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Turn your curiosity and ambition into reality with a PhD in Physiotherapy. You may want to shape global policy, launch a startup, deliver community impact or contribute new knowledge to the field. Whatever your goal is, we'll bring together all corners of our campus community, global networks, and world-class facilities to support you.
Innovation in physiotherapy practices enhance patient mobility and health outcomes. Supported by leading experts, you’ll have the opportunity to develop your expertise and see it make a difference to the world.
Your research program is tailored to you. You’ll design it with your supervisors and Faculty of Health at the start of your PhD. With access to our networks, facilities and advanced training, you’ll have the opportunity to deepen your speciality.
Under expert mentorship, you’ll study your chosen related research topic over multiple years.
You’ll regularly present your research to a team of experts for assessment. Your final research thesis or practice-led research project (such as a policy proposal or portfolio of work) will be examined for how you have uniquely contributed to your chosen field.
Applicants must have completed a UTS recognised master's by research or bachelor honours degree with first class or second class / division 1 honours, or an equivalent or higher qualification, or submitted other evidence of general and professional qualifications that demonstrates potential to pursue graduate research studies.
Selection criteria also include: research potential, research experience, quality of the research proposal, alignment with the UTS Research Strategy and the strategic goals of the field of specialisation, and the Faculty's ability to offer appropriate supervision in the applicant's chosen field.
Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.
English language requirements
IELTS Academic: overall 7.0, writing 7.0 TOEFL iBT: overall 94, writing 27 Pearson PTE: overall 65, writing 65 Cambridge C1A/C2P: overall 185, writing 185