Australian Catholic University

Bachelor of Physiotherapy

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

The Bachelor of Physiotherapy is for those who want to prevent injury and disability in others as well as rehabilitate those already injured. You will learn how to identify, assess and treat a range of conditions. As a graduate, you will have developed skills to work with everyone from children to the elderly, as well as deal with gender-specific issues.

This physiotherapy course also offers students clinical placements during which they will be supervised by a clinical educator. During each placement students will develop and integrate knowledge, skills and professional behaviours in accordance with the requirements of the Australian Physiotherapy Council. High achieving Bachelor of Physiotherapy students can undertake honours in the third and fourth years, provided they meet admission requirements.

Delivery mode

Australian Catholic University offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.


Locations
  • 40 Edward Street, North Sydney
  • 1200 Mair Street, Ballarat
  • 115 Victoria Parade, Fitzroy

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

Entry Requirements

To be eligible for admission to the Bachelor of Physiotherapy course, an applicant must have completed the following prerequisites at year 12 level, or equivalent:

New South Wales

  • English Standard, English as an Additional Language or Dialect (Band 4 for all)
  • Plus at least one of Biology, Chemistry, or Physics (Band 2 for all)

Queensland

  • English (Units 3 & 4, C)
  • One of Biology, Chemistry, or Physics (Units 3 & 4, C)

Victoria

  • Units 3 and 4: A study score of 30 in English (EAL) or 25 in any other English
  • A study score of 25 in one of Biology, Chemistry, or Physics

Applicants with Vocational Education and Training (VET) Study

You’ll need to meet the minimum entry requirements and subject prerequisites for your chosen course.

  • For current Year 12 students: Selection rank based on completion of a competency-based and graded AQF Certificate III or above
  • For non-school leavers: Selection rank assigned by Tertiary Admission Centre (TAC) based on individual qualifications and achievements
  • ACU has partnerships with TAFE and many private education providers. If you have completed a qualification with one of these partners or with ACU College, you may be eligible for guaranteed entry and/or credit into a related ACU degree.

Applicants with Higher Education Study

You’ll need to meet the minimum entry requirements and subject prerequisites for your chosen course.

  • Selection rank based on completion of at least two units of AQF-recognised study at bachelor level or above
  • Recognition of prior learning may be applicable

Applicants with Work and Life Experience

You’ll need to meet the minimum entry requirements and subject prerequisites for your chosen course.

  • Selection rank based on work, life, or service experience, or completion of the Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) for applicants aged 21 or older
  • Defence force service may contribute to the selection rank
  • ACU bridging courses are available

English Language Requirements

Applicants require an academic IELTS minimum overall score of 7.0 (with a minimum score of 7.0 in all bands), or an equivalent acceptable test score.

Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $0 - $39,464 $165,888 Fees are based on full-time study.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Standard Tuition:
$39,464
Standard Tuition:
$165,888
Full Fee Tuition:
$39,464
Full Fee Tuition:
$165,888
Enquire with Australian Catholic University to find out more.
Study mode On Campus
Duration 4 Years
Estimated fee* $0 - $39,464 $165,888 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Bachelor of Physiotherapy will prepare you for the following roles.

Physiotherapist

A Physiotherapist uses a range of techniques to treat patients with movement disorders. You might examine patients and develop a treatment plan whi...

Avg yearly income $99,996
Entry barriers Low

Sports Physiotherapist

Sports Physiotherapists are specialist Physiotherapists who work with athletes, sports teams, coaches, and sports management professionals. They de...

Avg yearly income $104,000
Entry barriers Low

Community Physiotherapist

Community Physiotherapists are registered Physiotherapists who treat their clients and provide physical therapies in private homes, workplaces, and...

Avg yearly income $93,600
Entry barriers Low

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