Doctor of Physical Therapy
Allied Health Sciences
We are offering admission in
Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
(5 years Degree Program Approved by HEC)
- OVERVIEW
- DEGREE DETAILS
- GOALS OF THE PROGRAMME
- CAREER PROSPECTS
- Faculty
- ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
- FEE DETAILS
Physical therapy is an essential segment of modern health care system. It is a “science of healing and art of caring”. It pertains to the clinical examination, evaluation, assessment, diagnosis and treatment of musculoskeletal, Neurological, Cardio-Vascular and Respiratory systems’ functional disorders including symptoms of pain, edema, physiological, structural and psychosomatic ailments.
Physical therapy deals with methods of treatment based on movement, manual therapy, physical agents, and therapeutics modalities to relieve the pain and other complications.
Hence, Physical therapy covers basic parameters of healing sciences i.e. preventive, promotive, diagnostic, rehabilitative, and curative.
Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) is a Five Years Degree Program Approved by HEC
| Sr. No | Subjects | Credit Hours |
| 1 | Anatomy – I | 4(3-1) |
| 2 | Physiology – I | 3(2-1) |
| 3 | Kinesiology – I | 3(2-1) |
| 4 | English – I (functional English) | 3(3-0) |
| 5 | Pakistan Studies | 2(2-0) |
| 6 | Introduction To Computer | 3(2-1) |
| TOTAL | 18 | |
| Sr. No | Subjects | Credit Hours |
| 1 | Anatomy – II | 4(3-1) |
| 2 | Physiology – II | 3(2-1) |
| 3 | Kinesiology – II | 3(2-1) |
| 4 | English – II (Communication Skills) | 3(3-0) |
| 5 | Islamic Studies / Ethics | 2(2-0) |
| 6 | Sociology | 2(2-0) |
| TOTAL | 17 | |
| Sr. No | Subjects | Credit Hours |
| 1 | English – III (technical Writing & Presentation Skills) | 3(3-0) |
| 2 | Medical Physics | 3(2-1) |
| 3 | Anatomy – III | 3(2-1) |
| 4 | Physiology – III | 2(2-1) |
| 5 | Biomechanics & Ergonomics – I | 3(3-0) |
| 6 | Biochemistry – I | 2(2-0) |
| TOTAL | 17 | |
| Sr. No | Subjects | Credit Hours |
| 1 | Anatomy – IV (neuro Anatomy) | 3(2-1) |
| 2 | Biomechanics & Ergonomics – II | 3(2-1) |
| 3 | Health & Welness | 2(2-0) |
| 4 | Biochemistry – II | 3(2-1) |
| 5 | Exercise Physiology | 3(2-1) |
| 6 | Molecular Biology & Genetics | 2(2-0) |
| TOTAL | 16 | |
| Sr. No | Subjects | Credit Hours |
| 1 | Pathology & Microbiology – I | 2(2-0) |
| 2 | Pharmacology & Therapeutics – I | 2(2-0) |
| 3 | Physical Agents & Electrotherapy – I | 3(2-1) |
| 4 | Therapeutic Exercises & Techniques | 3(2-1) |
| 5 | Biostatistics – I | 3(3-0) |
| 6 | Behavioral Sciences ( Pcychology & Ethics) | 2(2-0) |
| 7 | Supervised Clinical Practice – I | 3(0-3) |
| TOTAL | 18 | |
| Sr. No | Subjects | Credit Hours |
| 1 | Pathology & Microbiology II | 3(2-1) |
| 2 | Pharmacology & Therapeutics II | 2(2-0) |
| 3 | Physical Agents & Electrotherapy –II | 3(2-1) |
| 4 | Biostatistics Ii (university Optional) | 3(3-0) |
| 5 | Community Medicine & Rehabilitation | 3(3-0) |
| 6 | Supervised Clinical Practice II | 3(0-3) |
| TOTAL | 17 | |
| Sr. No | Subjects | Credit Hours |
| 1 | Medicine I | 3(3-0) |
| 2 | Surgery I | 3(3-0) |
| 3 | Radiology & Diagnostic Imaging | 3(2-1) |
| 4 | Musculoskeletal Physical Therapy | 3(2-1) |
| 5 | Evidence Based Practice | 3(2-1) |
| 6 | Supervised Clinical Practice III | 3(0-3) |
| TOTAL | 18 | |
| Sr. No | Subjects | Credit Hours |
| 1 | Medicine II | 3(3-0) |
| 2 | Surgery II | 3(3-0) |
| 3 | Neurological Physical Therapy | 3(2-1) |
| 4 | Scientific Inquiry & Research Methodology | 3(2-1) |
| 5 | Emergency Procedures & Primary Care In Physical Therapy | 3(2-1) |
| 6 | Supervised Clinical Practice IV | 3(0-3) |
| TOTAL | 18 | |
| Sr. No | Subjects | Credit Hours |
| 1 | Cardiopulmonary Physical Therapy | 3(2-1) |
