Diploma in Physiotherapy
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Course Introduction

Course Highlight
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Awarded ByMAHSA University
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Ranking
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LevelDiploma
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Duration3 Years (6 Semesters)
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IntakeJan-Sep
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ScholarshipsYes
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IELTS5.5
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CGPA55%
About the course
MAHSA University’s Diploma in Physiotherapy is a 3-year programme for students who have emerged successfully from SPM or its equivalent, and are committed to a future as physiotherapists intent on alleviating physical disabilities and improving the physical human condition.
Students learn to manage and avert the problems that affect the physical functioning of the human body, and to maximize the physical body’s movement and agility, with the primary objective of enabling patients to achieve optimal and maximum independence in movement and function. Students learn proven techniques that help manage disorders of the human body for people of all ages.
Students also learn how to provide treatment and care while rehabilitating patients with physical and psychological deficiencies. They will also study subjects such as general anatomy, general physiology, psychology, exercise therapy, pathology, pharmacology, electrotherapy, orthopaedics, biomechanics, and also the communication skills that will enable them to adequately and effectively interact with and counsel their patients.
Career Opportunities of this course :
- Physiotherapy clinics and multidisciplinary clinics (for example, chiropractic clinics)
- Child development centres or Community health centres
- Fitness centres or Sport and recreation facilities
- Home care and continuing care facilities
- Hospitals and rehabilitation centres
Course Modules
Semester 1
Anatomy & Physiology I
Applied Anatomy
Kinesiology I
Behavioural Science I
Introduction To Health Care System I
Integrated Language Skills
U1 – Communication In Bahasa Malaysia (For International Students)
U1 – Pengajian Malaysia (For Local Students)
Semester 2
Anatomy & Physiology II
Kinesiology II
Behavioural Science II
Movement Therapy
Electrotherapy I
English For Academic Writing
Semester 3
Introduction To Information Technology
Musculoskeletal I
Cardiorespiratory I
Neurology I
Electrotherapy II
Physiotherapy Skills
Elective Placement
U3 – Pembentukan Keluaga Bahagia (Forming Family Happiness)
Semester 4
Musculoskeletal II
Cardiorespiratory II
Neurology II
Essentials Of Clinical Practice
Clinical Practice 1
Semester 5
Neurology III
Pediatrics
Women’s Health
Introduction To Health Care System II
Community Service
Clinical Practice II
Semester 6
Sports, Wellness And Fitness
Geriatrics
Clinical Practice III
About the Campus
MAHSA University
MAHSA University was founded in earnest in the year 2005 in Pusat Bandar Damansara, Damansara Heights, Kuala Lumpur with the belief that higher education in the field of healthcare is a vital cog i...
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