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Bachelor Of Physiotherapy

Bachelor Of Physiotherapy

Affiliated to Kerala University of Health Sciences (KUHS)


The Bachelor of Physiotherapy is a comprehensive 4.5-year undergraduate program affiliated to Kerala University of Health Sciences (KUHS), designed to develop skilled physiotherapy professionals who assess, plan, and implement rehabilitative programs to improve human motor functions, maximize movement ability, and treat physical challenges associated with injuries and diseases.

Medium of Instruction: English  


Key Program Outcomes: Graduates will master theoretical and practical knowledge in basic medical subjects, proficiency in physiotherapy procedures and techniques, ability to detect patho-physiological impairments through physical diagnosis, competency in preventive, curative, and rehabilitative physiotherapy measures, and develop professional ethics for independent or collaborative medical practice.


Curriculum: The program covers foundational subjects including Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry, Human Biomechanics, Kinesiology, Psychology, Pathology, Microbiology, Pharmacology, Exercise Therapy, Electrotherapy, and specialized clinical training in Cardio-respiratory Medicine, General Medicine & Surgery, Pediatrics, Women's Health, Orthopedics, Neurology, Sports Medicine, and Community Health.


Training Approach: Progressive year-wise learning starting with fundamental healthcare subjects, advancing through disease processes and therapeutic techniques, followed by specialized clinical training with rotating hospital department postings for hands-on patient assessment and treatment experience across various medical specialties.


Career Opportunities: Independent physiotherapy practice, hospital-based rehabilitation services, sports medicine clinics, pediatric and geriatric care centers, community health programs, research institutions, and specialized therapeutic centers for neurological, orthopedic, and cardio-respiratory conditions.

 

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates who have passed Higher Secondary Examination of the Board of Higher Secondary Education or equivalent, having minimum 80% marks.

Selection of Students

The selection of students for the BPT course is strictly on merit basis as decided by the competent authority approved by the Government of Kerala/Kerala University of Health Sciences.

Registration

A candidate on admission to the BPT course shall apply to the university for registration.

  • By making a formal application in the prescribed format.
  • Original Plus Two certificate and mark list of the qualifying examination.
  • Allotment letter from the competent authority.
  • Eligibility and migration certificate wherever needed
  • Original SSLC/equivalent certificate.
  • The fees prescribed for the course.

Duration of course

4.5 years (4 years coursework + 6 months compulsory rotating internship)

Fees

As Per Govt. norms

Seats

50
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