Doctor of Philosophy in Physiotherapy (By Research)

Highlights about course

Program Level

PhD

Duration

3.5 Years

Tuition Fees

Intake

Ongoing

The Doctor of Philosophy in Physiotherapy at Lincoln University College focuses on the science of physical rehabilitation.

andidates are prepared for a wide range of professions, and they also do research and produce papers to share their own physiotherapy discoveries. A candidate should be competent to diagnose and treat physical problems as well as educate future physiotherapists, patients, and their families by the end of the course.

For successful completion of PhD candidate should publish minimum four research articles in Scopus indexed journals, with Lincoln University College affiliation.

Program Aim

The program Doctor of Philosophy in Physiotherapy will produce professionals who are eligible to:

  • Impart in-depth knowledge and critical understanding of physiotherapy practice including deeper insight into current research.
  • Integrate practical, communication, and interpersonal skills to conduct physiotherapy research.
  • Create and analyze different digital and numeracy skills to critically evaluate physiotherapy research independently.
  • Inculcate acumen in research, innovation, and entrepreneurship.
  • Imbue professional ethics, social responsibility, and values of global research.

Career Opportunities

The program Doctor of Philosophy in Physiotherapy will improve their knowledge of physiotherapy practice and research, advance their career, and give back to the field they experience. The aspirants can pursue prestigious positions as:

  • Consultant / Clinical Physiotherapist
  • Clinical Researcher
  • Higher education lecturer
  • Medical and Health Service Manager
  • Independent Research and Teacher

Subject Highlights

Sl.No. MQA Subject Code Subject Name Credits
1 PHDPT 801 Physiotherapy in Musculoskeletal 3
2 PHDPT 802 Physiotherapy Cardiorespiratory 3
3 PHDPT 803 Physiotherapy Neurology 3
4 PHDPT 804 Sports Physiotherapy 3
5 PHDPT 805 Research Methodology 3
5 PHDPT 806 Computer Application 3
7 PHDPT 807 Thesis

• Physiotherapy
• Musculoskeletal,
• Cardiorespiratory,
• Neurology and
• Sports physiotherapy.

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Entry Requirements

  1. A Master’s Degree (Level 7 Malaysian Qualifications Framework, MQF) in Physiotherapy or related fields accepted by the Lincoln University College (LUC) Senate; or
  2. Other qualifications equivalent to a Master’s Degree (Level 7, MQF) recognized by the Government of Malaysia.
  3. Candidates without a related qualification in the specific field/s or working experience in the relevant fields must undergo appropriate prerequisite courses determined by the LUC.
  4. Bachelor’s Degree (Level 6, MQF) candidates who are registered for Master’s Degree (Level 7, MQF) programs may apply to convert to the Doctoral Degree programmes are subject to the following conditions:
  • Within one year for full-time and within two years for part-time candidates;
  • Having shown competency and capability in conducting research at the Doctoral level through rigorous internal evaluation by the LUC; and 
  • Approval of the LUC Senate.
For international students, the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) a score of 500 OR International English Language Testing A system (IELTS) score of 5.0 OR its equivalent is needed. If a student does not meet this requirement, HEPs must offer English proficiency courses to ensure that the student’s proficiency is sufficient to meet the needs of the programme. This is normally conducted through an assessment process.

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Lincoln University College

Malaysia

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