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Physiotherapy Chiropractic Osteopathy Myotherapy Victorian Uni Courses, 2022 Weekly Career News CCW
This document has been developed to assist domestic high school students and their families in Indicative ATARs
researching physiotherapy, chiropractic, osteopathy and myotherapy courses in Victoria.
Please use entry requirements and
indicative ATARs listed in this
Indicative ATAR = the lowest selection rank (ATAR plus adjustment factors such as document as a guide only and
academic and equity adjustments) for the 2021 January intake. check university websites for
updates.
English prerequisite: EAL = English as an Additional Language. ‘Any other English’
includes English, English Language and Literature. Disclaimer
Undergraduate: this is usually your first course at university. For example - Bachelor Universities featured in this guide
degree. reserve the right to change course
information, admissions and entry
Graduate: this is study you do once you have graduated from a Bachelor degree. For requirements at any time and
example – Honours, Graduate Diploma, Master degree. without notice.
For up-to-date information, check
Written by Sandie McKoy, March 2021 the university websites when
Catholic College Wodonga, sandie.mckoy@ccw.vic.edu.au assessing course information.
PHYSIOTHERAPY
University Course Campus Indicative ATAR
Charles Sturt University Bachelor of Physiotherapy Albury-Wodonga 80
Australian Catholic University Bachelor of Physiotherapy Ballarat 92.05
La Trobe University Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours) Bendigo 94.95
Melbourne 96.20
Master of Physiotherapy Practice Bendigo & Melbourne Graduate entry
Federation University Bachelor of Physiotherapy Gippsland 65.20
Victoria University Bachelor of Applied Movement Sciences / Master of Footscray Park 93.05
Physiotherapy
The University of Melbourne Doctor of Physiotherapy Parkville Graduate entry
Swinburne University Master of Physiotherapy Hawthorn Graduate entry
CHIROPRACTIC
University Course Campus Indicative ATAR
RMIT University Bachelor of Health Sciences / Bachelor of Applied Bundoora 60.90
Science (Chiropractic)
OSTEOPATHY
University Course Campus Indicative ATAR
RMIT University Bachelor of Health Sciences / Bachelor of Applied Bundoora 60.60
Science (Osteopathy)
Victoria University Bachelor of Science (Osteopathy) City Flinders 60.65
MYOTHERAPY
University Course Campus Indicative ATAR
Endeavour College of Natural Bachelor of Health Science (Myotherapy) Melbourne N/A
Therapy
Southern School of Natural Bachelor of Health Science (Clinical Myotherapy) Melbourne N/A
Therapies
physiotherapy
Physiotherapists assess, treat
and prevent disorders in human
movement caused by injury or
disease.
Australian Physiotherapy
Association,
https://australian.physio/
The number of people working as
physiotherapists is expected to
grow strongly over the next 5
years, https://joboutlook.gov.au/
Note: Monash University has
requested to not be in this
document.
CHARLES STURT Industry experience Pathway options
CHARLES STURT
UNIVERSITY
UNIVERSITY On successful completion of the first year
You’ll gain hands-on experience through
extensive workplace learning, making you of either of the courses listed below, it is
www.csu.edu.au possible to transfer to the Bachelor of
job-ready when you graduate.
Physiotherapy, subject to approval based
Bachelor of Physiotherapy You’ll work with clients of all ages from on academic merit.
diverse backgrounds.
The School of Community Health works Bachelor of Health and Rehabilitation
in partnership with communities to Science
Overseas experience
provide allied health education and Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science
research.
You may have the opportunity to work at
an orphanage in Vietnam in your fourth Professional accreditation
Onsite facilities year of study.
