UOC Foundation or equivalent
Foundation
Minimum GPA of 2.33 in two (2) of
the following subjects;
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Physics / Mathematics
Duration
Full-time: 4 years
Programme Level
Bachelor
Awarding Institution
University of Cyberjaya Main Campus
Available to International and Domestic students.
(R/726/6/0041) 12/25 (MQA/FA2500)
Overview
Is Degree in Physiotherapy for You?
Are you interested to help people affected by injury, illness or disability through movement and exercise, manual therapy, education and advice? Learn more about our Bachelor in Physiotherapy (Hons) programme today!
UoC’s Physiotherapy degree programme aims to reflect current practice with research evidence and enhancing students’ knowledge, skills and professionalism.
Besides gaining comprehensive theoretical knowledge, students can expect to get hands-on to earn practical skills in our skill lab.
As an integral part of your development, participate in community rehabilitation, health education programmes, and health carnivals led by the Student Physiotherapy Association, celebrating events like World Physiotherapy Day in conjunction with the World Confederation for Physical Therapy (WCPT).
Career Impact
Career Prospect
With our Physiotherapy degree, graduates are set to seek a career such as:
- Physiotherapist
- Consultant
- Researcher
- Physiotherapy administrator
- Educator
- Entrepreneur
- Clinical Instructor
Career Organisation
Your expertise will be valuable in:
- Occupational health and safety advisor for physical conditions
- Community health centers
- Nursing homes
- Home health agencies
- Corporate or industrial health centers
- Special schools
- Rehabilitation centers
- NGOs’
- Sports centers/clubs/clinics/teams
- Research centers
- Ergonomic centers
Course Structure
Course Description
Our Bachelor in Physiotherapy degree programme is a 4-year full time course that provides you with knowledge in kinesiology and exercise therapy in order to apply physiotherapy skills in musculoskeletal, cardiorespiratory and neurological conditions. Students will be equipped with physiotherapy skills for specialty areas such as geriatrics, Pediatrics, sports and women’s health.
Besides taking courses on campus, students of our Physiotherapy degree programme can expect to be placed in hospitals and clinics to apply their skills in real-world scenarios.
Year 1
- Anatomy I & II
- Physiology I & II
- Introduction to Physiotherapy
- Introduction to Medicine
- Professional Development & Practice
- Biomechanics
- General Pathology
- Introduction to Health Psychology
- Falsafah & Isu Semasa
- Penghayatan & Etika Peradaban
- Public Speaking & Presentation
- Affective Domain
- Entrepreneurship
- Young Mercy
- English for Special Purpose II
Year 2
- Kinesiology I & II
- Therapeutic Exercise I & II
- Pharmacology for Physiotherapy
- Electrotherapeutic Modalities I & II
- Clinical Reasoning & EBP
- Community Rehabilitation
- Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy I
- Cardiopulmonary Physiotherapy I
- Clinical Placement I
- Co-curricular
Year 3
- Introduction to Biostatistics
- Neurological Physiotherapy I
- Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy II
- Cardiopulmonary Physiotherapy II
- Introduction to Neuroscience
- Research Methodology
- Neurological Physiotherapy II
- Pediatrics Physiotherapy
- Physiotherapy Management for Geriatrics
- Clinical Placement II & III
Year 4
- Physiotherapy in Women’s Health
- Sport Rehabilitation
- Spinal Care & Rehabilitation
- Physiotherapy in Intensive Care
- Research Project
- Clinical Placement IV, V & VI
The Experience
Who is teaching?
Students are taught by experienced doctors, teachers, lecturers, researchers and clinicians employed by UoC.
The programme employs the following methods of teaching:
- Lectures and tutorials
- Written assessments
- Laboratory experiment sessions
- Hospital / clinical attachment
- Industrial training
On Campus Learning
Classes are held at Cyberjaya Campus with our state-of-the-art facilities.
Virtual Tour of University Cyberjaya CampusOff Campus Learning
Learning will also take place in real-world scenario where students are posted at the hospitals, clinics and sometimes industry settings.
Solve World Challenges
Our Allied Health Sciences faculty focuses on highlighting programmes that are necessary in the broader context of the health and medicine sectors.
These include accredited programmes that are directly assisting and supporting our healthcare industry. Our academicians are experts in their respective fields with years of hands-on experience enabling them to guide students with theoretical knowledge as well as real-world application and experience.
We have a collective goal to produce members of society who are not only competent in their respective fields but also respect others irrespective of race, religion, and creed. By fostering critical thinking, communication skills, inclusiveness, and empathy, we're preparing future leaders poised to make significant contributions to global healthcare and society.
Entry Requirement
Qualification
Requirement
STPM
STPM
Pass with minimum GPA of 2.33 in two (2) of the following subjects;
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Physics / Mathematics
A-Level
A-Level
Pass with minimum Grade D in
two (2) of the following subjects;
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Physics / Mathematics
UEC
Certificate
Pass with minimum Grade B in five (5) subjects, including any TWO of the following subjects:
- Biology
- Physics / Mathematics
- Chemistry
Diploma in a related field
Diploma
Minimum CGPA 2.75 or pass with CGPA less than 2.75 with 3 years working experience in a related field
For International Students Only
TOEFL score of 550 or IELTS score of 5.5 or equivalent
Prerequisites
Requirement
Certificate
Malaysian Students: MUET Band 3
How to Apply
Applications can be made using our Online Registration System.
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