Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
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Duration
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Classes Schedule
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Faculty
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5 years |
Weekend-Based | Saturday & Sunday |
Faculty of Health Sciences |
Hod's Message
Welcome to the Department of Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) at Mukabbir University of Science & Technology, Gujrat.
The Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) is a five-year professional degree program designed to prepare competent, compassionate, and ethical physiotherapists who can assess, diagnose, treat, and prevent movement disorders and physical impairments. Our curriculum integrates a strong foundation in medical sciences with extensive clinical training, enabling students to deliver evidence-based rehabilitation services across a variety of healthcare settings.
At our department, we are committed to excellence in teaching, research, and clinical practice. Through experienced faculty, modern laboratories, and hands-on clinical exposure, we strive to develop graduates who are skilled clinicians, critical thinkers, lifelong learners, and future leaders in the field of rehabilitation. We encourage our students to uphold the highest standards of professionalism, empathy, and patient-centered care while making meaningful contributions to society.
We warmly welcome you to join the Department of Doctor of Physical Therapy and become part of a learning community dedicated to improving health, restoring mobility, and enhancing the quality of life for individuals and communities.
Dr. Iqra Khan
Head, Department of Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
Mukabbir University of Science & Technology, Gujrat
Key Features
- 1. Clinically Focused Curriculum
- 2. Strong Foundation in Health Sciences
- 3. Advanced Clinical & Rehabilitation Skills
- 4. Qualified & Experienced Faculty
- 5. Musculoskeletal & Neurological Rehabilitation
- 6. Research, Innovation & Evidence-Based Practice
- 8. Cardiopulmonary & Community Health Care
Program Aims & Objectives
The Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program aims to prepare competent, compassionate, and ethical physical therapists who are equipped to deliver high-quality patient care, promote health and wellness, and contribute to the advancement of rehabilitative sciences through clinical excellence, research, and professional practice.
The objectives of the program are to:
- Develop a strong foundation in basic medical, clinical, and rehabilitation sciences.
- Equip students with the knowledge and skills to assess, diagnose, and manage movement disorders, physical impairments, and disabilities.
- Build expertise in musculoskeletal, neurological, cardiopulmonary, pediatric, and sports rehabilitation.
- Promote evidence-based practice, research, critical thinking, and clinical decision-making.
- Foster professionalism, ethical values, leadership, teamwork, and effective communication skills.
- Encourage preventive healthcare, health promotion, rehabilitation, and community engagement.
- Prepare graduates for lifelong learning, continuous professional development, and advanced studies in physical therapy and related disciplines.
Program Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program, graduates will be able to:
- Assess, diagnose, and manage a wide range of physical impairments and disabilities using evidence-based physiotherapy practices.
- Apply advanced clinical reasoning and therapeutic interventions to improve patients’ functional mobility, independence, and quality of life.
- Demonstrate professionalism, ethical conduct, effective communication, leadership, and teamwork in multidisciplinary healthcare settings.
- Integrate knowledge of anatomy, physiology, kinesiology, pathology, pharmacology, and rehabilitation sciences into clinical practice.
- Conduct research, critically evaluate scientific evidence, and contribute to the advancement of physiotherapy and rehabilitative sciences.
- Promote health, preventive care, patient education, and community-based rehabilitation initiatives.
- Engage in lifelong learning and continuous professional development while adhering to national and international standards of physiotherapy practice.
Career Prospects
Graduates of the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program can pursue rewarding careers in hospitals, rehabilitation centers, outpatient clinics, sports medicine facilities, schools, community health organizations, home healthcare services, and specialized rehabilitation centers. They may also specialize in orthopedic, neurological, cardiopulmonary, pediatric, geriatric, sports, and women’s health physiotherapy.
Career opportunities include clinical practice, teaching, research, clinical education, private practice, tele-rehabilitation, healthcare consultancy, rehabilitation management, and entrepreneurship. Graduates may further advance their careers through professional certifications and higher studies (MS, MPhil, and PhD) in Physical Therapy and related disciplines, enabling them to contribute to healthcare, academia, research, and policy development.
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Distribution of Courses:
Following are the distribution of total credit hours:
Major Areas
Credit Hrs.
Courses
General Education Requirement
36
18%
Major Requirement
96
50%
Allied Courses
31
16%
Supervised Clinical Practice Requirement
22
12%
Supervised Internship Courses
03
2%
Research Project
03
2%