The Bachelor of Physiotherapy is
Facilities designed to simulate clinical accredited by the Australian
Graduate with Honours
environments found in real workplaces Physiotherapy Council.
include a musculoskeletal clinic, hospital
High-achieving Bachelor of Physiotherapy
ward, rehabilitation gym, movement Admission pathways
students can undertake honours in their
laboratory, on campus clinics, skills
third and fourth years, providing they
laboratories and simulation facilities set Includes information on early entry
meet admission requirements.
you apart from the rest. programs, https://bit.ly/2UoUIAb
Course Assumed knowledge Campus Minimum ATAR
Bachelor of Physiotherapy Assumed knowledge: Biology, Mathematics, Physics. Albury-Wodonga 80.00
Recommended studies: Chemistry. Orange 80.00
Port Macquarie 80.00
AUSTRALIAN CATHOLIC
AUSTRALIAN CATHOLIC Industry experience Professional accreditation
UNIVERSITY
UNIVERSITY
Students will undertake clinical Eligible graduates can apply for
placements in which they will be registration with the Australian Health
www.acu.edu.au supervised by a clinical educator. Clinical Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
placements allow students to use their and membership of the Australian
Bachelor of Physiotherapy knowledge of practical skills and apply Physiotherapy Association. This course is
them to the everyday needs of individuals accredited by the Australian
The Bachelor of Physiotherapy is for those in hospitals, private practice, aged care Physiotherapy Council.
who want to prevent injury and disability in facilities and rehabilitation units.
others as well as rehabilitate those already Admission pathways
injured. As part of your course, you will be placed
in a range of organisations to integrate Includes information on the Community
You will learn how to identify, assess, and the theory you learn with practical Achievers Program (early early)
treat conditions such as musculoskeletal, workplace experiences (placements) https://bit.ly/39y07e6
cardiorespiratory, and neurological.
Honours program
As a graduate, you will be a skilled
physiotherapist who can work with
High-achieving Bachelor of Physiotherapy
everyone from children to the elderly, as
students can undertake honours in their
well as deal with gender-specific issues.
third and fourth years, providing they
meet admission requirements.
Course Prerequisites Campus Indicative ATAR
Bachelor of Physiotherapy Minimum study scores of: 30 in English (EAL) or 25 in Ballarat 92.05
any other English; and 25 in one of Biology, Chemistry
or Physics.
LA TROBE
TROBE UNIVERSITY Research opportunities Postgraduate entry
LA UNIVERSITY
Access the La Trobe Sport and Exercise Master of Physiotherapy Practice
www.latrobe.edu.au Medicine Research Centre: a world-
leading centre for sport and exercise This course is for students who already
Undergraduate entry medicine research at the Melbourne have a Bachelor degree and will take 18-
campus. months of full-time study to complete.
Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours) Suggested pathway course at La Trobe is
the Bachelor of Exercise Science,
Industry experience
Become a fully-qualified physiotherapist. https://bit.ly/2XVh3Jn
Learn from industry leaders and world-
Undertake work placements in leading
class researchers. Apply theory and build Professional Accreditation
hospitals and private practices such as
on your practical skills with our 18-month
The Alfred, Northern Health, Royal
clinical program where you’ll be The graduate course is accredited by the
Melbourne Hospital, Bendigo Health,
supported to transition to independent Australian Physiotherapy Council. As the
Olympic Park Sports Medicine or Back in
practice. undergraduate course is new in 2021, it
Motion.
isn’t accredited yet.
You’ll gain quality hands-on experience
with placements at leading hospitals and
Overseas experience
Admission pathways
private practices. In your Honours year,
choose between research or industry- Take advantage of opportunities for
overseas placements in countries Includes information on the following
based project work to solve real
including Vietnam, Cambodia, Denmark programs – Aspire, Achieve Plus and
problems relating to health and physical
and Italy. Regional Benefits Program,
performance.
https://bit.ly/2UPULoZ
Course Prerequisites Campus Indicative ATAR
Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours) Minimum study scores of: 30 in English (EAL) or 25 in Bendigo 94.95
any other English, and 25 in two of: Biology, Chemistry, Melbourne 96.20
Physical Education, Physics, or any Mathematics.
