How to apply

Application processes are different for coursework and research degrees, as well as for domestic and international students. Choose from the categories:

Master's coursework

Master of Physiotherapy (C04306)

Applications for 2025 are now open:

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Applicants are welcome to apply in the final session of their qualifying degree. If successful, you may receive a conditional offer pending the successful completion of your qualifying degree and/or any other conditions. 

Entry is highly competitive and assessment is based on grade point average (GPA). It is important to note that meeting the eligibility requirements (including meeting the prerequisite subjects) does not guarantee an interview or offer of a place in the course.

Applying as a domestic (local) student

If you are an Australian or New Zealand citizen, Australian permanent resident or humanitarian visa holder you can apply online directly through UTS Student Portal.

If you are an Indigenous applicant, apply through UTS Student Portal and you will be contacted by the Indigenous Student Liaison Officer with further information. Indigenous applicants are welcome to submit cultural and/or community referees to accompany their application.

Applying as an international student

If you are not an Australian or New Zealand citizen or Australian permanent resident, you will need to apply through UTS International. 

UTS pathways to the Master of Physiotherapy

UTS Health degrees that may be recognised for entry into the Master of Physiotherapy include:

Note: students need to complete the prerequisites as electives within each degree listed above.

Selected applicants are required to undertake a short interview with a panel. Applicants are assessed in the areas of communication skills, interpersonal skills, interest in physiotherapy, and commitment to physiotherapy as a career.

Read our student blog Acing the UTS GSH interview: Alicia's how-to-guide for tips about how to approach the interview.

Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.

For further details on the Master of Physiotherapy see the course information page. 

Dates

Autumn B Session commences with Professional Skills Week in mid-February with classes starting in late February. Applications are not accepted for commencement in Spring session (mid-year).

Fees

To calculate the fees for this course, visit UTS Fees.

Note: There are no Commonwealth Supported Places available for this course, however, domestic students may be eligible for the FEE-HELP loan scheme.

Postgraduate research

Doctor of Philosophy (C02063)     
Master of Physiotherapy (Research) (C03059)

Step 1:    
Identify your proposed area of research, and potential supervisor/s. Future research students are encouraged to view the schools:

Step 2:    
Make an enquiry to UTS Physiotherapy. This helps us to connect you to a supervisor and start your application process.

Step 3:    
The school’s research team will help guide you through this step.

Domestic students should follow the research degree application process outlined by the Graduate Research School.

International students should visit UTS International for comprehensive information on the application process, fees and English language requirements.

Application dates

It is important for candidates to submit an enquiry. For application deadlines visit the application deadlines page.

Scholarships

UTS Physiotherapy offers a range of scholarships for PhD students. Visit our scholarships page for details.

Fees

Local students (citizens of Australia and New Zealand and permanent residents of Australia) currently have their course fees met through the Commonwealth Government’s Research Training Program (opens to external site). However, students are responsible for other fees incurred by their project (eg. software, photocopying, transport).

International students: see international student fees.

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Acknowledgement of Country

UTS acknowledges the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation, the Boorooberongal people of the Dharug Nation, the Bidiagal people and the Gamaygal people, upon whose ancestral lands our university stands. We would also like to pay respect to the Elders both past and present, acknowledging them as the traditional custodians of knowledge for these lands.