Course overview
Examine theories and practical techniques across continence and pelvic health, musculoskeletal physiotherapy or sports physiotherapy.
This course allows qualified physiotherapists to specialise in one of the following:
The Master of Clinical Physiotherapy has an earlier application deadline. Please visit the application deadlines page for further information.
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Course structure
What you’ll learn
Selecting from a range of specialised higher-level units, you will study clinical management, examining the theories and techniques of physiotherapy practice. You will also study models of service delivery, current developments in physiotherapy care, promotion of health and prevention of disease and dysfunction in the client group.
Clinical practice is a significant component of this course. During your placement you will detail a variety of case histories and evaluate each as a reflective practitioner.
Participation is obligatory in laboratory classes which require appropriate disrobing when acting as clients in the peer group, and physically manipulating patients including lifting and supporting people with disabilities.
Please note:
- The Master of Clinical Physiotherapy has an earlier application deadline. Please visit the application deadlines page for further information.
- This course is only available for semester 1 intake for new students. There is an additional intake (extended delivery period 2A) for returning students who want to do an additional specialisation. Returning students can only select either Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy or Sport Physiotherapy.
- It is possible to exit this course with a Graduate Certificate in Clinical Physiotherapy once you have completed certain units.
Detailed course structure and unit information
For detailed information and course structure, visit our Handbook.
Entry requirements
A bachelor degree in physiotherapy or equivalent, plus at least two years of relevant clinical experience.
You must be a registered physiotherapist with the Physiotherapy Board of Australia, or be eligible for limited registration for postgraduate training in Australia.
You will need to provide evidence of your successful completion of an approved course in first aid (CPR).
You will also be required to provide supplementary information with your application.
Ranking and Selection Process
Entry to this course is competitive, with limited places available. Offers will be made on a continuous basis until the course is full. Please submit your application and documentation as soon as possible.
Please note:
- Applicants will be ranked and selected based on published entry requirements and entire academic record.
- Applicants must provide all required documents and be assessed as eligible to be included in the ranking for an offer.
- Meeting the minimum entry requirements and course specific prerequisites, does not guarantee selection.
- Applicants with outstanding results will only be considered for an offer upon submission of the results.
- Eligible applicants will remain in the ranking pool until the conclusion of all offer rounds.
- In the event the course reaches capacity the University reserves the right to close the application process.
Course-specific requirements
You’ll also need to meet any specific requirements to be eligible to apply for this course.
Study credit and support
You may be able to receive credit for recognised learning (CRL) from past study or professional experience, which could reduce the time it takes to finish your course.
Find specific details about CRL for this course on the Handbook.
Additional information
Application Requirements
Please refer to our application requirements before applying for this Curtin course.
Notes about this course
Make sure you check the course notes for any other important information.
Fees
2026 Domestic indicative fees
Domestic fee-paying first-year fee
$35,198*
Important information about fees
- *Fees are indicative only
- First year fees are based on a first-year full-time study load of 200 credit points. Your fees will vary depending on the units you choose.
- This indicative fee does not include other fees like administrative and incidental fees (such as lab coats or art supplies) or the cost of your textbooks. Visit other fees and charges for more information.
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| Intake | Applications open | Applications close |
|---|---|---|
| Extended Delivery Period 2A, 2026 | Applications now open | 8 Jun 2026 |
| Semester 1, 2026 | 21 Apr 2025 | Applications now closed |
| Extended Delivery Period 2A, 2027 | 22 Jan 2027 | 7 Jun 2027 |
| Semester 1, 2027 | Applications now open | 21 Jan 2027 |
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