Diploma in Physiotherapy

  Institution: Allianze University College of Medical Sciences

Programme Description

Physiotherapy is a growing field of health care services. It is the integration of art and sciences with a focus of enhancing hands-on skills. Physiotherapists provide treatment, preventive advice and care while rehabilitating those with physical and psychological impairment to maximize functional abilities for healthy lifestyle.

Student will be equipped with scientific knowledge and problem solving skills. as well as technical skills, physiotherapists from AUCMS will also be equipped with communication skills that will enable them to interact with patients.

Entry Requirements

Pass SPM with a minimum of 3 credits

Subjects

Semester 1

• Psychology
• Normal structure & function
• Physiology of bones , joints & muscle
• Disorders of structure & function
• Physicology & sociology
• Professional development I

 Semester 2

• Musculoskeletal system I
• Applied Anatomy I
• Neurological system I
• Cardiorespiratory system I
• Physiotherapy methodology I
• Practical training & teaching I

 Semester 3

• Musculoskeletal system II
• Biomechanics & kinesiology
• Physiotherapy methodology II
• Practical training & teaching II
• Pengajian Malaysia

 Semester 4

• Neurological system II
• Cardiorespiratory system II
• Physiotherapy methodology III
• Professional Development II
• Pengajian Islam/Pendidikan Moral
• Practical training & teaching III

 Semester 5

• Cardio respiratory – III
• Musculoskeletal – III
• Neurological system – III
• Pengajian Malaysia
• Clinical Placement – II

 Semester 6

• Musculoskeletal system III
• Cardiorespiratory system III
• Community physiotherapy II
• Practical training & teaching V
• Professional Development III

Assessment

Course assessments will be based on combination of the following

• Lecture
• Tutorial
• Training & Teaching

Source : Allianze Unversity College of Medical Sciences.