RMIT University
Master of Physiotherapy
- Delivery: Face to Face
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 24 months
Transform into a future-ready health professional with the Master of Physiotherapy. Gain hands-on clinical experience, digital health skills and business acumen to tackle complex healthcare challenges and improve lives across the lifespan.
Course overview
The Master of Physiotherapy is a 16-course program that immerses students in simulated and real-world clinical environments to address healthcare challenges in Australian and global contexts, including chronic diseases, disability and individuals with multiple comorbidities across the lifespan.
This physiotherapy degree, based in Bundoora (Melbourne) produces agile, resilient and enterprising health professionals that are informed by evidence.
Students learn therapeutic communication skills, business and enterprise acumen, skills in technology and digital health and knowledge of healthcare across the lifespan to drive innovation for responsible practice and enhance health outcomes.
CSP Subsidised Fees Available
This program has a limited quota of Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP). The indicative CSP price is calculated based on first year fees for EFT. The actual fee may vary if there are choices in electives or majors.
Key facts
What you will study
Complete the following courses:
- Foundations of Physiotherapy Practice
- Applied Sciences in Acute Physiotherapy 1, 2, and 3
- Research and Evidence in Health
- Applied Sciences in Sport and Spinal Physiotherapy
- Health and Wellness in the Community
- Physiotherapy Work Integrated Learning 1 to 4
- Advances in Physiotherapy Research
- Global Health and Sustainable Healthcare
- Business and Entrepreneurship in Health
- Extended Physiotherapy Practice and Career Development
- Lifestyle Medicine and Interprofessional Practice
Entry requirements
Academic requirements
You must have:
- Successfully completed an Australian bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) within the last 10 years with a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.0 out of 4.0 in a Science, Biomedical Science, Exercise Science, Health or other discipline, with a major/minor in human anatomy (including musculoskeletal anatomy) and a major/minor in human physiology.
OR - A relevant degree (as above) with a GPA of at least 1.5 out of 4, will be considered if they have at least 2 years (full-time equivalent) of relevant industry experience (e.g. Exercise Science, Occupational Therapy, Nursing, Allied Health Assistance, Paramedic, Osteopathy, Chiropractic, Chinese Medicine, Psychology, Myotherapy, Naturopathy, Respiratory Scientist, Aged Care, Counselling, Exercise Physiology, Social Work, Dietetics, Speech Pathology).
- Submission of a short video (max 3 mins) outlining motivation for a physiotherapy career, as part of the selection task
- Competitive entry based on GPA and video selection score
English language requirements
You must meet the University's minimum English language requirements to be eligible for a place in this program.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Credit, recognition of prior learning, professional experience and accreditation from a professional body can reduce the duration of your study by acknowledging your earlier, relevant experience.
Credit and exemptions will be assessed in a manner consistent with the principles of the RMIT Credit Policy.
Find out if you might be eligible by contacting the university.
Outcomes
Career outcomes
- Graduates become registered physiotherapists and are eligible for registration with the Physiotherapy Board of Australia.
- Employment in hospitals, clinics, private practices, community and global health settings
- Opportunities for special interest clinical fields, research or industry-related roles
Learning outcomes
Graduates develop clinical reasoning, leadership, hands-on expertise, business acumen, digital health skills and lifelong learning aptitudes aligned with the evolving healthcare sector
Fees and CSP
Indicative fee in 2026: From $4,738 up to $17,399 (Commonwealth Supported Place)
Indicative annual fee in 2026: $48,960 (domestic full-fee paying place)
Additional expenses:
- Student services and amenities fee (SSAF): $365 maximum fee for 2026.
- Other items related to your program include field trips, textbooks and equipment.
The amounts quoted are indicative fees per annum and are based on a standard year of full-time study (96 credit points). A proportionate fee applies for more or less than the full-time study load. Fees are adjusted on an annual basis. These fees should only be used as a guide.
A student’s fee may vary depending on:
- The number of courses studied per term.
- The choice of major or specialisation.
- Choice of courses.
- Credit from previous study or work experience.
- Eligibility for government-funded loans.
Commonwealth Supported Places
The Australian Government allocates a certain number of CSPs to the universities each year, which are then distributed to students based on merit.
If you're a Commonwealth Supported Student (CSS), you'll only need to pay a portion of your tuition fees. This is known as the student contribution amount – the balance once the government subsidy is applied. This means your costs are much lower.
Limited CSP spaces are offered to students enrolled in selected postgraduate courses.
Your student contribution amount is:
- Calculated per unit you're enrolled in.
- Depending on the study areas they relate to.
- Reviewed and adjusted each year.
HECS-HELP loans are available to CSP students to pay the student contribution amount.
FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee-paying domestic students.