| 2 | Prosthetics & Orthotics | 2(2-0) |
| 3 | Clinical Decision Making & Differential Diagnosis | 3(3-0) |
| 4 | Manual Therapy | 3(2-1) |
| 5 | Professional Practice (laws, Ethics &administration) | 2(2-0) |
| 6 | Integumentry Physical Therapy | 2(2-0) |
| TOTAL | 18 | |
| Sr. No | Subjects | Credit Hours |
| 1 | Obstetrics & Gynaecological Physical Therapy | 2(2-0) |
| 2 | Paediatric Physical Therapy | 2(2-0) |
| 3 | Gerontology & Geriatric Physical Therapy | 2(2-0) |
| 4 | Sports Physical Therapy | 2(2-0) |
| 5 | Supervised Clinical Practice VI | 4(0-4) |
| 6 | Research Project | 6 |
| TOTAL | 18 | |
GOALS OF THE PROGRAMME
Physical therapists are health care professionals who diagnose and treat individuals of all ages with medical problems or other health-related conditions that limit their abilities to move and perform functional activities in their daily lives.
Areas of Practice
- Acute Care
- Extended Care Facility
- Home Health
- Outpatient Clinic
- Rehabilitation Hospital
- Research Center
- Wellness, Prevention, Sports, and Fitness Centers
EXAMPLES OF CONDITIONS TREATED BY PHYSICAL THERAPISTS
- Arthritis
- Back Pain
- Balance
- Burns
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Developmental Delays
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Dislocations
- Fractures
- Hand Injuries
- Headaches
- Incontinence
- Lymphedema
- Osteoporosis
- Pelvic Pain
- Sports Injuries
- Stroke
- Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
Career Prospects
Public Sector
- Physiotherapist in an Academia and Universities
- Physiotherapist to many sports team of government Institutes
- Seats Major Hospitals and Rehabilitation Centers
- Extended Physiotherapy services to all districts (at least 4) and tehsil (at least two) head quarter hospitals
- Physiotherapy services extended to Rural Area
Private Sector
- Physiotherapist Clinic in Community
- Private Hospitals and Rehabilitation Centers
- Physiotherapy Gyms
- Consultants for Private Sports Teams
Faculty
Dr. Adeel Mateen Qureshi
Head of Department
Dr. Nimra Azhar
Lecturer
Dr. Afifa Sarwar
Lecturer Physical Therapy
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
i. F.Sc. (Pre-Medical) with minimum 60% marks
OR
ii. A-Levels (Biology, Physics & Chemistry)
OR
iii. Equivalent with minimum 60% marks, equivalence from IBCC
will be required
Fee Schedule 2024 – 25
| Description | Amount in PKR | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Prospectus Fee | 1,000 | One Time Only (non-refundable) |
| Application Submission Fee | 1,000 | One Time Only (non-refundable) |
| Admission Fee | 15,000 | One Time Only (non-refundable) |
| Security Refundable | 10,000 | One time only (Refundable) |
| Document Verification Fee | 2,000 | One Time Only (non-refundable) |
| IUB Registration Fee * | 10,400 | One Time Only (non-refundable) |
| IUB Examination Fee * | 8,000 | Per Semester |
| Library Fee | 2,500 | Per Semester |
| IT Fee | 3,500 | Per Semester |
| Lab Charges | 3,500 | Per Semester |
| Tuition Fee | 51,100 | Per Semester |
| Total Fee for First Semester | 108,000 | |
| Total Fee for 2nd Semester onwards* | 68,600 |
- Merit & need-based scholarship is offered at the time of admission and are valid for the first year only.
- It is offered on the basis of Good Academic Performance, Kinship, Teacher’s Child, Hafiz-e-Quran, Orphan and Disabled Students.
- * Schedule of IUB registration, examination and tuition will be changed as per University instructions.
| Merit-Based Scholarship Criteria | |
|---|---|
| Marks Between 801 To 900 | Rs.5,000 |
| Marks Between 900 To 950 | Rs.10,000 |
| Marks Between 951 To 1000 | Rs.15,000 |
| Marks Between 1001 To 1050 | Rs.20,000 |
| Marks above 1051 | Rs.25,000 |