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- 1. Physiotherapy Graduate School ofHealth gsh.uts.edu.au Postgraduate courses at UTS
- 2. Tonight’s presenters Assoc. Prof.Bruno Tirotti Saragiotto Head of Discipline, Physiotherapy Master of Physiotherapy Information Session
- 3. Acknowledgment of Country Iwould like to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation upon whose ancestral lands our City campus now stands. I would also like to pay respect to the Elders both past and present, acknowledging them as the traditional custodians of knowledge for this land. 'Over Time We Come Together 2015' by Cassie Leatham
- 4. Associate Professor Bruno TirottiSaragiotto Head of Discipline o >10 years experience as a Physiotherapist in clinical practice and research o PhD completed in 2017 o Research focus area – digital health, chronic musculoskeletal pain, implementation science o Patient involvement o Clinical trials o Systematic reviews
- 5. Where are we? Facultyof Health Graduate School of Health (GSH) School of Public Health School of Sports, Exercise and Rehabilitation School of Nursing and Midwifery Physiotherapy Pharmacy Psychology Speech Pathology Orthoptics Genetic Counselling
- 6. Meet the Team PeterStubbs | Senior Lecturer PhD in Neurorehabilitation and Clinical Neurophysiology, post-doctoral research in Neuroscience and Neurorehabilitation Teaching units • Professional Practice 96081 • Research Design in Physiotherapy 96086 • Research project 96092 Research • Neurorehabilitation, meta-research and research on teaching research Peter
- 7. Meet the Team AntonyNasser | Senior Lecturer Sports Physiotherapist with over 10 years of experience. PhD focusing on the assessment, management and prevention of hip tendinopathy. Teaching units • Core Practice for Physiotherapists 96082 • Outpatient Rehabilitation 96085 Research • Hip pain, tendon disorders, buttock pain, hamstring strain injury Tony
- 8. Meet the Team LucyRobertson | Lecturer Previously a physiotherapist working in the hospital setting, main areas of interest include neurorehabilitation, spinal cord injury rehabilitation and women’s health. PhD investigating the effect of proprioception on upper limb function across the lifespan in healthy individuals and in neurological conditions. Teaching units • Clinical Assessment and Treatment Planning 96080 • Specialist Practice 96090 • Sub-acute rehabilitation 96084 Research • Neurological rehabilitation, proprioception, women’s health Lucy
- 9. Meet the Team JoshuaPate | Senior Lecturer Previously a senior physiotherapist in multidisciplinary hospital pain clinics. PhD in paediatric pain science. >30 articles published, >350 citations, >$1.2M in research grants. Author of Zoe and Zak’s Pain Hacks book series + TED-Ed videos about pain. Teaching units • Pain Neuroscience and Management 96083 • Transition to Practice 96093 Research • Chronic pain, paediatrics, pain science education, artificial intelligence, physiotherapy Josh
- 10. Meet the Team EliseRobinson | Lecturer Bachelor of Health Science/Master of Physiotherapy, currently pursuing a PhD focused on the influence of patient behaviour and psychology on injury and illness experiences. Teaching units • Prevention and Rehabilitation in the community 96089 • Acute Physiotherapy Care 96088 Research • Patient behaviour, Patient Experience Outcome Measures, Acute Rehabilitation Elise
- 11. Meet the Team PoonamMehta | Senior Lecturer Specialisation in paediatrics physiotherapy. PhD in Neuropathic pain at the University of Otago and Assistant Research Fellow at the National Science Challenge- Ageing Well in New Zealand. Teaching units • Clinical Assessment and Treatment Planning 96080 • Prevention and Rehabilitation in the Community 96089 • Outpatient Rehabilitation 96085 • Core Practice for Physiotherapists 96082 Research • Systematic reviews, Frailty, Physical activity, Practice-based research network Poonam
