Master of Hearing Sciences at The University of Western Australia (UWA)

In the Master of Physiotherapy, you'll be equipped with the skills and knowledge as informed by current and emerging evidence to become a confident, resilient and enterprising physiotherapist. You'll gain an authentic experience of working in clinical environments and health care systems through four clinic practice placements and a work immersive program within a community setting. You'll also undertake units in digital health and technology, business, leadership, and enterprise that will build your capacity for work readiness and empower you to drive innovation in the field. Self-evaluation and reflection will be encouraged with a Knowing Self unit, where you'll be paired with physiotherapy mentors to help you become an agile, engaged and capable health professional.

The Master of Physiotherapy will give you the qualifications and skills you need to become a practicing physiotherapist. Developed in collaboration with health professionals, industry leaders and professional bodies, this course will equip you with the future facing capabilities required to adapt and respond to rapidly occurring changes in health, and the health system. Through problem-based and practical learning experiences, this course will introduce you to a range of health care settings that have widespread community health impact. You will be challenged to reflect your yourself to consider how your values and strengths influence your practice as an emerging physiotherapist.

As a graduate of the Master of Speech Pathology, you will develop the knowledge and skills to work as an autonomous speech pathologist and respond to the needs of individuals and communities who experience difficulties with communication and swallowing. You will have the tools to provide safe, ethical and quality person, family and community-centred practice in complex and changing environments. Working across a range of health, education and private settings, you will provide evidence-based services to people and communities in local, national and global contexts. Effective communication skills will enable you to work in partnership with others and collaboratively in interprofessional teams. You will also develop the tools to lead, advocate and innovate to develop socially responsible and sustainable actions that support every individual's right to optimal communication and swallowing.