MAHSA University

Overview of Diploma in Physiotherapy in MAHSA University Malaysia

MAHSA University’s Diploma in Physiotherapy is a 3-year programme for students who have emerged successfully from SPM or its equivalent, and are committed to a future as physiotherapists intent on alleviating physical disabilities and improving the physical human condition.

Students learn to manage and avert the problems that affect the physical functioning of the human body, and to maximize the physical body's movement and agility, with the primary objective of enabling patients to achieve optimal and maximum independence in movement and function. Students learn proven techniques that help manage disorders of the human body for people of all ages.

Students also learn how to provide treatment and care while rehabilitating patients with physical and psychological deficiencies. They will also study subjects such as anatomy, physiology, behavioural science, exercise therapy, electrotherapy, kinesiology and also the communication skills that will enable them to adequately and effectively interact with and counsel their patients.

Programme Structure of Diploma in Physiotherapy in MAHSA University Malaysia

Entry Requirement of Diploma in Physiotherapy in MAHSA University Malaysia

OR

• SPM or equivalent with PASS in Bahasa Melayu and English and 5 credits in the following subjects:

  • Mathematics

  • ONE science subject (Biology/Physics/Chemistry/General Science/Applied Science); and

  • Any other THREE subjects (including Bahasa Malaysia and/or English if credits)

  *Having SPM referring to pass SPM with at least pass in Bahasa Melayu and History*

• Pass GCE O-Level or equivalent with PASS in Bahasa Melayu or English and 5 Grade C in the following subjects:

  • Mathematics

  • ONE science subject (Biology/Physics/Chemistry/General Science/Applied Science); and

  • Any other THREE subjects (including Bahasa Melayu and/or English if obtained Grade C)

OR

OR

• Certificate (Level 3 MQF) in the field of Health Science with minimum CGPA of 2.75

• Other recognized qualification of equivalence

English proficiency for international student:

• IELTS (4.0)

• TOEFL IBT (30-31)

• TOEFL PBT (397)

• CAM ENG ADV–CAE (160)

• CAM ENG PROF–CPE (180)

• Pearson Test English–PTE (30)

• MUET (Band 2)

Career Prospects of Diploma in Physiotherapy in MAHSA University Malaysia

• Physiotherapy clinics and multidisciplinary clinics (for example, chiropractic clinics)

• Child development centres

• Community health centres

• Fitness centres

• Sport and recreation facilities

• Home care and continuing care facilities

• Hospitals and rehabilitation centres

Advantages of Diploma in Physiotherapy in MAHSA University Malaysia

Quality

The Diploma in Physiotherapy is designed in consultation with a panel of local and international experts, resulting in a highly sought after curriculum that combines theoretical learning and practical sessions in physiotherapy clinics and hospitals.

Clinical Exposure

Students of the Diploma in Physiotherapy gain experience in our rather exhaustive list of panel of hospitals throughout Malaysia

Affordable

Tuition fees for the Diploma in Physiotherapy are kept at an affordable level, to ensure there are little barriers to a good quality education.

Recognition

The Diploma in Physiotherapy is accredited by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency and Ministry of Higher Education Malaysia and recognized by the Ministry of Health, Malaysia.

Awarded by
MAHSA University

The Diploma in Physiotherapy is awarded by MAHSA University, a leader in Medical and Health Science Education in Malaysia