{ "availability": true, "data": { "awardTitle": "Master of Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy", "advertisedTitle": "Master of Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy", "totalCreditPoints": 120, "offerYear": 2027, "studentType": "Domestic", "locationDisplayName": "Melbourne", "deliveryModeCode": "MM", "deliveryModeDescription": "Multi-Modal", "cricosCourseCode": "", "isFlexibleLocation": false, "majors": [], "specialisations": [], "virtualRollover": { "enabled": true, "instance": false, "indicativeFees": true, "startDates": true }, "relatedCourses": { "nestedCourses": {"60":["Graduate Certificate in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy"]} }, "startDates": "LTU Term 1 (January 2027)", "duration": "2 years part-time", "prerequisite": "", "courseDescription": "<p>La Trobe's Master of Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy is a program designed for practising physiotherapists who want to gain advanced clinical skills in the field of musculoskeletal physiotherapy.<\/p><p>Through a blend of online and set residential block learning, you'll learn from leading industry clinical leaders, academic staff and colleagues at one of Australia's longest established physiotherapy schools.<\/p><p>You will also work under the supervision of recognised sports and exercise physiotherapists to gain invaluable clinical practice experience in hospital outpatient departments and private physiotherapy clinics.<\/p><p>This course is delivered part time over two to five years.<\/p><p>You&#39;ll learn:<\/p><ul><li><strong>Fundamentals of musculoskeletal physiotherapy<br \/><\/strong>Learn the knowledge and skills required to apply evidence-based practice in musculoskeletal physiotherapy.<\/li><\/ul><ul><li><strong>Clinical sciences<br \/><\/strong>Develop your understanding of clinical sciences such as pain sciences and human tissue sciences. This is integral to the development of scientifically designed rehabilitation programs.<\/li><\/ul><ul><li><strong>Advanced physiotherapy and clinical skills<br \/><\/strong>Optimise the effectiveness of client centred management through your mastery of physiotherapy, clinical, neuro-musculoskeletal examination and management skills.<\/li><\/ul><ul><li><strong>Clinical reasoning through a case-based paradigm<br \/><\/strong>Hone your clinical reasoning skills through the use of case scenarios. Learn applied clinical anatomy, tissue pathology, patient presentations, and assessment and treatment information.<\/li><\/ul><p class=\"footnote\">The qualification awarded on graduation is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 9 - Masters Degree.<\/p>", "entryReq": { "rse": { "isEligible": true, "ineligibleMsg": "", "admCriAtarStmt": "", "prerequisite": "", "admCriInAddToAtar": "", "selRankAdj": "", "otherAdmOpts": "" }, "higherEd": { "isEligible": true, "ineligibleMsg": "", "prerequisite": "", "admCri": "" }, "vet": { "isEligible": true, "ineligibleMsg": "", "prerequisite": "", "admCri": "" }, "wle": { "isEligible": true, "ineligibleMsg": "", "prerequisite": "", "admCri": "" }, "prerequisite": "<p><span>Successful completion of an Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent).<\/span><\/p><p>At least two years clinical experience in the clinical area of musculoskeletal physiotherapy.<\/p><p>Applicants must have a full current Australian Physiotherapy registration or be eligible for full registration as a physiotherapist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). Evidence must be submitted when applying.<\/p><p>Specialisation - compulsory: Physiotherapy<\/p>", "academicEntReq": "", "essentialRequirementsInherent": "", "engReq": "", "hasEngReqAlt": true }, "vtacCodes": null, "courseStructure": "<section id=\"course-structure\" class=\"sublayout-1\"><div class=\"ds-block\"> <p><b>To qualify for the award of Master of Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy, students must complete a total of 120 credit points across 2 years.<\/b><\/p><\/div><div class=\"ds-block ds-block--full-width course-structure-content\"><div class=\"ds-tabs\"><div class=\"ds-tabs-nav ds-block\" role=\"tablist\"><button class=\"ds-tabs-nav__tab\" role=\"tab\" aria-selected=\"true\" aria-controls=\"tab1\" id=\"tab1trigger\" >Year 1<\/button><button class=\"ds-tabs-nav__tab\" role=\"tab\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-controls=\"tab2\" id=\"tab2trigger\" >Year 2<\/button><\/div><div class=\"ds-content-chunk\" data-bg-color=\"lightest\"><div id=\"tab1\" class=\"ds-block ds-tab-content__body\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"tab1trigger\"> <p class=\"lead\"> Year 1 requires the completion of <b><a class=\"pls-explain\" title=\"A credit point is a unit of measurement to indicate the relative study load of subjects, courses, majors, minors, specialisations and other academic items.<br><br>For example, to be eligible for the award of a standard Bachelor's degree, a student must complete 360 credit points.\">60 credit points<\/a><\/b> including:<\/p> <ul> <li><b>60 credit points<\/b> from Core<\/li><\/ul><\/div><div id=\"tab2\" class=\"ds-block ds-tab-content__body\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"tab2trigger\" hidden=\"hidden\"> <p class=\"lead\"> Year 2 requires the completion of <b><a class=\"pls-explain\" title=\"A credit point is a unit of measurement to indicate the relative study load of subjects, courses, majors, minors, specialisations and other academic items.