
Bond University
Doctor of Physiotherapy
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)Bond University’s innovative approach to physiotherapy education ensures you are work-ready, competent, and confident to practice in a wide range of settings including hospitals, community clinics and private practices.
Bond’s Doctor of Physiotherapy program is renowned for its unique blend of problem-based scientific learning, practical application, and more clinical hours than any other physiotherapy degree in Australia!
You will graduate equipped with the fundamental physiotherapy knowledge, critical skills, and professional behaviours and attitudes required to examine, diagnose, and treat clients across the lifespan by learning from an integrated curriculum of clinical and related basic sciences.
Immerse yourself in clinical experiential learning, with clinical placements included in the core subject listing, and a further internship offered as an elective. Placements are sought in a variety of settings across the full spectrum of clinical areas including orthopaedics, cardiorespiratory, musculoskeletal, neurological, ortho-geriatric, rehabilitation, chronic disease, disability, occupational, and sports practice.
Your classes will primarily be delivered at the Bond Institute of Health and Sport, where you will have access to advanced facilities and equipment. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to undertake innovative and clinical research projects.
Delivery mode
Bond University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- 14 University Drive, Robina
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
- Successful completion of a Bachelor degree in Exercise Science and Sport Science; OR
- Recognised Bachelor degree (or equivalent qualification) from relevant areas of study in a health related field with a minimum GPA requirement of 2 (on a 4-point scale where 1 = pass).
Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Doctor 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...
Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist
A Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist assesses and treats patients with musculoskeletal conditions, employing advanced assessment techniques and clinic...
Neurological Physiotherapist
A Neurological Physiotherapist plays a vital role in the rehabilitation of individuals suffering from various neurological conditions, employing a...
Sports Physiotherapist
Sports Physiotherapists are specialist Physiotherapists who work with athletes, sports teams, coaches, and sports management professionals. They de...
Community Physiotherapist
Community Physiotherapists are registered Physiotherapists who treat their clients and provide physical therapies in private homes, workplaces, and...
About Bond University
Bond University has always dared to be different. Our founders’ vision was to create a bold educational experience that opened new doors to opportunities and transformed the career trajectories of its graduates. Bond was envisioned as a place where all students could learn from world-class industry leaders, be personally mentored by their teachers, and have access to cutting-edge technologies, equipment and resources.