Master of Physiotherapy Practice Detailed information on selection criteria, Bendigo & Melbourne Graduate entry
https://bit.ly/2QJNYMs
FEDERATION UNIVERSITY Career opportunities Bachelor of Physiotherapy
THE UNIVERSITY OF
(Honours)
https://federation.edu.au/ Physiotherapists are employed in public
and private hospitals, medical High achieving students wanting to
rehabilitation centres, community health pursue research can move into the
Bachelor of Physiotherapy
centres, home care services, aged care Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours) after
facilities, psychiatric clinics, hostels and second year.
Physiotherapists are qualified health
hospitals, vocational rehabilitation
professionals who are skilled in a number
centres, schools and educational
of areas, including the assessment, Professional accreditation
facilities, independent living/respite
diagnosis and rehabilitation of acute and
centres, private practice and elite local
chronic muscloskeletal, neurological and This program is accredited by the
level sporting clubs.
cardiovascular disease. Australian Physiotherapy Council.
Physiotherapists work with people across
You will engage in hands on, practical Graduates will be eligible to apply for
their lifespan, in injury prevention and
sessions from your first year of study, and professional registration with the
management.
support your theoretical understanding of Physiotherapy Board of Australia through
the human body through lectures, group the Australian Health Practitioner
sessions and online supported learning.
Clinical experience Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
You will gain knowledge and skills in a Throughout your degree, you will
range of areas including anatomy, manual undertake extensive clinical placements
therapy, pharmacology, physiology, of at least 1094 hours.
radiology, sociology, pathology &
kinesiology.
Course Prerequisites Campus Lowest 2021
ATAR
Bachelor of Physiotherapy Minimum study score of 25 in any English. Units 1 to 4: Gippsland - Churchill 65.20
satisfactory completion in one of Biology, Chemistry, Health and
Human Development, Physical Education or Physics
VICTORIA UNIVERSITY Industry experience Graduate opportunities
SWINBURNE UNIVERSITY
You'll complete supervised professional You may work as part of a
www.vu.edu.au
practice (work-integrated learning) in a multidisciplinary team in a variety of
range of settings, including: settings, including:
Bachelor of Applied Movement
Sciences / Master of Physiotherapy
• elite sports • hospitals
• private practice • aged and community care
Become a physiotherapist and use
• acute care and rehabilitation clinics • centres for people with physical
rehabilitation, injury prevention and
• aged care disabilities
exercise to improve people's quality of life,
• community care. • rehabilitation centres
with the Bachelor of Applied Movement
• private practice
Science/Master of Physiotherapy from
Professional accreditation • elite and community sports
Victoria University.
• health research and health
promotion
Our 4.5-year dual degree will prepare you The Master of Physiotherapy
is accredited by the Australian • paediatrics
for real-world, contemporary
Physiotherapy Council. Successful • women’s and men’s health
physiotherapy practice. You will learn how
to restore, maintain and enhance people's graduates are eligible for membership of
mobility, function and health – regardless the Physiotherapy Board of Australia Admission pathways
of their age or physical ability. enabling them to practise in Australia.
Visit, https://bit.ly/3nEuFlO
Course Prerequisites Campus Indicative ATAR
Bachelor of Applied Movement Minimum study score of 30 in English (EAL) or 25 in any Footscray Park 93.05
Sciences / Master of Physiotherapy other English; and at least 25 in one of the following
subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematical
Methods (any) or Specialist Mathematics.
THE
THE UNIVERSITY OF
UNIVERSITY OF Undergraduate study Professional accreditation
MELBOURNE
MELBOURNE
First you will complete a Bachelor of Physiotherapy Board of Australia.
https://bit.ly/3bmxouv Biomedicine or a Bachelor of Science.
You will need to complete studies in Guaranteed entry
The University offers an accredited physiology and anatomy to gain
Physiotherapy qualification at the comprehensive knowledge of the human Applicants can secure guaranteed entry
graduate level. The following is a body. into the Doctor of Physiotherapy via
suggested study pathway at The acceptance into one of the following
University. Graduate study programs:
Undergraduate Following your undergraduate degree you Graduate Degree Package – Bachelor
will complete the three-year Doctor of of Science or Bachelor of Biomedicine /
Complete the Bachelor of Science or Physiotherapy. This is a comprehensive, Doctor of Physiotherapy.
