Master of Physiotherapy in

Musculoskeletal Sciences | M.Physio.(Musc.Sci.)

It is a two year full time programme consisting of classroom teaching, self-academic activities and clinical postings, with self-directed evidence based practice.

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Key Information

Course Outcome

After completion of the course the student will acquire:

  • Expertise in Evidence-based skill in the management of disorders including movement dysfunction in concerned specialty.
  • Expertise in  Health promotion, early identification and intervention for quality of life & restoration of function.
  • Expertise in Planning and implementation of treatment programme adequately and appropriately for all clinical conditions, common as well as rare related to respective specialty in acute and chronic stage, in intensive care, indoor, outdoor and institutional care, independent practice, on fields of sports and community and during disaster situations.
  • The pedagogy comprises clinical learning in postings, experiential learning, interactive classroom seminars, individual and class case presentations journal article critical appraisals,  supervised classroom teaching, supervised practical demonstrations, supervision of practicals, guest lectures, camps, field visits, managerial assignments and research dissertation. The teaching-learning process lays emphasis on leadership and integrative thinking as peer group learning.

Pedagogy

The pedagogy comprises clinical learning in postings, experiential learning, interactive classroom seminars, individual and class case presentations journal article critical appraisals, supervised classroom teaching, supervised practical demonstrations, supervision of practicals, guest lectures, camps, field visits, managerial assignments and research dissertation. The teaching-learning process lays emphasis on leadership and integrative thinking as peer group learning.

Milestone

 
2009

Postgraduate program MPTH in Physiotherapy started in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy.

2012

The first batch of students passed as Post graduates.

2018

Increase in students from 9 to 10.

Differentiators

This program enables students to study all aspects of the profession in a systematic way and prepares them to administer physiotherapy management in a holistic manner.

Regular interactive seminars in college help students to share and enhance knowledge. Participating in various inter-college and intra-college competitions with peers help gather acumen to tackle real life scenarios and enhance team skills.

Students enjoy the benefit of choosing their professional career after intensive clinical practice and personal experience during the two year course.

Complete repertoire of skills necessary for becoming a valued and sought after specialisation therapist will be imparted to all students.

Case study analyses, quizzes and lively discussion and other interactive methods during class hours make every student learn the concepts in the most practical way.

An awe inspiring structure based on ancient Gurukul concept in the heart of Mumbai city. The campus provides WiFi enabled conducive learning spaces, laboratories, library, computer lab, research lab & conference hall.

Curriculum

In the first year theoretical basis of physiotherapy is refreshed along with research methodology, biostatistics & teaching technology. The students are rotated in all areas of clinical expertise including their specialty during this period

During the second year the students will be posted in their area of specialty. They are required to complete and submit their dissertation. The learning program includes seminars, journal reviews, case presentations, case discussions and classroom teaching.

University examinations are held at the end of first year and at the end of second year.

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First Year
Professional Practice Research Methodology and Biostatistics
Biomechanics and Clinical Kinesiology Exercise Physiology & Nutrition
Electrophysiology & Electro-diagnosis Physiotherapy Diagnosis & Clinical Decision Making
Advanced Physiotherapeutics  
Second Year
Specialties Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy  
 

Admissions

Admission eligibility for this course is passing of Bachelor of Physiotherapy (B.P.Th) of the university or a degree of another university.Admissions are centrally carried out through a Common Entrance Test PGP-CET.Admission to the course is on the basis of merit; according to the results of the PGP-CET examination conducted by State Government.