Doctor of Physiotherapy

Program Duration 5 Years – 10 Semesters

Clinical Practice at Quaid-E-Azam International Hospital & Observer-ship at AFIRM

Eligibility Criteria

i) Candidates with HSSC (Pre-Medical) or A-Levels with equivalency certificate from IBCC Islamabad with at least 60% marks are eligible to Apply

ii) Candidates with diploma in relevant field with at least 60% marks in annual system of 3.00 CGPA on the scales of 4.00 in semester system registered by KPK medical Faculty with equivalency certificate from IBCC Islamabad ae eligible to apply

Program Objectives

The 5-years rigorous program will practically train graduates capable to demonstrate in-depth knowledge of the basic and clinical sciences relevant to physiotherapy, both in their fundamental context and in their application to the discipline of physiotherapy. The graduates will be trained in leadership qualities, management and communication skills to effectively practice physiotherapy for the welfare of mankind. The qualified physiotherapist will professionally assist in the recovery and reducing miseries of patients.

Program Outcomes

The graduates will be able to demonstrate in-depth knowledge of basic and applied physiotherapy. This will enable to help the patients skillfully to relieve them from agony. They will be able to take right quick clinical decisions based on the assessment of patients. Graduates will be qualified to develop human healthcare regulations and policies consistent with the requirement of the patients and society. Graduates will be capable of leadership, management and communication skills to effectively participate in physiotherapy practice and the healthcare system.

Scheme of Studies for


Semester 1

Course No. Course Title Credit Hrs.
DPT101 Anatomy –I 1 - 3
DPT103 Physiology-I 1 - 2
DPT105 Kinesiology-I 1 - 2
ENG101 English-i (Functional English) 3 - 0
GS127 Pakistan Studies 2 - 0
CS110 Introduction To Computer 1 - 2

Semester 2

Course No. Course Title Credit Hrs.
DPT115 Kinesiology-II 1 - 2
ENG111 English-II (Functional English) 1 - 3
GS123 Islamic Studies / Ethics 1 - 2
GS322 Sociology 2 - 0
DPT111 Anatomy –II 3 - 1
DPT113 Physiology-II 1 - 2

Semester 3

Course No. Course Title Credit Hrs.
DPT221 Anatomy – III 1 - 2
DPT223 Physiology-III 1 - 2
DPT201 Biomechanics & Ergonomics-I 1 - 3
CH225 Biochemistry I 2 - 0
ENG290 ENGLISH-III (Technical Writing & Presentation Skills) 3 - 0
IT106 Introduction To IT 1 - 2

Semester 4

Course No. Course Title Credit Hrs.
CH235 Biochemistry II 1 - 2
DPT238 Exercise Physiology 1 - 2
DPT234 Anatomy-IV (Neuro Anatomy) 1 - 2
DPT235 Biomechanics & Ergonomics-II 2 - 2
Molecular Biology & Genetics 2 - 0
DPT317 Health & Wellness 1 - 2

Semester 5

Course No. Course Title Credit Hrs.
DPT319 Supervised Clinical Practice I 0 - 3
DPT320 Therapeutic Exercises & Techniques 1 - 2
DPT311 Pathology & Microbiology I 1 - 2
DPT312 Pharmacology & Therapeutics I 2 - 0
DPT313 Physical Agents & Electrotherapy I 2 - 2
Behavioral Sciences (Psychology & Ethics) 1 - 2
Biostatistics I 3 - 0

Semester 6

Course No. Course Title Credit Hrs.
DPT329 Supervised Clinical Practice II 0 - 3
DPT327 Community Medicine & Rehabilitation 1 - 3
DPT324 Pathology & Microbiology II 1 - 2
DPT322 Physical Agents & Electrotherapy -II 2 - 2
DPT321 Pharmacology & Therapeutics II 2 - 0
Biostatistics II (university optional) 1 - 3

Semester 7

Course No. Course Title Credit Hrs.
DPT429 Supervised Clinical Practice III 0 - 3
DPT418 Musculoskeletal Physical Therapy 1 - 2
DPT415 Radiology & Diagnostic Imaging 1 - 2
DPT413 Surgery I 3 - 0
DPT411 Medicine I 3 - 0
DPT451 Evidence Based Practice 1 - 2

Semester 8

Course No. Course Title Credit Hrs.
DPT434 Surgery II 1 - 3
DPT432 Medicine II 1 - 3
DPT523 Emergency Procedures & Primary Care In Physical Therapy 1 - 1
DPT444 Neurological Physical Therapy 2 - 2
DPT459 Supervised Clinical Practice IV 0 - 3
DPT537 Scientific Inquiry & Research Methodology 1 - 2

Semester 9

Course No. Course Title Credit Hrs.
DPT323 Manual Therapy 1 - 2
DPT511 Cardiopulmonary Physical Therapy 1 - 2
DPT457 Prosthetics & Orthotics 1 - 2
DPT535 Clinical Decision Making & Differential Diagnosis 3 - 0
DPT538 Professional Practice (Laws, Ethics & administration) 2 - 0
DPT541 Integumentary Physical Therapy 1 - 2
DPT549 Supervised Clinical Practice V 0 - 3

Semester 10

Course No. Course Title Credit Hrs.
DPT560 Obstetrics & Gynecological Physical Therapy 2 - 0
DPT561 Pediatric Physical Therapy 2 - 0
DPT564 Gerontology & Geriatric Physical Therapy 2 - 0
DPT565 Sports Physical Therapy 2 - 0
DPT579 Supervised Clinical Practice VI 0 - 4
DPT590 Research Project 0 - 6

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