Bachelor of Biomedicine (3-years). integrated course in the theory and
practice of physiotherapy to assess,
Melbourne Chancellor’s Scholars –
diagnose and treat disorders of human
Bachelor of Science (Chancellor’s
movement. Scholars) or Bachelor of Biomedicine
Graduate
(Chancellor’s Scholars).
You will complete intensive clinical
Complete the Doctor of
training in the largest major metropolitan For information, visit
Physiotherapy (3-years).
teaching hospitals, primary care, rural and
https://bit.ly/3bnee7H
international settings.
Course Prerequisites Campus Minimum ATAR
Bachelor of Science Minimum study scores of: 30 in English (EAL) or 25 in any other English; Parkville 85
25 in Mathematical Methods or Specialist Mathematics; and 25 in one of
Biology, Chemistry or Physics.
OR: Minimum study scores of: 30 in English (EAL) or 25 in any other
English; 25 in Mathematical Methods AND Specialist Mathematics.
Bachelor of Biomedicine Minimum study scores of: 30 in English (EAL) or 25 in any other English; Parkville 92
25 in Chemistry; 25 in Mathematical Methods or Specialist Mathematics.
Doctor of Physiotherapy Detailed information on selection criteria, https://bit.ly/2wADqZ9 Parkville Graduate entry
SWINBURNE UNIVERSITY practice placements and a work
SWINBURNE UNIVERSITY Undergraduate study
immersive program within a community
www.swinburne.edu.au First you will complete the Bachelor of setting.
Exercise and Sport Science. This course
The University offers an accredited has qualifying accreditation status with You’ll also undertake units in digital health
Physiotherapy qualification at the graduate Exercise Sport Science Australia. and technology, business, leadership,
level. The following is a suggested study and enterprise that will build your capacity
pathway at The University. Graduate study for work readiness and empower you to
drive innovation in the field.
Following your undergraduate degree you
Undergraduate
will complete the two-year Master of Professional Accreditation
Physiotherapy.
Complete the Bachelor of Exercise
and Sport Science (3-years). The Master of Physiotherapy program is
You’ll be equipped with the skills and an accredited and approved program by
knowledge as informed by current and the Australian Physiotherapy Council and
emerging evidence to become a is endorsed by the Australian
Graduate confident, resilient and enterprising Physiotherapy Board.
physiotherapist.
Complete the Master of Admission pathways
Physiotherapy (2-years). You’ll gain an authentic experience of
working in clinical environments and
Visit, https://bit.ly/2VOt8Nz
health care systems through four clinic
Course Prerequisites Campus Guaranteed ATAR
Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Minimum study scores of: 30 in English (EAL) or 25 in any other Hawthorn 60.00
Science English; and 20 in any mathematics.
Master of Physiotherapy Detailed information on selection criteria, https://bit.ly/39pCuEm Hawthorn Graduate entry
chiropractic
Chiropractic is a drug free,
surgery free system of healthcare
primarily for the musculoskeletal
systems (bones, joints, muscles
and ligaments) and some of the
neurological system (nerves and
the spinal cord).
Chiropractic Australia,
https://bit.ly/33RaAzN
The number of people working as
Chiropractors is expected to
grow strongly over the next 5
years, https://joboutlook.gov.au/
Anatomy, physiology and pathology are socially or financially disadvantaged
RMIT UNIVERSITY
RMIT UNIVERSITY through RMIT’s partnership with Sacred
courses underpin the clinical science
studies of physical examination, Heart Mission, Hands on Health Australia,
www.rmit.edu.au and the Wellington Community Centre.
differential diagnosis for the chiropractor
and clinical practicum.
Chiropractors are primary contact
Professional accreditation
practitioners focusing on the diagnosis, You will begin work-integrated learning
treatment and prevention of mechanical immediately, culminating in your fourth This program is accredited by the Council
disorders of the musculoskeletal system. year when you will perform patient-care on Chiropractic Education Australasia for
duties with supervision from a registered the Chiropractic Board of Australia.
