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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Research

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

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Partnerships

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

Facilities

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

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

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

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

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

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Future podiatrist

Julia McArdle wanted a hands-on course that allowed her to interact with patients. At a La Trobe Open Day, she discovered podiatry
La Trobe #1 in Victoria in employment rankings

La Trobe leads employment rankings in Victoria
Ready for a digital future

First-of-its-kind research will explore the spatial visualisation abilities of prosthetics and orthotics students