Doctor of Physiotherapy (DPT)
Program Code
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Minimum Duration
Number of Courses
Minimum CGPA Required
Maximum Duration
Objectives
The 5-years rigorous program will practically train graduates capable to demonstrate in-depth knowledge of the basic and clinical sciences relevant to physiotherapy, both in their fundamental context and in their application to the discipline of physiotherapy. The graduates will be trained in leadership qualities, management and communication skills to effectively practice physiotherapy for the welfare of mankind. The qualified physiotherapist will professionally assist in the recovery and reducing miseries of patients.
Outcomes
The graduates will be able to demonstrate in-depth knowledge of basic and applied physiotherapy. They will be able to help the patients skillfully to relieve them from agony. They will be able to take right quick clinical decisions based on the assessment of patients. Graduates will be qualified to develop human healthcare regulations and policies consistent with the requirement of the patients and society. Graduates will be capable of leadership, management and communication skills to effectively participate in physiotherapy practice and the healthcare system.
- Candidates with F.Sc (Pre-Medical) or A-Levels with equivalency certificate from IBCC Islamabad with at least 60% marks are eligible to apply.
- Candidates with Diploma in relevant field with at least 60% marks in annual system or 3.00 CGPA on the scale of 4.00 in semester system dully registered by Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Medical Faculty with equivalency certificate from IBCC Islamabad are eligible to apply.
Following is a list of scholarships we offer:
Free Education Program from Workers Welfare Fund for industrial workers and their children.
20% Concession in Tuition Fee on Kinship basis.
20% Concession in Tuition Fee for all Female Students.
50% Concession in Admission fee and 20% Concession in Tuition fee in all programs for SUIT Graduates.
50% Concession in Tuition Fee for Children of Shuhada of Armed Forces / Police.
15% Concession in tuition Fee for Armed Forces / Police Personnel/Government School & College Teachers & their Children.
10% Concession in Tuition Fee for erstwhile FATA Agencies Domicile Holders.
Note:
- The scholarships will be subjected to in-time fee submission as per University Policy.
- Total scholarships will not exceed 50% of the tuition fee.
1st SEMESTER
| Course Code | Course Title | Cr. Hrs.18 |
| DPT 101 | Anatomy-I | 3-1 |
| DPT 103 | Physiology-I | 2-1 |
| DPT 105 | Kinesiology-I | 2-1 |
| ENG 101 | Functional Communication (English-I) | 3-0 |
| GH 103 | Pakistan Studies | 2-0 |
| MA 219 | Biostatistics-I | 3-0 |
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2nd SEMESTER
| Course Code | Course Title | Cr. Hrs.18 |
| DPT 111 | Anatomy-II | 3-1 |
| DPT 113 | Physiology-II | 2-1 |
| DPT 115 | Kinesiology-II | 2-1 |
| ENG 111 | Basic Communication Skills (English-II) | 3-0 |
| GH 101/102 | Islamic Studies/Values, Ethics & Society (For Non Muslims) | 2-0 |
| MA 220 | Biostatistics-II | 3-0 |
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3rd SEMESTER
| Course Code | Course Title | Cr. Hrs.17 |
| ENG 290 | Report Writing (English–III) | 3-0 |
| IT 100 | Computer Application | 2-1 |
| DPT 221 | Anatomy–III | 2-1 |
| DPT 223 | Physiology-III | 2-1 |
| DPT 201 | Biomechanics & Ergonomics-I | 3-0 |
| CH 225 | Biochemistry & Genetics-I | 2-0 |
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4th SEMESTER
| Course Code | Course Title | Cr. Hrs.17 |
| DPT 234 | Anatomy-IV (Neuro Anatomy) | 2-1 |
| DPT 235 | Biomechanics & Ergonomics-II | 2-1 |
| PSY 300 | Behavioral Sciences (Psychiatry & Psychology) | 3-0 |
| CH 235 | Biochemistry & Genetics-II | 2-0 |
| DPT 238 | Exercise Physiology | 3-0 |
| DPT 240 | Medical Physics | 2-1 |
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5th SEMESTER
| Course Code | Course Title | Cr. Hrs.16 |
| DPT 311 | Pathology & Microbiology-I | 2-0 |
| DPT 312 | Pharmacology-I | 3-0 |
| DPT 313 | Physical Agents & Electrotherapy-I | 2-1 |
| DPT 320 | Therapeutic Exercises & Techniques | 2-1 |
| DPT 317 | Health & Wellness | 2-0 |
| DPT 319 | Supervised Clinical Practice-I | 0-3 |
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6th SEMESTER
| Course Code | Course Title | Cr. Hrs.17 |
| DPT 331 | Pathology & Microbiology-II | 2-1 |
| DPT 321 | Pharmacology-II | 2-0 |
| DPT 322 | Physical Agents & Electrotherapy-II | 2-1 |
| DPT 323 | Manual Therapy | 2-1 |
| DPT 327 | Teaching Methodology & Community Medicine | 3-0 |
| DPT 329 | Supervised Clinical Practice-II | 0-3 |
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7th SEMESTER
| Course Code | Course Title | Cr. Hrs.17 |
| DPT 411 | Medicine-I | 3-0 |
| DPT 413 | Surgery-I | 3-0 |
| DPT 415 | Radiology & Diagnostic Imaging | 2-1 |
| DPT 418 | Musculoskeletal Physical Therapy | 2-1 |
| DPT 420 | Human Growth, Development & Community Based Rehabilitation | 2-0 |
| DPT 429 | Supervised Clinical Practice-III | 0-3 |
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8th SEMESTER
| Course Code | Course Title | Cr. Hrs.17 |
| DPT 432 | Medicine-II | 3-0 |
| DPT 434 | Surgery-II | 3-0 |
| DPT 444 | Neurological Physical Therapy | 2-1 |
| DPT 451 | Evidence Based Practice | 2-1 |
| DPT 457 | Prosthetics & Orthotics | 2-0 |
| DPT 459 | Supervised Clinical Practice-IV | 0-3 |
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9th SEMESTER
| Course Code | Course Title | Cr. Hrs.18 |
| DPT 511 | Cardiopulmonary Physical Therapy | 2-1 |
| DPT 523 | Emergency Procedures & Care in Physical Therapy | 2-0 |
| DPT 535 | Clinical Decision Making & Differential Diagnosis | 3-0 |
| DPT 537 | Scientific Inquiry & Research Methodology | 2-1 |
| DPT 538 | Professional Practices (Laws , Ethics & administration) | 2-0 |
| DPT 541 | Integumentary Physical Therapy | 2-0 |
| DPT 549 | Supervised Clinical Practice-V | 0-3 |
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10th SEMESTER
| Course Code | Course Title | Cr. Hrs.18 |
| DPT 560 | Obstetrics & Gynaecological Physical Therapy | 2-0 |
| DPT 561 | Paediatric Physical Therapy | 2-0 |
| DPT 564 | Gerontology & Geriatric Physical Therapy | 2-0 |
| DPT 565 | Sports Physical Therapy | 2-0 |
| DPT 579 | Supervised Clinical Practice-VI | 0-4 |
| DPT 590 | Research Project | 0-6 |
NOTE: Students are required to study The Holy Quran as per the directive of the Government of Pakistan. See section 5 (a) e (i and ii).
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