- 12. Meet the Team EvinScanlon | Associate Lecturer Physiotherapist and lecturer with over 10 years of experience working in a variety of Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy and Sports Medicine settings. Recognised by APA as a ‘Titled Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist’ which represents highly developed physiotherapists who have advanced expertise and experience in musculoskeletal clinical practice Teaching units • Clinical Assessment and Treatment Planning 96080 • Core Practice for Physiotherapists 96082 • Outpatient Rehabilitation 96085 Evin
- 13. Meet the Team RafaelZambelli Pinto | Associate Professor MSK physiotherapist and researcher with 20 years of experience: >150 articles published and > 8,000 citations. Secretary of the International Society of Physiotherapy Journal Editors (since 2019) and former Editor-in-Chief of the Brazilian Journal o Physical Therapy (2019-2024). Teaching units • Professional Practice 96081 • Research Design in Physiotherapy 96086 • Research project 96092 • Outpatient Rehabilitation 96085 Research • Chronic musculoskeletal conditions (adults and older populations), physiotherapy and meta- research. Rafael
- 14. Meet the Team MarkOverton | Senior Lecturer Physiotherapist trained in New Zealand with 10+ years of clinical experience working in musculoskeletal rehabilitation, pain management and concussion settings. PhD completed at the University of Otago in New Zealand titled Understanding Knee Osteoarthritis Pain Experiences (U-KOPE). Teaching units • Core Practice for Physiotherapists 96082 • Outpatient Rehabilitation 96085 Research • Knee osteoarthritis, musculoskeletal pain, sensory testing, smartphone biopsychosocial pain monitoring, occupational health, interprofessional rehabilitation. Mark
- 15. Meet the Team JackReeves | Lecturer Cardiorespiratory physiotherapist with 6 years recent hospital-based clinical experience (2019-2024) working across inpatient (including ICU) and outpatient cardiac and respiratory settings. A graduate of the inaugural Master of Physiotherapy cohort here at UTS! (2017-2018). PhD Candidate. Teaching units • Professional Practice 96081 • Acute Physiotherapy Care 96088 Research • Telerehabilitation; postoperative complications in major surgery; prehabilitation; cancer. Jack
- 16. Meet the Team ChantalMaher | Clinical Placement Coordinator Over 10 years of clinical experience in the UK and Australia, with a particular focus on knee pain and musculoskeletal disorders Clinical placement 1 (96087) Clinical placement 2 (96091) Clinical placement 3 (96094) Clinical placement 4 (96095) Chantal
- 17. Meet the Team AbaDaoud | Clinical Placement Coordinator Over 10 years of clinical experience as musculoskeletal physiotherapy and private practice. As the founder of Flex Allied Health, Aba has led his clinic's growth into a leading multidisciplinary practice, recognised for delivering elite, evidence-based care and clinical education. Teaching units Clinical placement 1 (96087) Clinical placement 2 (96091) Clinical placement 3 (96094) Clinical placement 4 (96095) Aba
- 18. Our WORKPLACE philosophy Buildinga Supportive, Collaborative, and Growth-Oriented Environment Our workplace philosophy is rooted in fostering an environment where teamwork, communication, and mutual respect are at the forefront. We believe in the power of collaboration, where each team member's voice is valued, and we actively engage in open communication to ensure everyone feels heard and supported.
- 19. Our VISION To prepareculturally competent physiotherapists who are skilled, adaptable, and committed to delivering patient-centred, evidence-based care.
- 20. Our PHILOSOPHY We arecommitted to fostering a learning environment that values collaboration, diversity, and integrity. Our teaching philosophy focuses on developing future physiotherapists who are skilled, empathetic, adaptable, culturally competent, ethical, and reflective professionals.
