Australian Catholic University
Bachelor of Physiotherapy
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationThe 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.
- 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
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Bachelor of Physiotherapy will prepare you for the following roles.
Physiotherapist
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About Australian Catholic University
Within the Catholic intellectual tradition and acting in Truth and Love, Australian Catholic University is committed to the pursuit of knowledge, the dignity of the human person and the common good.
Our mission is at the heart of everything we do at ACU. It guides our approach to learning and teaching, our welcoming and engaging on-campus culture, and our commitment to building a better society by producing graduates willing to invest in this same commitment.
