Faculty: Health Sciences Physiotherapy focuses on the assessment, treatment, and prevention of physical disabilities and movement dysfunctions. Students develop skills in musculoskeletal, neurological, and cardiorespiratory physiotherapy, as well as rehabilitation techniques and patient care. Graduates are prepared for careers in hospitals, clinics, rehabilitation centers, and sports facilities. **Learning Objectives:** - Understand the fundamentals of physiotherapy and rehabilitation. - Develop skills in musculoskeletal, neurological, and cardiorespiratory physiotherapy. - Learn techniques for assessing and treating physical disabilities and movement dysfunctions. - Explore principles of rehabilitation, patient care, and therapeutic exercises. - Analyze and interpret physiotherapy data and research findings. - Develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and clinical skills for effective physiotherapy practice. **Major Outline:** 1. **Introduction to Physiotherapy** - Overview of key concepts, principles, and practices in physiotherapy. - Fundamentals of human anatomy, physiology, and kinesiology. 2. **Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy** - Principles of musculoskeletal physiotherapy, including assessment and treatment of musculoskeletal conditions. - Techniques for managing musculoskeletal injuries and disorders. 3. **Neurological Physiotherapy** - Principles of neurological physiotherapy, including assessment and treatment of neurological conditions. - Techniques for managing neurological disorders and improving functional mobility. 4. **Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapy** - Principles of cardiorespiratory physiotherapy, including assessment and treatment of cardiovascular and respiratory conditions. - Techniques for managing cardiorespiratory disorders and enhancing cardiopulmonary function. 5. **Rehabilitation Techniques** - Principles of rehabilitation techniques, including therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, and electrotherapy. - Techniques for developing and implementing rehabilitation programs. 6. **Patient Care in Physiotherapy** - Principles of patient care in physiotherapy, including patient assessment, goal setting, and treatment planning. - Techniques for providing compassionate and effective patient care. 7. **Clinical Placement** - Real-world experiences in physiotherapy settings, including clinical rotations, internships, and hands-on practice in hospitals, clinics, or rehabilitation centers. - Application of learned skills in practical physiotherapy scenarios. 8. **Capstone Project in Physiotherapy** - Comprehensive project applying skills in musculoskeletal, neurological, or cardiorespiratory physiotherapy. - Delivery of a polished physiotherapy project, research paper, or presentation. **Assessment Methods:** - Musculoskeletal physiotherapy reports, neurological physiotherapy projects, cardiorespiratory physiotherapy studies, rehabilitation technique plans, patient care projects, clinical placement reports, capstone projects, group projects, and presentations. **Recommended Textbooks:** - "Physiotherapy" by various authors. - "Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy" by various authors. - "Neurological Physiotherapy" by various authors. - "Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapy" by various authors. - "Rehabilitation Techniques" by various authors. - "Patient Care in Physiotherapy" by various authors. **Prerequisites:** Basic knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and kinesiology. Suitable for students interested in physical rehabilitation, patient care, and healthcare services. **Major Duration:** Typically 3-4 years for a bachelor's degree, including coursework, clinical placements, and internships. Additional advanced degrees or certifications may be required for specialized roles. **Certification:** Graduates may receive a degree in Physiotherapy and pursue further education or professional certifications, such as a Master of Physiotherapy or specialized certifications in areas like sports physiotherapy or gerontological physiotherapy. **Target Audience:** Aspiring physiotherapists, rehabilitation specialists, sports therapists, and individuals seeking careers in hospitals, clinics, rehabilitation centers, and sports facilities. This major equips students with the clinical, technical, and patient care skills needed to excel in physiotherapy, supporting careers in various rehabilitation and healthcare settings.