<br><br>For example, to be eligible for the award of a standard Bachelor's degree, a student must complete 360 credit points.\">60 credit points<\/a><\/b> including:<\/p> <ul> <li><b>60 credit points<\/b> from Core<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ds-block\"><h4>Study options<\/h4><\/div><div class=\"ds-block\"><div class=\"ds-accordion\"> <h5> <button id=\"check-course-struct-1\" class=\"ds-accordion__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"course-struct-1\"> <span class=\"ds-accordion__title\"> Core subjects <\/span> <\/button> <\/h5> <div id=\"course-struct-1\" class=\"ds-accordion__content\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"check-course-struct-1\"> <div class=\"ds-table-wrapper\"> <p> Core subjects are required subjects in your course. You need to complete these subjects to attain your degree. <\/p> <table class=\"ds-table--striped\"> <thead> <tr> <th> Subject name<\/th> <th> Subject code<\/th> <th> Year<\/th> <th> Credit points<\/th> <\/tr> <\/thead> <tbody><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/LTU0AIM\" target=\"_blank\">ACADEMIC INTEGRITY MODULE<\/a><\/td> <td> LTU0AIM<\/td> <td> 1<\/td> <td> 0<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/ABS0WOM\" target=\"_blank\">WOMINJEKA LA TROBE: INDIGENOUS CULTURAL LITERACY FOR HIGHER EDUCATION<\/a><\/td> <td> ABS0WOM<\/td> <td> 1<\/td> <td> 0<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/PTY5027\" target=\"_blank\">ADVANCED PHYSIOTHERAPY FOR THE LOWER BODY<\/a><\/td> <td> PTY5027<\/td> <td> 1<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/PTY5025\" target=\"_blank\">ADVANCED PHYSIOTHERAPY FOR THE UPPER BODY<\/a><\/td> <td> PTY5025<\/td> <td> 1<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/PTY5026\" target=\"_blank\">PATHOPHYSIOLOGY AND PAIN SCIENCE FOR ADVANCED PHYSIOTHERAPY<\/a><\/td> <td> PTY5026<\/td> <td> 1<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/PTY5024\" target=\"_blank\">RESEARCH TO INFORM ADVANCED PHYSIOTHERAPY<\/a><\/td> <td> PTY5024<\/td> <td> 1<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/PTY5029\" target=\"_blank\">ADVANCED MUSCULOSKELETAL PHYSIOTHERAPY <\/a><\/td> <td> PTY5029<\/td> <td> 2<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/PTY5031\" target=\"_blank\">ADVANCED MUSCULOSKELETAL PHYSIOTHERAPY CLINICAL PLACEMENT<\/a><\/td> <td> PTY5031<\/td> <td> 2<\/td> <td> 45<\/td><\/tr> <\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>", "workBasedLearning": "<p><strong><em>Compulsory placements (Work Based Learning)<\/em><\/strong><br \/>During this course, you will participate in one or more supervised Work Based Learning (WBL) placements designed to allow you to practice newly acquired skills, behaviours and knowledge while integrating theory with practice. The placements will immerse you in professional work culture, enabling you to develop and further enhance your skills. WBL provides you with the opportunity to gain valuable industry experience at one or more of our local, interstate or international industry partners or agencies. WBL placements will generally be arranged by the Office of the Provost Placements and WBL Team at La Trobe University. The number of hours undertaken can vary considerably, depending on the requirements of the course. Students may incur additional costs and it may be necessary to travel or relocate to complete a specific placement. Please refer to the individual subject entries for more information.<\/p>", "handbookLinkHtml": "<a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/courses\/2027\/HMMSPC\" target='_blank'>Melbourne<\/a>", "intendedLearningOutcomes": "<ul><li>Deliver client-centred management, integrating advanced biomedical and clinical knowledge with specialised clinical reasoning in musculoskeletal settings.<\/li><li>Critically interpret research and clinical information in formulating expert judgements to guide clinical reasoning, promote patient health and ensure safe return to activity and participation.<\/li><li>Demonstrate autonomy, adaptability, and specialised musculoskeletal skills to demonstrate key professional roles as a practitioner, administrator, scholar, and educator.<\/li><li>Apply advanced communication skills to justify clinical reasoning to promote heath and improve outcomes across client populations, communities, and health organisations.<\/li><li>Investigate, analyse and synthesise an array of information to manage complex clinical presentations in musculoskeletal physiotherapy practice.<\/li><li>Apply advanced clinical reasoning and mastery of musculoskeletal clinical skills while demonstrating ethical, accountable, and culturally responsive care.<\/li><li>Employ technical research skills to critically evaluate evidence and methodologies, to inform research design and implementation that contributes to evidence-based musculoskeletal physiotherapy practice.<\/li><\/ul>", "careerOpportunities": "<p>After graduation, you could work across a range of professional settings including private practice and advanced scope clinics.