on my way to becoming a Physio. I would suggest doing some [anatomy] review before starting because it with help with every class down here. James D Master of Physiotherapy Studies The University of Queensland, 2019 James D Master of Physiotherapy Studies The University of Queensland, 2019 “I get lots of hands on practical classes” I like my university as it has a great atmosphere to study and the campus is also great. I am enjoying my program because I get lots of hands on practical classes which helps deepens my knowledge. I get lots of hands on practical classes I like my university as it has a great atmosphere to study and the campus is also great. I am enjoying my program because I get lots of hands on practical classes which helps deepens my knowledge. Konnie C Master of Physiotherapy Studies The University of Queensland, 2019 Konnie C Master of Physiotherapy Studies The University of Queensland, 2019 “I love my program, so much hands on activity already in our first year.” I love the university! Great atmosphere, beautiful campus, and well developed programs. I love my program, so much hands on activity already in our first year. It's a bit more difficult than I had imagined but I'm loving the challenge. Get ready to work hard but also enjoy yourself along the way! Make time to meet people and build relationships so you have a good foundation to put the hard work in. I love my program, so much hands on activity already in our first year. I love the university! Great atmosphere, beautiful campus, and well developed programs. I love my program, so much hands on activity already in our first year. It’s a bit more difficult than I had imagined but I’m loving the challenge. Get ready to work hard but also enjoy yourself along the way! Make time to meet people and build relationships so you have a good foundation to put the hard work in. Bronte B Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours) The University of Queensland, 2019 Bronte B Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours) The University of Queensland, 2019 “I liked how the classes are smaller and every course also has a practical class” I wanted the opportunity to study abroad and UQ has a really good reputation it also helps that the campus is gorgeous! The GEMS physio program is two intense years, but through those two years you make some really good friends... I liked how the classes are smaller and every course also has a practical class, meaning you get to take what you learned in the lecture and try them out yourself. When they recommend you brush up on your anatomy, it really does help! Also you really... Read More I liked how the classes are smaller and every course also has a practical class I wanted the opportunity to study abroad and UQ has a really good reputation it also helps that the campus is gorgeous! The GEMS physio program is two intense years, but through those two years you make some really good friends… I liked how the classes are smaller and every course also has a practical class, meaning you get to take what you learned in the lecture and try them out yourself. When they recommend you brush up on your anatomy, it really does help! Also you really don’t need a lot of winter clothes here, it doesn’t get cold other than in the mornings really. Julia P Master of Physiotherapy Studies The University of Queensland, 2019 Julia P Master of Physiotherapy Studies The University of Queensland, 2019 “UQ is rated one of the highest in Australia and I’m hoping to take a lot back home especially manual handling skills which is years ahead of Canada.” I like that our class is of 38 which means we have greater exposure with professors and they teach us handling techniques themselves. UQ is rated one of the highest in Australia and I'm hoping to take a lot back home especially manual handling skills which is years ahead of Canada. UQ is rated one of the highest in Australia and I’m hoping to take a lot back home especially manual handling skills which is years ahead of Canada. I like that our class is of 38 which means we have greater exposure with professors and they teach us handling techniques themselves. UQ is rated one of the highest in Australia and I’m hoping to take a lot back home especially manual handling skills which is years ahead of Canada. Tony K Master of Physiotherapy Studies The University of Queensland, 2018 Tony K Master of Physiotherapy Studies The University of Queensland, 2018 “In the 8 months I’ve studied here I feel like I have learned so much.” I love UQ and this program. It’s intense but so fulfilling. In the 8 months I’ve studied here I feel like I have learned so much. The professors are awesome and you really feel as if you are getting the best most up to date evidence presented to you every day. In the 8 months I’ve studied here I feel like I have learned so much. I love UQ and this program. It’s intense but so fulfilling. In the 8 months I’ve studied here I feel like I have learned so much. The professors are awesome and you really feel as if you are getting the best most up to date evidence presented to you every day. Joel T. Master of Physiotherapy Studies The University of Queensland, 2018 Joel T. Master of Physiotherapy Studies The University of Queensland, 2018 Related News View All 3 March 2023 · News Australian university applications are officially open! Australian university applications are officially open, and starting now means making your application as strong as possible. Here’s how. Read More 6 April 2022 · News Top 5 questions we get asked about studying in Australia What’s the deal with studying in Australia, how does it work, and what’s in it for me? Here are the top 5 questions we get asked about studying in Australia! Read More 3 March 2021 · Events Study in Australia Virtual Fair March 3 Dreaming of being a trailblazer in your future career? Find out more on March 3, 2021 at our virtual fair and conference. Join exclusive presentations and chat live with Australian university representatives and the OzTREKK team to find out where you’re competitive! Read More Admissions OfficerLara Klymko Lara enjoys nature walks and creating things out of yarn while consuming media. She’d better never encounter a bear; she would try to hug it. INFP. Lara works with all rehab and health sciences students. Need help with applying to physio, OT, chiro, speech path, or audiology? How about nursing, optom, and public health? Contact Lara! Recipes: Ethiopian, Italian, bread, bread, and more bread Drink: That 3 a.m. gulp of water Music: Synth-, retro-, vapor-, slush-, chillwave Podcasts: MFM, IASIP, TAL, Radiolab Favourite saying: Old goths never die, they just fade to grey. Superpower: Arachnophilia Email: [email protected]
