Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
Five-year professional doctorate in rehabilitation sciences, musculoskeletal therapy, and clinical practice.
About this programme
The first professional degree in physical therapy endorsed by the Higher Education Commission of Pakistan (HEC) comprises 5 years (10 semesters), equivalent to 17 years of schooling. The degree program produces physical therapy professionals who are competent to diagnose and treat movement dysfunctions due to injuries or diseases by using all physical means including manual therapy techniques, exercise therapy, electrotherapy and preventative and corrective measures. Physical Therapists with the DPT degree are practitioners of choice to whom the public has direct access for the diagnosis of, interventions for, and prevention of impairments related to movement, function, and health.
The DPT degree also fulfills the international requirements for physical therapy education, so DPT graduates can get equivalency easily abroad.
What graduates go on to do
- PEO 1
Demonstrate fundamental knowledge of physical therapy to pursue their career and workplace needs.
- PEO 2
Promote health and wellness; examine, evaluate, diagnose and provide intervention and manage physical therapy services for individuals with any dysfunction.
- PEO 3
Demonstrate a highly professional, ethical, legal, and culturally-competent manner and commitment to society and the profession.
- PEO 4
Demonstrate effective leadership, management, entrepreneurial, communication and teaching skills.
- PEO 5
Engage in reflective practice through sound clinical decision making, critical self-assessment, problem solving and commitment to lifelong learning.
- PEO 6
Demonstrate the intellectual curiosity to actively participate in innovation/research, acquisition of new knowledge and skills to refine their technical abilities.
What sets it apart
- Endorsed by the Higher Education Commission of Pakistan (HEC)
- Equivalent to 17 years of schooling
- International equivalency for graduates abroad
- Covers manual therapy, exercise therapy, electrotherapy and preventative/corrective measures
Duration, eligibility and credit hours
Duration
5 Years (10 Semesters)
Eligibility
F.Sc (Pre-Medical) or equivalent qualifications from a recognized board/institution with at least 60% marks.
Doctor of Physical Therapy
- 1stRs 102,325
- 2ndRs 102,325
- 3rdRs 102,325
- 4thRs 102,325
- 5thRs 108,009
- 6thRs 108,009
- 7thRs 108,009
- 8thRs 113,694
- 9thRs 113,694
- 10thRs 119,379
The total includes the admission fee. Degree Fee and Convocation Fee are charged in addition.
Where this degree can take you
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Main Campus, Phase 2, Hayatabad, Peshawar, Pakistan