Bachelor of Physiotherapy

About the course

The Bachelor of Physiotherapy prepares you to practise effectively and ethically as a primary-contact physiotherapist. You’ll build strong foundations in anatomy, physiology, biomechanics, neuroscience and pain sciences, alongside therapeutic exercise and related health knowledge. The course emphasises person-centred, evidence-based care and developing strategies to prevent and manage injury and illness across the lifespan. This is a 4-year Bachelor Degree in Physiotherapy.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue physiotherapy roles across diverse healthcare settings, working with people of different ages, abilities and cultural backgrounds. Career pathways may include hospital and outpatient services, private practice, community and rehabilitation services, chronic disease management, and injury prevention and performance support. The degree supports autonomous practice and teamwork using contemporary evidence and technologies. This is a Bachelor-level qualification in Physiotherapy.

Living Costs in Gold Coast**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 22 - 29	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,564 - 2,068	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,096 - 1,449
Transportation (Daily) A$ 3 - 9	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 234 - 310

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)