OVERVIEW

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) Five Years Degree Program Approved by HEC

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

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

  1. Acute Care
  2. Extended Care Facility
  3. Home Health
  4. Outpatient Clinic
  5. Rehabilitation Hospital
  6. Research Center
  7. Wellness, Prevention, Sports, and Fitness Centers

EXAMPLES OF CONDITIONS TREATED BY PHYSICAL THERAPISTS

 

  1. Arthritis
  2. Back Pain
  3. Balance
  4. Burns
  5. Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  6. Developmental Delays
  7. Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
  8. Dislocations
  9. Fractures
  10. Hand Injuries
  11. Headaches
  12. Incontinence
  13. Lymphedema
  14. Osteoporosis
  15. Pelvic Pain
  16. Sports Injuries
  17. Stroke
  18. 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

HOD ( DPT Department )
MS OMPT (Orthopedic Manual Physical therapy)
Syeda Nida Bukhari
Syeda Nida BukhariAssistant Professor
DPT ,
MS NMT ( Neuro-Musculoskeletal Physical Therapy )
Dr. Nimra Azhar
Dr. Nimra AzharLecturer

DPT
MS-OMPT (contd.)

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

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)

Fee Schedule for 2023-24

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 7,500 One Time Only (non-refundable)
IUB Examination Fee 7,000 Per Semester
Library Fee 2,500 Per Semester
IT Fee 3,500 Per Semester
Lab Charges 3,500 Per Semester
Tuition Fee 50,000 Per Semester
Total Fee for First Semester   103,000

Actual as per the regulatory authority

SCHOLARSHIPS:

  • Merit & need based scholarship is offered at the time of admission and are valid for first year only.
  • It is offered on the basis Good Academic Performance, Kinship, Teacher’s Child,  Hafiz-e-Quran, Orphan and Disabled Students.
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
Orphan / Disabled Rs.20,000
Hafiz Quran Rs.10,000
Teacher’s Child Rs.5,000
Kinship Rs.5,000

REFUND SCHEDULE:

  • Refunds will be processed only on written applications and after the approval from the Principal / HOD.
  • All the Charges except admission fee are refundable before the commencement of classes.
  • 50% of tuition fee will be deducted within the 15 days of the commencement of classes.
  • No Refund after one month from the Commencement of classes.
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