Chiropractic emphasises the relationship practitioner.
between the musculoskeletal system and
general health. Career outcomes
Clinical experience
It promotes self-help measures and Chiropractors are usually employed in
At the RMIT Health Sciences Clinic at
health promotion in the management of private practice as sole practitioners or in
University Hill, Bundoora, fourth- and fifth-
musculoskeletal disorders. a group practice environment.
year students, under the supervision of
Increasingly, chiropractors share offices
registered chiropractors, treat patients
You will examine how such disorders with other healthcare practitioners in a
using a wide variety of management
affect biomechanics, the nervous system multidisciplinary environment.
approaches.
and health in general. The focus is on
manual treatments such as spinal
You’ll also have the opportunity to
adjustments and other joint and soft-
provide chiropractic care to people who
tissue manipulation.
Course Prerequisites Campus Indicative ATAR
Bachelor of Health Sciences / Bachelor of Minimum study score of 30 in English (EAL) or 25 in any Bundoora 60.90
Applied Science (Chiropractic) other English.osteopathy
Osteopaths focus on your neuro-
musculoskeletal system - the
bones, muscles, nerves and
other tissues that support your
body and control its movements.
They know how parts of your
body should work together and
the impact if they do not.
Osteopathy Australia,
www.osteopathy.org.au
The number of people working as
Osteopaths is expected to grow
strongly over the next 5 years,
https://joboutlook.gov.au/
VICTORIA UNIVERSITY Professional Accreditation
VICTORIA UNIVERSITY Osteopathic treatments include: soft-
tissue techniques, joint manipulation, joint
mobilisation, exercise rehabilitation, and This course is accredited by the
www.vu.edu.au general healthcare advice. Australasian Osteopathic Accreditation
Council. You can gain the following
To become a qualified osteopath, you will You’ll gain work experience through registrations and memberships:
complete the following study pathway at extensive clinical practice. This perfect
Victoria University. mix of scientific study and hands-on • registration with the Osteopathy
practice will have you confident and job- Board of Australia
ready following our masters. • registration as an osteopath in all
Undergraduate other Australian states and in New
VU's hands-on learning approach and Zealand
Complete the Bachelor of Science • membership with Osteopathy
extensive clinical placements are held in
(Osteopathy) (3-years). Australia.
high regard by industry.
Treating patients at our Osteopathy Clinical experience
Graduate Clinics at City Flinders and Werribee
campuses, as well as external community Our osteopathy teaching clinic operates
Complete the Master of Health clinical engagements, ensures you have a 47 weeks of the year. As part of our
Science (Osteopathy (1.5-years). diverse clinical experience. Master of Health Science (Osteopathy)
program, you’ll attend clinical sessions on
a rotational basis. You’ll gain real-world
experience working with paying patients.
Course Prerequisites Campus Indicative ATAR
Bachelor of Science (Osteopathy) Minimum study scores of 25 in English (EAL) or 20 in City Flinders 60.65
any other English; 20 in one of Biology, Chemistry,
Physics or any Mathematics.RMIT UNIVERSITY
RMIT UNIVERSITY You will be trained in musculoskeletal Clinical experience
diagnosis, clinical procedures in
performing conventional medical tests, You will begin work-integrated learning in
www.rmit.edu.au
physical examination techniques, and first year, with clinical observations in the
motion testing in order to assist in RMIT Health Sciences Clinic.
Bachelor of Health Sciences / diagnosis of a patient’s condition.
Bachelor of Applied Science In the final two years, you will conduct
(Osteopathy) Osteopaths make treatment decisions safe, skilled evaluation, diagnosis, and
that depend on the patient as well as their management of a wide-range of
Osteopathy is a form of manual therapy condition. They might give advice on musculoskeletal complaints under the
that focuses on the musculoskeletal posture, exercise, lifting procedures, supervision of qualified and nationally
system and related disorders. RMIT’s nutrition and other areas. registered osteopaths, over a period of
osteopathy degree was the first of its kind 38 weeks per year.
in Australia.
