University of Queensland
Master of Physiotherapy
- Delivery: Face to Face
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 24 months
Advance your physiotherapy career with flexible, specialist training in musculoskeletal or sports physiotherapy. Guided by leading experts and built for real-world impact.
Course overview
Take your career in physiotherapy to the next level with our Master of Physiotherapy. Specialise in musculoskeletal physiotherapy or sports physiotherapy or extend your study to obtain qualifications in both.
This program is designed for physiotherapists wanting to gain advanced skills in musculoskeletal physiotherapy or sports physiotherapy and is delivered by world-renowned educators, researchers and clinicians.
Through the program, you’ll deepen your understanding of evidence-based practice, differential diagnosis and management of musculoskeletal and sports injuries and conditions, exercise prescription and programming. You’ll take your clinical reasoning skills to the next level to advance your clinical effectiveness, improve patient outcomes and boost career opportunities.
You'll develop your knowledge through advanced coursework, research and clinical placement under the mentoring and supervision of dedicated titled and specialist clinical educators who will help you consolidate your learning with real-time peer review and feedback.
This program has been designed to be flexible, allowing you to learn around your commitments. You can choose how many courses you take each semester and how they are ordered. The courses involve a mix of on-campus intensives and online learning.
By taking an additional four courses, you can obtain a second master’s degree in the alternate field of study.
This program fulfils the requirements to become a Titled Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist and/or Titled Sports and Exercise Physiotherapist.
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
Students must complete 16 units.
Mphty Core Courses
Complete one Field of Study from the following:
- Pain and clinical science in musculoskeletal and sports and exercise physiotherapy
- Clinical skills in musculoskeletal, sports and exercise physiotherapy
- Exercise-based rehabilitation, strength and conditioning in musculoskeletal, sports and exercise physiotherapy
- Research in musculoskeletal, sports and exercise physiotherapy
Electives
Complete one Field of Study from the following:
- Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy
- Sports and Exercise Physiotherapy
Visit the University of Queensland's website for the complete breakdown of each Field of Study.
Entry Requirements
To be eligible for entry, you'll need:
- A bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in physiotherapy
- Plus 2 years full-time equivalent, relevant professional experience and evidence of continuing professional education or
- Equivalent qualifications and experience.
You must have a grade point average (GPA) of 4.0 on a 7-point scale in your previous qualification. Entry is competitive based on GPA and with a limited intake. Applicants who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander who meet the minimum entry requirements for this program will be offered an interview. On admission to the program, you will need to provide evidence of your Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander status.
Please see 'Additional application information' below for further details on entry requirements.
Outcomes
Career Outcomes
Postgraduate study can take you anywhere. Depending on which field you choose, here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:
- Musculoskeletal physiotherapist
- Sports Physiotherapist
- Health Services Manager
- Clinical Scientist
- Advanced Practice Physiotherapist
Fees and CSP
Indicative annual fee in 2025: $4,658 (domestic paying price)
The Indicative annual fee is based on your approximate yearly cost of tuition.
A student’s annual fee may vary in accordance with:
- The number of units studied.
- Choice of courses.
- 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.
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 course 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.