- 21. at UTS Two-year graduate-entrymaster degree (GEM) Graduates are competent to manage musculoskeletal, cardiorespiratory and neurological conditions The UTS Master of Physiotherapy is accredited by the Australian Physiotherapy Council (APC) Physiotherapy
- 22. Why UTS? Patient focused Practical Inputfrom clinicians and researchers Integrated curriculum Practice-based Builds on current knowledge Case study based learning Gain relevant ‘hands on’ training in a clinical setting Apply your skills to the treatment of real patients Emphasis on technology
- 23. Case-based learning • Preparation • Interactivelearning • Problem-solving skills
- 24. Clinical simulation facility Variedsettings in a range of authentic clinical environments How do we ensure you are confident to go out on clinical placement?
- 25. Clinical Placements 4 x 5week full time ‘blocks’ Placements sourced by UTS Include a range of clinical settings and across lifespan Off-site placements include: Private practice Hospitals Community settings
- 26. Year 1 Calendar BAutumn Session Clinical Assessment and Treatment Planning Professional Practice Core Practice for Physiotherapists Pain Neuroscience and Management Calendar B Spring Session Sub-acute Rehabilitation Outpatient Rehabilitation Acute Physiotherapy Care Clinical Placement 1 Year 2 Calendar B Autumn Session Research Project 1 Prevention and Rehabilitation in the community Specialist Practice Clinical Placement 2 Calendar B Spring Session Research Project 2 Transition to Practice Clinical Placement 3 Clinical Placement 4 Course outline 2 years full time study; local and international students
- 27. Year 1 Calendar BAutumn Session Clinical Assessment and Treatment Planning Professional Practice Core Practice for Physiotherapists Pain Neuroscience and Management Calendar B Spring Session Sub-acute Rehabilitation Outpatient Rehabilitation Acute Physiotherapy Care Clinical Placement 1 Year 2 Calendar B Autumn Session Research Project 1 Prevention and Rehabilitation in the community Specialist Practice Clinical Placement 2 Calendar B Spring Session Research Project 2 Transition to Practice Clinical Placement 3 Clinical Placement 4 Research
- 28. Course Pre-requisites 1. Structural Anatomy 2.Functional Anatomy 3. Human Physiology 4. Exercise Physiology 5. Psychology 6. Research Methods 7. Neuroscience A Bachelor degree in Health Science, Sports and Exercise Science, Exercise Management or an equivalent Satisfactory grades in previous degree (credit average or above) Met English language requirements
- 29. Course Expectations • Respect andProfessionalism • Self-Directed Learning • Hybrid Learning Environment • 85% attendance rate is mandatory • Workload and Commitment • Feedback and Continuous Improvement The course is designed to be intensive, with a workload equivalent to full-time employment. This will require significant dedication and time management.
- 30. How much willit cost? • Visit the UTS Fee Calculator: uts.edu.au/tuition-fee-calculator • Click ‘Search fees by course’ for domestic-fee paying and international students • Follow the prompts • Fee type: Postgraduate Domestic Coursework or International Domestic Coursework • Fee year: 2025 • Cohort year: 2025 • Course area: Health (GEM) • Course code/name: Physiotherapy • Click ‘Search’ • Costs are displayed per credit point and per session (session calculated as a full-time load of 4 subjects) Fees Scholarships fees.uts.edu.au Master of Physiotherapy • For information about scholarships: https://www.uts.edu.au/study/scholarships
- 31. Is there feesupport available? Government loan scheme for tuition fees for domestic students You do not pay fees upfront - inform your employer you have a FEE-HELP loan and they will withhold your payments through the PAYG tax system Compulsory repayments proportionate to income. Tuition fees may be tax deductible if related to your employment - contact your financial advisor or the ATO www.ato.gov.au For further information see the Australian Government Study Assist website: http://studyassist.gov.au FEE-HELP studyassist.gov.au Master of Physiotherapy
- 32. z Local student withAustralian degree Applications are open for 2026 Apply by 31 October (no late applications accepted) uts.edu.au/pg-apply z apply How to International student Must submit an application via UTS international These programs are highly competitive and places are limited. Physiotherapy 80 places z Interview Eligible applicants will be required to participate in an interview Alumni Advantage Program UTS graduates save 10%* on course fees
- 33. For questions andenquiries, contact us via gsh.future@uts.edu.au Follow UTS Graduate School of Health on social media Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter Thanks for joining us Question?
