Programme
Diploma in Physiotherapy [ KPT / JPS. /KA 7156]
Professional Recognition
Malaysian Qualification Agency (MQA)
Intake
January / August
Duration
3 Years
Fees
RM 33,260.00
Entry Requirements
SPM/UEC/O level or equivalent (3 credits with a pass in BM)
Overview
The aims of the Diploma in Physiotherapy Programme at UNISEL is to nurture and produce knowledgeable, competent and confident Physiotherapy graduates, who are committed, dedicated, caring and capable of providing safe professional medical and health services.
Graduates with a Diploma in Physiotherapy obtain fundamental knowledge and skills on the use of physical approach in promotion, maintenance, and restoration of physical, physiological and social well being of the individual with difference in health status.
Physiotherapists who are most successful tend to be able to adapt to change on the latest physiotherapy knowledge and skills by creative thinking, clinical reasoning skills and evidence based practice.
Program Learning Outcomes
Programme Structure
| Year 1 | |
| Course Code | Course |
| MFD 1113MFD 1114
MPW 1133 MPW 1143 MPW 1153 ZEU 1113 MUD 2122 *MPW1113 MFD 1213 MFD 1124 MFD 1253 MUD 1253 ZEU 1213 HKU1111 ZLU 1212 / ZLU 1222 |
Anatomy and Physiology For Physiotherapy 1Applied Anatomy for Physiotherapy
Pengajian Malaysia Pengajian Islam Pengajian Moral Proficiency English 1 Basic Health Psychology *Bahasa Kebangsaan A: Anatomy and Physiology For Physiotherapy 2 Exercise Therapy 1 Kinesiology Basic Pathology Proficiency English 2 Kepimpinan dan Kerja Berpasukan Japanese 1 / Mandarin 1 |
| Year 2 | |
| Course Code | Course |
| MFD 1224MFD 2154
MFD 2123 MFD 2213 MFD 2162 MUD 2132 HKU 1111 MFD 2233 MFD 3113 MFD 2113 MFD 2258 |
Exercise Therapy 2Electrotherapy
Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapy 1 Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy 1 Professional Development Communication Skill for Healthscience Co-curriculum Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapy 2 Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy 2 Neurology Physiotherapy 1 Clinical Training 1 |
| Year 3 | |
| Course Code | Course |
| MFD 2223MFD 3142
MFD 3222 MFD 3122 MFD 3152 MFD 3168 MUD 3212/ MUD 2232 MFD 3246 MFD 3256 |
Neurology Physiotherapy 2Sports Physiotherapy
Pediatric Physiotherapy Women’s Health Physiotherapy Geriatric and Community Physiotherapy Clinical Training 2 Basic Fitness and Aerobic / Clinical Training 3 Clinical Training 4 |
Core Course Description
|
Course Code |
Course |
Synopsis |
| MFD 1114 | Applied Anatomy for Physiotherapy | This module is a projection of basic anatomy of the lead in the field musculoskeletal, cardiorespiratory and neurology. Students are taught the skill of palpation and identification of anatomical structures and surface marking. Its aims to help and guide student make appropriate assessment and treatment |
| MFD1124/1224 | Exercise Therapy 1 & 2 | The module provides students with the opportunity to develop therapeutic clinical skills that will ultimately prepare them for periods of Practice Based Learning. The students will be introduced to the theoretical concepts underpinning selected therapeutic skills and rehabilitative handling procedures as used in clinical practice. A combination of lectures, practical, case scenario simulations, directed and independent study will support student learning. |
| MFD 2154 | Electrotherapy | This module provides and explained the theoretical and technical in the field of electrotherapy, including the introduction and application of electrotherapy modalities to the patients as appropriate. This include assessment and treatment of patients in various problem associated with pain and the use of various electrotherapy equipment. Electrotherapy modalities include cryotherapy, superficial heating, high frequency current, medium frequency current, low frequency current, ultrasound, phototherapy / light therapy, biofeedback and ionthoporesis. |
| MFD 1253 | Kinesiology | This module conducted as a lecture, practical and tutorial. The mechanical principles in human movement discussed including force, lever system, friction, work, energy and power. Knowledge and comprehension on the effects of centre of gravity, posture, balance and equilibrium during movement and exercise are included in this course. Furthermore, joint movement and muscle work during common activities and normal phases of gait and some common gait deviation are also discussed. |
| MFD 2123/2233 | Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapy 1 & 2 | These modules provide an introduction to the discipline of cardiorespiratory physiotherapy practice, the fundamental knowledge and skills underpinning clinical practice within this core area of physiotherapy. From a lay perspective of cardiorespiratory, the module will develop via a foundation of applied cardiorespiratory anatomy and physiology, to the physiotherapy management of the patient which having problem with cardiorespiratory condition. |
| MFD 2213/3113 | Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy 1 & 2 | These modules provides an introduction to the discipline of musculoskeletal practice, the fundamental knowledge of soft tissue injury, fracture, skin problem and joint disease/injury. This module also provides the students current and up-to-date medical treatment and physiotherapy management for musculoskeletal and skin problems |
| MFD 2113/2223 | Neurology Physiotherapy 1 & 2 | These modules provide an introduction to the neurology components including brain, spinal cord and peripheral nerves disorders in neurology physiotherapy practice, the fundamental knowledge and skills underpinning clinical practice within this core area of physiotherapy. From a lay perspective of neurology disorders, the module will develop via a foundation of applied neurology anatomy and physiology of the brain, spinal cord and peripheral nerves, to the physiotherapy management of the patient which having problem with neurology problems. |
| MFD 3222 | Pediatric Physiotherapy | This module provides an introduction to the discipline of pediatric physiotherapy practice, the fundamental knowledge and skills underpinning clinical practice within this core area of physiotherapy. From a lay perspective of congenital disorders, the module will develop via a foundation of applied anatomy and physiology, to the physiotherapy management of the patient which having problem with congenital conditions |
| MFD 3122 | Women’s Health Physiotherapy | This module provides an introduction to the discipline of women’s health physiotherapy practice, the fundamental knowledge and skills underpinning clinical practice within this core area of physiotherapy. From a lay perspective of congenital disorders, the module will develop via a foundation of applied anatomy and physiology, to the physiotherapy management of the patient which having problem with obstetric and gynaecologoical conditions |
| MFD 3142 | Sports Physiotherapy | This module will provide the students with the knowledge, skills and understanding to work in the sporting environment and implement prevention of injury strategies, manage acute trauma and injury and rehabilitate the individual so that they can return to the chosen sport as an individual participant or member of a team. It will also equip the individual to work as a physiotherapist travelling with a team in either a single or multi-sporting environment. |
| MFD 3152 | Geriatric & Community Physiotherapy | This module study on physiology of aging, environmental changes and adaptations, balance and falls including physiotherapy management and role in geriatric physiotherapy. It also include the concepts of community health in prevention, promotion, restoration and rehabilitation of the population especially in the community |
| MFD 2258/3168/3246/3256 | Clinical Training 1, 2, 3 & 4 | These modules are designed to encourage students to practice their knowledge and skills they gained in classroom to the real clinical setting.Clinical areas required: Government or private hospital with physiotherapy services |
Career Opportunities
Government sectors
Private sectors
Non Government Organization (NGO)
Entrepreneurships
Expected Salary
Sources Universiti Selangor