Distance learning program

Doctor of Physiotherapy

Sarhad Institute of Allied Health Sciences

5 years 10 semesters 194 credit hours Maximum 7.5 years

Program overview

The Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) is a professional degree that focuses on the diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of movement disorders. This five-year program equips graduates with expertise in physiotherapy techniques to improve patient mobility and quality of life. DPT professionals can work in hospitals, rehabilitation centers, sports clinics, and private practice. Career opportunities include roles as physiotherapists, rehabilitation specialists, and consultants in fitness and wellness.

Eligibility

F.Sc (Pre-Medical) or A-Levels with Equivalency Certificate from IBCC Islamabad with at least 60% marks or an equivalent certificate from a recognized institution.
Candidate with Diploma in relevant field with at least 50% marks in annual system or 2.00 CGPA on the scale of 4.00 in semester system with equivalency certificate from IBCC Islamabad are eligible to apply.
Candidate will have to pass an entry test and an aptitude interview conducted by the University.

Documents required

Matric DMC and Secondary School Certificate
Intermediate DMC & Provisional Certificate, and Higher Secondary School Certificate
Equivalency Certificate from IBCC (For A Level/Other than BISE students)
Bachelors DMC/Transcript and Bachelors Degree
Applicant CNIC / Form B
Father/Guardian CNIC
Domicile
04 Recent Passport size Photographs (Light Blue Background)
NOC from previous University (for Migration/Transfer Cases)
Original Transcript from previous University (for Migration/Transfer Cases)

Program Objectives and Program Outcomes

Program Learning Objectives :

To develop a deep understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, medicines, surgeries and kinesiology specifically related to Physiotherapy.
To equip the students with practical skills in operating the equipment and procedures of the technique including manual therapy, therapeutic exercises and the use of modalities in the field of Physiotherapy and rehabilitation.
To inculcate critical thinking and problem-solving skills to create and implement effective, evidence-based treatment plans in rehabilitation.
To enhance students' understanding of professional and ethical standards in emphasizing the patients of Physiotherapy and rehabilitation ensuring safety, quality and effective communication within the health care team.
To prepare the graduates for leadership roles and continuous development in the field of rehabilitation including participation in research, education and advocacy.

Program Learning Outcomes:

Graduates will demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of medicines, surgical interventions, anatomy, physiology, biochemistry and pathology of the human body relevant to physiotherapy and rehabilitation practices.
Graduates will demonstrate the ability to deliver high-quality patient-centered care that effectively addresses a variety of musculo-skeletal, neurological and cardio-pulmonary conditions.
Graduates will be competent to exhibit proficiency in operating and troubleshooting physiotherapy and rehabilitation equipment and techniques.
Graduates will adhere to the highest ethical standards demonstrating professionalism, effective communication and commitment to patient safety and quality care.
Graduates will demonstrate a leadership role in physiotherapy and rehabilitation, engaging in continuous learning, research and professional advancement in the field and improved patient outcome.

Fee Structure

Program Duration (Years)	5
No. of Semesters	10
Admission Fee (One Time)	10,000
Sem Enrollment/ Exam Fee	20,000
Tuition Fee (Per Sem)	80,469
Security (Refundable)	10,000
Council Registration Fee (One Time)	1,500
Survey Camp/ Clerkship/ Clinical Fee	15,000
Sem-1 Fee	121,969
Sem-2 Fee	100,469
Sem-3 Fee	100,469
Sem-4 Fee	100,469
Sem-5 Fee	115,469
Sem-6 Fee	115,469
Sem-7 Fee	115,469
Sem-8 Fee	115,469
Sem-9 Fee	115,469
Sem-10 Fee	115,469
Total Program Fee	1,116,190

Fees are subject to university policy and may be revised. Please confirm the current payable amount with the Distance Learning Directorate or your selected center.

Scheme of study

Explore the courses included in each semester of this program.

Semester 18 courses

Course code	Course title	Credit hours
DPT 100	Anatomy-I	2-1
DPT 103	Physiology-I	2-1
DPT 105	Kinesiology-I	2-1
ENG 100	Functional English	3-0
GE 110	Introduction to Philosophy	2-0
ND 101	Basic Nutrition	2-0
QT 101	Understanding of Holy Quran-I (Only for Muslims)	0-1
MR 101	Minority Rights in the Constitution of Pakistan-I (Only for Non-Muslims)	1-0

Semester 106 courses

Course code	Course title	Credit hours
DPT 335	Sustainable Development Goals: Health and Wealth Being	2-1
DPT 541	Integumentary Physical Therapy	1-1
DPT 555	Women Health Physical Therapy	2-1
DPT 557	Pediatric Physical therapy	2-1
DPT 579	Supervised Clinical Practice-VI	0-4
RES 485	Capstone Project	0-3

Semester 28 courses

Course code	Course title	Credit hours
DPT 110	Anatomy-II	2-1
DPT 113	Physiology-II	2-1
DPT 115	Kinesiology-II	2-1
GE 116	Quantitative Reasoning-I	3-0
ENG 116	Expository Writing	3-0
GH 103	Pakistan Studies	2-0
QT 300	Understanding of Holy Quran-II (Only for Muslims)	0-1
MR 300	Minority Rights in the Constitution of Pakistan-II (Only for Non-Muslims)	1-0