Editor's Notes
- #1 Welcome/Holding Slide Marketing Lead - welcome attendees, wait for all to connect to audio + acknowledgement of country. “I would like to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation upon whose ancestral lands our City campus now stands. I would also like to pay respect to the Elders both past and present, acknowledging them as the traditional custodians of knowledge for this land”.
- #2 [SLIDE 4] Marketing Lead – introduce presenter and hand over PRESENTERS - [Self introduction] Please introduce yourself.
- #4 Usual course content
- #21 Usual course content
- #22 Usual course content We have a real focus on making sure what we teach is highly relevant to what clinicians are doing right now. We teach holistically, so you’ll learn about several physio areas and how they come together rather than focusing on one area and then moving on to the next. I believe that what really makes us stand out is our learning model, we focus on patients and use case studies to help you learn. We don’t have the traditional end of semester exam, instead we use authentic assessments We also treat our students as professionals in training, and make sure you are practice ready. We also engage a lot with industry – we have clinicians give guest presentations and they also contribute to our teaching, making sure that what we teach our students is the latest. We are also aligned with sports teams such as Sydney FC and we have the amazing facility at Moore Park. Our students also have access to working physiotherapists. We invite Clinicians to give guest presentations and many of our teachers are practicing, or have very recently practiced, which ensures what we are teaching reflects what happening in the real world. And, of course, key to making you a confident practitioner, is clinical placements, our students undertake 800 hours of placements. Tech – slow motion video analysis – assessing quality of movement
- #23 Usual course content So what does a typical class look like? Here is in example of the type of case-based learning in the course In Clinical Assessment and Treatment – one of your first session subjects – you would be presented with a case study At the beginning of workshops we set a manageable amount of preparation Case study is introduced and by the end of the session you are able to present a diagnosis or management plan for the patient Enables you to engage and interact with fellow students and lecturers and develop problem-solving skills
- #24 Usual course content Unique to UTS is that you start placements in your first year. And to make sure you’re confident in the lead-up to this, we use Nursing’s simulated hospital environment, so you get immersed in this setting before you start your first placement. Speak about in-class simulated learning
- #25 Usual course content Clinical placements are how we make sure you’re job-ready when you leave, gaining that hands on training before you graduate. Placements start in your first year, and then in your second year, you will complete 3 placements. Each placement is 5 weeks and sourced by us. Students have quite a few options for off-site placements – private practice, hospital and community settings.
- #26 Usual course content This is an overview of what you will study during your 2 years with us. What’s important to notice here is that you start clinical placements in your first year. Handover to Tony Nasser to talk about Clinical Placements
- #27 Usual course content In the 2nd year we teach how to critically appraise research. Due to research, the Physiotherapy profession became a well respected and evidence based profession In our course we want to make sure what there will be the same new people that will in the future continue to contribute to the knowledgebase of this beautiful profession.
- #28 Usual course content
- #29 Usual course content
- #30 All fees info is online: fees.uts.edu.au No need to spend much time on this slide. This is merely to let students know where they can go to get an idea of the fee structure of the course. The prompts are the most important part here (so they know which breadcrumbs to follow). Remind students they are getting a copy of the slides so no need to fret about this info right this second.
- #31 Same notes as previous slide – just brining attention to these assistance schemes.
- #32 Usual course content If you are keen to study at UTS I would encourage you to submit your application online tonight. The process for applying is now completely online. You will need to register on our online portal (if you haven’t already done so) and commence your application. Applications will close once the 60 places have been filled and last year we closed after round 1. If you are international student you do need to apply online via UTS international.
- #33 [Open chat box to view questions] We’ll now take some of your questions that you’ve sent through. [After designated session time is over] If you have further questions, please contact us at gsh.future@uts.edu.au. We will also email you the presentation and useful information. Best of luck with your applications. Hope to see you at UTS next year. End session