<\/p><p>Possible roles include:<\/p><ul><li><strong>Musculoskeletal physiotherapist<\/strong><ul><li>Assess, diagnose, prevent, manage and treat a range of musculoskeletal injuries relating to the joints, muscles, bones and nerves.<\/li><li>Assess, diagnose, prevent, manage and treat individuals with a range of conditions through the use of exercise-based rehabilitation.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>", "professionalRecognition": "<p>The Master of Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy is recognised by International Federation of Manual and Musculoskeletal Physical Therapists (IFOMPT) and is an IFOMPT Accredited Educational Program. Graduates of Master of Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy may apply for titled membership within the Australian College of Physiotherapists through the Australian Physiotherapy Association, and IFOMPT. Membership and titling may be subject to additional or ongoing requirements beyond completion of the degree. Please contact the relevant professional body for details.<\/p>", "fees": { "overview": "$42,000 per 120 credit points. <br>Note: 120 credit points represents full-time study for one year.", "showFeeLegislationMsg": false, "amountDescription": "$42,000 per 120 credit points. <br>Note: 120 credit points represents full-time study for one year.", "essentialRequirementsSelection": "<h4>Clinical placements (accommodation and travel costs)<\/h4><p><p>Clinical placements may include regional or interstate travel. Costs of travel, accommodation and meals are the responsibility of the student and cost will vary according to venue.<\/p><\/p><h4>Cost description - other<\/h4><p><p>In addition, you will also incur accommodation, travel costs and food expenses for the one-week university-based blocks for subjects: PTY5025, PTY5027 and PTY5029<\/p><p> <\/p><\/p><h4>First aid\/CPR certificate<\/h4><p><p><span>Applicants will be required to hold a First Aid and\/or CPR certification. The CPR component must be renewed annually. Students will need to arrange their own First Aid\/CPR certificate. Information, costs and registration for training is available through La Trobe University&#39;s preferred provider at <a title=\"First Aid Training\" href=\"https:\/\/www.latrobe.edu.au\/emergency\/planning\/first-aid\" rel=\"nofollow\">First Aid Training<\/a>. <br \/>Applicants may choose to arrange First Aid\/CPR training with another registered provider.<\/span><\/p><\/p><h4>Immunisations<\/h4><p><p><span>A schedule of mandatory immunisations are required, the costs of which may vary depending on previous immunisation history, approximately AUD$250 - AUD$500. Students may be required to visit a medical practitioner to complete and sign an Immunisation and Health Record form. Further information will be provided post enrolment.<\/span><\/p><\/p><h4>National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) worker screening check<\/h4><p><p>Prior to commencing a placement, students may be required to complete a National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) worker screening check. For information please refer to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.service.vic.gov.au\/services\/national-disability-insurance-scheme\" rel=\"nofollow\">Services Victoria<\/a> website. Further information will be provided post enrolment.<\/p><\/p><h4>Police record check<\/h4><p><p>Applicants will be required to hold a valid Police Check which is renewed annually. Students will have access to a reduced fee when applying via a La Trobe University provider. For more information on what a police check entails, refer to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.police.vic.gov.au\/homepage\" rel=\"nofollow\">Victoria Police<\/a> website.<\/p><\/p><h4>Working with Children Check<\/h4><p><p>Applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children Check (WWCC). There is no cost for a volunteer WWCC. For more information and costs refer to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.workingwithchildren.vic.gov.au\" rel=\"nofollow\">Working with Children Check Victoria<\/a> website.<\/p><\/p>", "eligibleForCspLoan": false, "eligibleForErpLoan": false } }, "content": { "atarDistributionReport": null }, "softContent": { "contactCta": { "primaryCta": { "link": "https:\/\/consultation.latrobe.edu.au", "text": "Book a 1:1 consultation" }, "secondaryCta": { "link": "#contact-us", "text": "Contact us" }, "overwriteHeadline": "<h2>Gain advanced clinical skills<\/h2>\r\n<h3 style=\"color: black;\">Applications open in August<\/h3>\r\n<ul><li>Study flexibly through a blend of online and residential block learning.<\/li><li>Learn from clinical leaders and academic staff at one of Australia's longest established physiotherapy schools.<\/li><li>Build clinical experience in hospitals and physiotherapy clinics under the supervision of recognised physiotherapists.<\/li><li>Develop your understanding of clinical sciences such as pain sciences and human tissue sciences, integral to the development of rehabilitation programs.<\/li><\/ul>\r\n", "headline": "<p class=\"h2\">Applications open in August<\/p>", "subheadline": "<p>There's never been a better time to build new skills and follow your passion. 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