Curtin University
Master of Clinical Physiotherapy
- Delivery: Face to Face
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 12 months
Deepen your clinical reasoning, assessment and treatment capability through advanced physiotherapy study, supervised clinical practice and applied research in your chosen area of specialisation.
Course overview
Curtin University’s Master of Clinical Physiotherapy is designed for registered physiotherapists seeking to extend their clinical capabilities in continence and pelvic health, musculoskeletal physiotherapy or sports and exercise physiotherapy. Building on previous professional education and clinical experience, the course supports advanced practice within a chosen field.
You will strengthen your clinical reasoning, assessment and treatment capabilities while examining contemporary evidence, service delivery and health promotion. Specialist learning supports your ability to evaluate complex clinical presentations, communicate effectively and provide evidence-informed physiotherapy care.
You will select a major in continence and pelvic health, musculoskeletal physiotherapy or sports and exercise physiotherapy. Each major combines specialised coursework with supervised clinical practice and an applied research project developed through a proposal and final report. Compulsory laboratory learning may involve peer examination, appropriate disrobing and physically supporting or manipulating patients.
Delivered at Curtin Perth, the course can be completed in one year of full-time study, with part-time study also available. Graduates can strengthen their capacity to deliver advanced physiotherapy care, evaluate clinical practice and contribute to improved outcomes within their selected field.
Key facts
What you will study
To earn the Master of Clinical Physiotherapy, you must successfully complete units totalling 200 credit points within one of the majors detailed below. Unless otherwise noted, each course is worth 25 credit points.
Continence and Pelvic Health major
Core units
- Continence and Pelvic Health Clinics 1
- Physiotherapy Project Proposal
- Foundations of Continence and Pelvic Health
- Lifespan Health
- Advanced Management of Pain Disorders
- Continence and Pelvic Health Clinics 2
- Physiotherapy Project Report
- Advanced Continence and Pelvic Health
Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy major
Core units
- Musculoskeletal Science Advanced Competencies 1
- Advanced Anatomy and Pathology
- Advanced Musculoskeletal Clinical Competencies 1
- Physiotherapy Project Proposal
- Advanced Musculoskeletal Clinical Competencies 2
- Physiotherapy Project Report
- Musculoskeletal Science Advanced Competencies 2
- Advanced Management of Pain Disorders
Sports and Exercise Physiotherapy major
Core units
- Advanced Anatomy and Pathology
- Advanced Sports Physiotherapy Clinics 1
- Musculoskeletal Science Advanced Competencies 1
- Physiotherapy Project Proposal
- Advanced Sports Physiotherapy Clinics 2
- Applied Clinical Sports Science
- Physiotherapy Project Report
- Sports Rehabilitation Science
Entry requirements
Academic requirements
To be eligible for this course, you must meet the following:
- Hold a recognised four-year bachelor’s degree in physiotherapy or an equivalent qualification.
- Have at least two years of relevant clinical experience.
- Hold current registration as a physiotherapist with the Physiotherapy Board of Australia or be eligible for the appropriate limited registration for postgraduate training in Australia.
- Submit all required supporting documents.
Entry is competitive and places are limited. Applicants are assessed using the published requirements and their complete academic record. Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee an offer.
Supporting documents
Applicants must provide:
- An academic transcript and award certificate.
- A current résumé.
- Two academic or professional referee reports.
- Evidence of current professional registration as a physiotherapist.
- Any additional supplementary information requested by Curtin.
Referee reports are not required for applicants who have completed or are currently completing Curtin’s Graduate Certificate in Clinical Physiotherapy.
Clinical practice requirements
Students must satisfy and maintain requirements relating to:
- Current professional registration.
- Communicable-disease requirements.
- Criminal record screening and clearance.
- Approved first aid certification, including CPR.
- Compulsory clinical and laboratory participation.
- Physical handling activities, including lifting and supporting people with disabilities.
- Peer examination and appropriate disrobing during relevant laboratory classes.
English-language requirements
Applicants must demonstrate English proficiency equivalent to:
- IELTS Academic overall band score of 7.0, with a minimum score of 7.0 in reading, writing, listening and speaking.
- An alternative English-language test or eligible qualification accepted by Curtin, provided you meet the required equivalent scores and conditions.
Contact the university or visit its website for more information.
Recognition of Prior Learning
You may be eligible for recognition of prior learning if you have previously studied or have relevant work experience. This will help reduce the number of units you need to study to finish your course. Contact the university for more information.
Outcomes
Learning outcomes
- Develop and apply advanced physiotherapy clinical skills and competencies relevant to clinical care.
- Reflect and extend on discipline knowledge and contemporary best practice in interprofessional contexts.
- Source, critique and synthesise information to inform advanced physiotherapy practice.
- Communicate articulately, responsibly and respectfully in diverse professional settings.
- Integrate relevant technologies to support contemporary physiotherapy practice.
- Critically reflect on professional capabilities to evolve strategies for lifelong learning.
- Implement, lead and advocate for high-quality physiotherapy to improve patient care and health outcomes.
- Adapt behaviour and communication to create a safe and supportive environment for individuals from culturally, linguistically and gender diverse backgrounds and Indigenous Australians.
- Work autonomously and collaboratively within local and global interprofessional contexts in physiotherapy care.
Fees and FEE-HELP
Indicative annual fee in 2026: $35,198 (Full-fee paying place)
Indicative annual fees are based on your first year of study.
A student’s annual fee may vary by:
- The number of units studied.
- Choice of units.
- Credit from previous study or work experience.
- Eligibility for government-funded loans.
Student fees shown are subject to change. Contact the university directly to confirm.
FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee paying domestic students with the cost of a university course.