Professional accreditation
There is also an opportunity to complete
Osteopaths are trained in diagnosis, a work placement in an Australian
This course is accredited by the
management, and treatment of osteopathic clinic.
Australasian Osteopathic Accreditation
musculoskeletal pain disorders. They
Council.
combine conventional medical testing
procedures and skills of palpation and
motion testing to inform their clinical
rationale for treating a patient's condition.
Course Prerequisites Campus Indicative ATAR
Bachelor of Health Sciences / Bachelor of Minimum study score of 30 in English (EAL) or 25 in any Bundoora 60.60
Applied Science (Osteopathy) other English.Myotherapy
Myotherapy is a client-centred
healthcare profession focusing on
the assessment, treatment and
management of the whole
person, applying a range of
modalities and evidence-informed
knowledge to support client
outcomes
Myotherapy Australia,
www.myotherapy.org.au
ENDEAVOUR COLLEGE practical skills such as myofascial release, You will develop and hone your skills to
OFTROBE
LA NATURAL THERAPY
UNIVERSITY dry needling, joint mobilisation and trigger run or work within a successful clinic,
point therapy. Sports injury management, including patient assessment &
nutrition and exercise therapy and management, patient recruitment &
www.endeavour.edu.au rehabilitation also add a broader scope to continuity of care, customer service and
learning and career outcomes. dispensary management.
Bachelor of Health Science
(Myotherapy) Myotherapists can practice independently Professional Memberships
or within a multi-disciplinary setting and
Myotherapy is a branch of manual are able to confidently treat a wide range Graduates may apply for membership
medicine that focuses on the treatment of clients within their scope of practice with the following professional
and management of musculoskeletal pain without referral. associations:
and dysfunction.
Practitioners may choose to work with Australian Natural Therapists Association
Myotherapy involves an extensive specialised groups such as athletes and Massage and Myotherapy Australia
physical evaluation and an integrated sporting teams, pre and postnatal care, Myotherapy Australia
therapeutic approach in the treatment of aged care, rehabilitation and palliative Australian Traditional Medicine Australia
affected muscles, joints and nerves. care.
Students gain an in depth understanding
of human biology, musculoskeletal
Industry experience
anatomy and function.
As you progress through your Bachelor of
Through extensive practical classes and
Health Science (Myotherapy), you will
clinical experience, students learn to
gain significant clinical experience at
conduct testing and physical
Endeavour College's on-campus teaching
assessments and apply a variety of
clinics under supervision of academics.
Course Prerequisites Campus Indicative ATAR
Bachelor of Health Science (Myotherapy) .
Completion of Year 12 Melbourne ATAR score not requiredSOUTHERNSTURT
SCHOOL OF This three-year degree is approved by Industry Experience
CHARLES TEQSA (Tertiary Education Quality and
NATURAL THERAPIES Standards Agency) the National
Students will gain hands on experience
Australian accreditation body.
at The Practice Wellbeing Clinic under the
www.think.edu.au guidance of experienced practitioners in a
Students will gain theoretical knowledge
clinical setting treating public patients.
Bachelor of Health Science (Clinical in the biomedical and clinical sciences
This prepares graduates to confidently
Myotherapy) combined with a proficiency in clinical
and successfully commence practice in
reasoning and the dexterity to utilise
the community.
This course is delivered through Think specific manual skills.
Education.
Our Bachelor of Health Science (Clinical Professional Memberships
Clinical myotherapy is a system of health Myotherapy) degree is:
care focusing on assessment, treatment Graduates may apply for membership
and management of musculoskeletal The longest established degree course of with the following professional
pain. its type in Australia (AQF level 7) associations:
Musculoskeletal pain can be divided into Nationally recognised Massage and Myotherapy Australia
three categories: Myotherapy Australia
Government accredited (FEE-HELP
• myofascial pain arising from trauma approved)
or muscle contracture
• neuropathic pain deriving from the
nervous system; and
• articular pain that originates from the
joints.
Course Prerequisites Campus Indicative ATAR
Bachelor of Health Science (Myotherapy) Completion of Year 12 Melbourne ATAR score not requiredYou can also read
