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Diploma in Physiotherapy

JPT/BPP(U)1000-801/156 Jld.5(16) (01/27)
R2/726/4/0009 MQA/FA 0329

Background of Program

Physiotherapy is a career that focuses on the treatment and rehabilitation of patients with physical injury or disability. The treatment offered by Physiotherapist involved wide range cases such as Geriatrics, Sports related, Paediatrics, Neurology and Cardiopulmonary. The students also will be exposed to the clinical real life experience in treating real patients during the Clinical Posting period. 

Upon completing the Diploma study, students have the autonomy to choose in following their path, whether to further their study to the next level (Bachelor Degree) or to contribute to the society (working).

Physiotherapy is such a profession which reflects service to mankind not only by modalities but also by the “hands that heal.”

The Diploma in Physiotherapy started in January 2012, with just 26 students, and 3 staff members. With continuous growth and enhancement, as of 2023, we have received more and more numbers of students to enroll in this program. 

The Department has continually reviewed objectives and revived strategies keeping in mind the mission and vision of parent institutions in improving the standards of teaching-learning methodologies for students.

Vision:

Our mission statement: “We strive to be fully committed to maintain high academic standards and produce quality graduates with a sense of dedication, being holistic and compassionate in-patient care.”

Mission:

  1. To be an internationally renowned entity in achieving unparalleled academic benchmark through new innovative ideas and strategies.
  2. To be a bona fide advocate in promoting scholarly research that could lead to global benefits and humanity.
  3. To become an excellent facilitator in aspiring scholars to transcend beyond the realm of ordinary comprehension through ethical values and sound department. 

Program Educational Objectives (PEO)

PEO     Description
PEO 1
Integrate knowledge, critical thinking and problem solving to carry out client’s management in physiotherapy fields. (Cluster 1 and 2)
PEO 2
Competence in clinical, communication, leadership, interpersonal, numerical and digital skills in Physiotherapy fields. (Cluster 3)
PEO 3
Adapt the lifelong learning and entrepreneur skills for career development in Physiotherapy fields. (Cluster 4)
PEO 4
Exhibit good professional ethics and code of conduct related to physiotherapy fields. (Cluster 5)

Program Learning Objective (PLO)

PLO     Description
PLO 1
Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge and understanding in physiotherapy study. (domain 1)
PLO 2
Apply critical thinking capabilities and problem solving in physiotherapy practice. (Domain 2)
PLO 3
Demonstrate competence clinical skills to carry out client’s management in physiotherapy fields. (domain 3)
PLO 4
Collaborate together with peers, client’s and healthcare personnel from various sectors. (domain 4)
PLO 5
Demonstrate effective communication skill to the peers, clients and in multidisciplinary team related to health care sector. (domain 5)
PLO 6
Practice competence digital skills to obtain and convey broad range of reliable information to support work or studies. (domain 6)
PLO 7
Carry out basic numerical skill related in physiotherapy practice. (domain 7)
PLO 8
Demonstrate best practice of leadership, autonomy and responsibilities in physiotherapy field. (domain 8)
PLO 9
Adapt an effective self-directed lifelong learning in the field of physiotherapy. (domain 9)
PLO10
Apply entrepreneur skill for career development in Physiotherapy fields. (domain 10)
PLO11
Practice good professional ethics and code of conduct related to physiotherapy fields. (domain 11)

Campus

UCMI Main Campus Batu Muda

Programme Status

Full Accreditation

Programme Code

MQA/FA 0329

Specialisation

Physiotherapy

Study Mode

Full Time

Study Level

Diploma

Intake

December/January , April and September

Duration

3 years

Medium of Instructions

English

Credit Hours

-

Career Prospects

A certified Physiotherapist are eligible to work as:

  • Physiotherapist at:
    • Government or private hospital
    • Physiotherapy centre / Nursing home
    • Community Rehabilitation Centres
    • Self-employed / locum / free lance
  • Physiotherapist Manager
  • Fitness and Sports Therapist
  • Clinical Instructor at Government or Private University and College

Admission Requirements

  • Passed SPM / SPMV / O-Level with minimum 3 credits; 1 of which must be from a Science subject.
  • Passed Certificate from IPTS approved by Ministry of Higher Education with Standard Minimum; or
  • Any qualifications that are recognized by the Malaysian Government; or
  • Overseas qualifications that are recognized by the Malaysian Government.

Admission Fee

RM200

Opportunities For Further Studies :

Opportunities for further studies

 

Diploma in Physiotherapy is accredited program (MQA/FA0329). Students who graduate from the program are able to pursue the study in various Bachelor Degree programs related to practices.



Opportunities for further studies