BPhysT (Physiotherapy)
University of Pretoria - Faculty of Health Sciences
Key Information
Campus location
Pretoria, South Africa
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
4 years
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
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Introduction
BPhysT (Physiotherapy)
Physiotherapy is a complementary healthcare profession that aims to restore or promote the normal physical functioning of the individual, as well as to rehabilitate individuals with injuries and those living with disabilities. Training is evidence- and outcomes-based. Physiotherapy students are exposed to a wide variety of patients, where they can use their examination and problem-solving skills to make a significant contribution to the health status of any patient. Physiotherapists who have qualified at the University of Pretoria are in demand in all sectors of healthcare worldwide. The BPhysio program requires four years of full-time study. Students are trained in the use of physiotherapy in various areas, treating people with musculoskeletal, neurological and respiratory problems and sports injuries. Training includes work in the field of paediatrics and in communities.
Musculoskeletal and sports therapies are used to treat problems affecting the vertebral and peripheral joints. Neurological therapy involves rehabilitation principles used for the treatment of different conditions and diseases affectting the brain and spinal cord, and respiratory and cardiac therapy improves lung function and exercise tolerance. Studenta are also taught how to manage congenital and acquired paediatric conditions. Special emphasis is placed on community education and empowerment with regard to health-related challenges. The modules taught in the four-year degree program include manual therapy, soft-tissue mobilisations, electrotherapy, hydrotherapy and exercise therapy. Rehabililitation is a major focus in all areas of physiotherapy practice.
Admissions
Scholarships and Funding
Several scholarship options are available, please visit the university website for more information.
Curriculum
Curriculum Year 1
Fundamental modules
- Academic information management
- Academic information management
- Introduction to anatomy
- Anatomy of the limbs
- Anatomy of the torso
- Anatomy of the head and neck
- Academic English for Health Sciences (BNurs, BDietetics, BOH, BOT, BRad and BPhysT)
- Academic English for Health Sciences
- Physiology
- Physiology
- Sepedi for beginners
- Physics for biology students
- Sepedi for beginners
- Physiology
- Academic orientation
- isiZulu for beginners
Core modules
- Physiotherapy
- Integrated healthcare leadership
Year 2
Fundamental modules
- Anatomical pathology
- Physiology
- Physiology
- Physiology
- Physiology
- Medical microbiology
- Medical microbiology
- Medical microbiology
- Basic emergency care
- Psychology
Core modules
- Physiotherapy
- Physiotherapy clinical practice
- Integrated healthcare leadership
Year 3
Fundamental modules
- Pharmacology
- Pharmacology
- Integrated healthcare leadership
- Integrated healthcare leadership
- Research methodology for healthcare sciences
Core modules
- Physiotherapy
- Physiotherapy clinical practice
- Integrated healthcare leadership
Final Year
- Physiotherapy
- Physiotherapy clinical practice
- Integrated healthcare leadership
- Integrated healthcare leadership
- Research in healthcare sciences
Program Outcome
Total Credits: 526