Semester 35 courses

Course code	Course title	Credit hours
DPT 221	Anatomy-III	2-1
DPT 223	Physiology-III	2-1
DPT 240	Medical Physics	2-1
HS 112	Introduction to Medical Biochemistry	2-1
IT 107	Application of ICT	2-1

Semester 49 courses

Course code	Course title	Credit hours
DPT 234	Anatomy- IV (Neuroanatomy)	2-1
DPT 210	Biomechanics and Ergonomics	2-1
GE 115	Introduction to Sociology	2-0
GE 109	Ideology and Constitution of Pakistan	2-0
GE 305	Civics and Community Engagement	2-0
GE 203	Entrepreneurship	2-0
GH 101	Islamic Studies (Only for Muslims)	2-0
GH 102	Value, Ethics and Society (Only For Non Muslims)	2-0
GS 306	Bioethics	2-0

Semester 57 courses

Course code	Course title	Credit hours
DPT 310	Physiology- IV (Exercise Physiology)	2-1
DPT 315	Pharmacology and Therapeutic-I	2-0
DPT 313	Physical Agents and Electrotherapy-I	2-1
DPT 318	Community Medicine and Rehabilitation	2-1
HS 204	General Pathology	2-1
AI 323	Artificial Intelligence in Health Care	3-0
DPT 319	Supervised Clinical Practice-I	0-3

Semester 67 courses

Course code	Course title	Credit hours
DPT 333	Pharmacology and Therapeutic-II	2-0
DPT 322	Physical Agents and Electrotherapy-II	2-1
DPT 320	Therapeutic Exercise and Techniques	2-1
DPT 323	Manual Therapy	2-1
MB 200	Basic Medical Microbiology	2-1
BIO 307	Molecular Biology and Genetics	2-0
DPT 329	Supervised Clinical Practice-II	0-3

Semester 76 courses

Course code	Course title	Credit hours
DPT 411	Medicine-I	3-0
DPT 413	Surgery-I	3-0
DPT 418	Musculoskeletal Physical Therapy	2-1
DPT 415	Radiology and Diagnostics Imaging	2-1
RES 312	Scientific Writing and Research Methodology	3-0
DPT 430	Supervised Clinical Practice-III	0-4

Semester 87 courses

Course code	Course title	Credit hours
DPT 444	Neurological Physical Therapy	2-1
DPT 432	Medicine-II	3-0
DPT 434	Surgery-II	3-0
DPT 460	Sports Physical Therapy	1-1
MA 219	Biostatics	3-0
DPT 440	Professional Practice in Health Care	2-0
DPT 461	Supervised Clinical Practice-IV	0-4

Semester 97 courses

Course code	Course title	Credit hours
DPT 511	Cardiopulmonary Physical Therapy	2-1
DPT 457	Prosthetics and Orthotics	2-0
DPT 535	Clinical Decision Making and Differential Diagnosis	3-0
DPT 540	Emergency Procedure in Physical Therapy	1-1
DPT 451	Evidence Based Practice	2-1
DPT 568	Geriatric Physical Therapy	2-1
DPT 550	Supervised Clinical Practice-V	0-4

Summer Semester1 course

Course code	Course title	Credit hours
SI 450	Supervised Internship	0-3

Centers offering this program

Current availability based on active center records.

24 centers

Islamabad · Islamabad Capital Territory

Comwave Institute of Sciences & Information Technology

Arain Plaza, Service Road, near Khanna Pul, main Express Highway, Islamabad

Doctor of Physiotherapy

Program overview

Eligibility

Documents required

Program Objectives and Program Outcomes

Program Learning Objectives :

Program Learning Outcomes:

Fee Structure

Scheme of study

Centers offering this program

Comwave Institute of Sciences & Information Technology

Vertex Institute of Science & Technology, Abbottabad.

Apex Institute of Medical Sciences DI Khan (City Campus)

Frontier Institute of Medical Sciences (FIMS), Haripur

ANSI Institute of Management Sciences

Muhammad Ali College of Professional Studies Attock

Bhakkar Institute of Health Sciences, Bhakkar (Provisionally Enlisted)

Pak Pearl College, Kallur Kot (District Bhakkar)

AS College Pindi Bhattian

Royal College Gujranwala

Sherazi Institute of Medical Sciences, Hafizabad (Provisionally Enlisted)

Leads College, Jauharabad District Khushab (Provisionally Enlisted)

Professional College of Technical &amp; Advance Sciences Manga Mandi Lahore

Physio College, Mailsi (Provisionally Enlisted)

Al-Hamd Institute of Medical & Social Sciences (AIMS), Multan (Provisionally Enlisted)

Laeeque Rafique Institute of Health Sciences Multan (City Campus)

Midland College of Health Sciences, Multan (Provisionally Enlisted)

Physio College, Multan (Provisionally Enlisted)

Alliance Institute of Medical Sciences and IT, Pasrur (Provisionally Enlisted)

Aspire College, Sambrial (Provisionally Enlisted)

EDUCAREER Sindh Institute, Sindh

Ikhlas Group Of Colleges

Moomal Group of Colleges

Hidayat Institute of Rehabilitation & Emerging Sciences, Sukkur

Professional College of Technical & Advance Sciences Manga Mandi Lahore