Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy - Master of Health Practice
Study the AUT Master of Health Practice in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy degree to help you take your health career to the next level. This specialisation is open to registered physiotherapists.
The Master of Health Practice in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy is ideal for health professionals who want to extend their practical knowledge and are ready for the next step in their career.
It's designed for health professionals with at least three years of clinical experience. You can select courses that reflect your career needs and interests.
This is part of the Master of Health Practice.
Start date: 2021
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Start date: 2022
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You need a total of 180 points to complete the Master of Health Practice in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy qualification.
Complete the following courses
- PHTY801 Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy (45 points)# (No mid-year intake)
- RHAB817 Biomechanics (15 points)
- RHAB818 Pain: Mechanisms and Management (15 points)
- And 15 points from a relevant postgraduate course
And select 15 points from
- HEAL811 Integrative Research (15 points)
- HEAL840 Critical Inquiry for Evidence Based Practice (15 points)
And select 15 points from
And either 60 points from
Or 60 points from
- HEAL986 Research in Practice (45 points)**
- AND 15 points from a relevant postgraduate course (with approval)
# Course has special requirements. Refer to course flyer.
**Students who enrol in HEAL986 Research in Practice are not eligible for progression into the DHSc/PhD.
Practice as a health professional in New Zealand is governed by legislation and a number of ‘Responsible Authorities’ (such as the NZ Psychologist Board, Physiotherapy Board and the Nursing Council who register practitioners). Overseas qualified health professionals who wish to practise in New Zealand should communicate directly with the relevant Responsible Authority. Qualifications recognised for professional registration at AUT are undergraduate; study at postgraduate level is not considered equivalent recognition for NZ Board certification.
- Equips health professionals for advanced practice in musculoskeletal physiotherapy
- Includes a practice project in an area of your interest
- Open to all registered physiotherapists
- Flexible study options, including on-campus block courses and online learning
- Staff who are internationally recognised as experts in this field
The information on this page was correct at time of publication. For a comprehensive overview of AUT qualifications, please refer to the Academic Calendar.