Physical Therapy
Degree Offered: Master of Physical Therapy (M.P.T.) The Master of Physical Therapy at the University of Saskatchewan is a full-time program over two years and six weeks, and consists of ten modules that include academic course work and 30 weeks of clinical practicum experiences. Following the tenth module, there will be one week dedicated to final completion and presentation of a research project that is integrated throughout the curriculum. The program has been designed to offer students a high quality educational experience and to ensure that the University of Saskatchewan continues to offer a program that is consistent with national accreditation standards, other Canadian physical therapy programs, and the leadership direction of national physical therapy professional organizations. Students will graduate with the entry-level requirements to obtain a license to practice physical therapy in Saskatchewan and Canada. Initial work expectations of graduates will be, primarily, the provision of direct client care, rather than advanced research and/or management.
Admission Qualifications:
- Meet Saskatchewan residency requirements*
* For School of Physical Therapy admission residency requirements, please see School of Physical Therapy application form on the web site or School of Physical Therapy section of the University of Saskatchewan Calendar. - Four year baccalaureate degree (in any discipline) from a college or university of acceptable standing
- Human Physiology (6 credit units) – HSC 208.6 or equivalent
- Statistics (3 credit units) – PLSC 314.3 or STAT 245.3 or equivalent
- Basic Human Anatomy (3 credit units) – ACB 210.3 or equivalent
- Minimum 70% average normally calculated using the latest two full years of undergraduate study (or equivalent)
- Qualified applicants will participate in an interview
Note: Meeting the admission qualifications does not guarantee admission to the M.P.T. program.
Total Minimum Credit Units Required: - Master’s: 131 credit units and completion of a major project and participation in research symposium
Residency Requirements: - The normal requirement is that residency at the U. of S. is expected for the duration of the graduate program.
Departmental Website Address: http://www.medicine.usask.ca/pt
Please refer to the Graduate Studies and Research general section of the Calendar for program requirements and policies (i.e., Academic honesty).