Department of Physiotherapy, Podiatry, Prosthetics and Orthotics

We are helping to optimise the health workforce, transform practice and enhance health and wellbeing for all.

Our courses prepare students for safe and effective entry-level practice, and registration with the relevant accreditation body.

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Our students learn from academics who are also experienced clinicians and researchers.

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We are improving health outcomes and engaging communities to promote wellbeing.

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Partnerships

Partnerships

Our industry partnerships give students the experience they need to become practice ready.

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Facilities

Facilities

Our facilities give students the opportunity to hone their skills and prepare for practice.

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First choice

We're Victoria’s number one choice for undergraduate physiotherapy.

Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC), 2019, Application Statistics 2018/19 - Undergraduate

Real work settings

Learn in Victoria’s leading hospitals through our on-site clinical schools and work placements.

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World-leading research

Our research in human movement and sports science is rated 'well above world standard'.

Australian Research Council, 2019, Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA) Outcomes 2018

The future of prosthetics and orthotics

Professor Michael Dillon discusses the challenges facing the prosthetic and orthotic profession.

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News

  • Key capabilities for podiatry graduates

    Graduate podiatrists need the right skills to succeed in the workplace but, until now, there’s been no specific tool to assess their work readiness.

  • Dr Sue Mayes AM

    An internationally respected physiotherapist, teacher and mentor, Dr Sue Mayes AM, brings over 30 years' experience to her role as Senior Lecturer in Physiotherapy.

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Indigenous Acknowledgement

La Trobe University proudly acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands where its campuses are located in Victoria. We recognise that Indigenous Australians have an ongoing connection to the land and the University values their unique contribution to both the University and the wider Australian society. Find out more