DOCTOR OF PHYSICAL THERAPY (DPT)
DOCTOR OF PHYSICAL THERAPY (DPT)
Introduction
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. It 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.
Furthermore, the collaboration with King Edward Medical University represents a significant milestone for DPT students, expanding their opportunities for involvement in research initiatives and career growth. This partnership includes joint seminars, research projects and practical training workshops specifically designed to cater to the unique demands of the Doctor of Physical Therapy discipline.
Career Opportunities for Students
The graduates of DPT will be able to take up Career in various fields:
- Jobs in Public and Private Hospitals as Doctor of Physical Therapy
- Personal clinical setup
- Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation centers
- Persue academic and research career in Public and Private Educational Institutions
- Sports Clubs & Teams
- International job placement
Distinctive program features
- Department of Allied Health Sciences registered from Pakistan Allied Health Professionals Council
- Curriculum of DPT designed in accordance with HEC and UG policy 2023.
- For clinical training and hands-on practice, students to be engage in clinical rotations in various hospitals (Indus, Hijaz & Mansoorah Teaching Hospital) and rehabilitation centers
- Offer elective courses that allow students to focus on specific areas of physical therapy practice such as orthopedics, neurology, sports therapy, or geriatrics.
- State-of-the-art clinical simulation labs where students can practice their skills in a controlled environment before working with patients
- Continuous professional development and entrepreneurship trainings to ensure students are market-ready, equipped with the skills and mindset to succeed in the business world
- Student advisory system for guidance and support throughout the academic journey at Qarshi University.
Eligibility Criteria
- Minimum 60% marks in Intermediate (Pre-Medical / A-level or Equivalent).
- Admission test and/or Interview may be required.
Program Structure
DOCTOR OF PHYSICAL THERAPY (DPT) PROGRAM ROAD MAP
(As per HEC Policy)
| Code | Course Title | CrHrs | Pre-Reqs |
| Semester 1 | |||
| DPT101 | Anatomy – I | 3-2-1 | |
| HSS101 | Functional English | 3-3-0 | |
| CCL100 | Application of Information & Communication Technologies | 2-1-3 | |
| CCS201 | Quantitative Reasoning – I | 3-3-0 | |
| PSY101 | Introduction to Psychology | 3-3-0 | |
| HSS103 | Islamic Studies | 2-2-0 | |
| Total CrHrs | 17 | ||
| Semester 2 | |||
| DPT102 | Anatomy – II | 3-2-1 | DPT101 |
| DPT103 | Physiology – I | 3-2-1 | |
| HSS109 | Social Sciences | 2-2-0 | |
| HSS108 | Expository Writing | 3-3-0 | |
| CCS208 | Quantitative Reasoning – II | 3-3-0 | CCS201 |
| HSS104 | Ideology & Constitution of Pakistan | 2-2-0 | |
| Total CrHrs | 16 | ||
| Semester 3 | |||
| DPT201 | Anatomy – III | 3-2-1 | DPT101 |
| DPT202 | Physiology – II | 3-2-1 | DPT103 |
| AHS201 | Biochemistry-I | 3-2-1 | |
| PHY100 | Natural Sciences | 3-2-1 | |
| HSS107 | Arts and Humanities | 2-2-0 | |
| MGT201 | Entrepreneurship, Innovation & Technology | 3-0-0 | |
| Total CrHrs | 17 | ||
| Semester 4 | |||
| DPT203 | Anatomy – IV | 3-2-1 | DPT101 |
| DPT204 | Physiology – III | 3-2-1 | DPT103 |
| AHS202 | Biochemistry – II | 3-2-1 | AHS201 |
| DPT205 | Medical Physics | 3-3-0 | |
| HSS108 | Civics & Community Engagement | 2-2-0 | |
| AHS203 | Epidemiology & Public Health | 3-3-0 | |
| Total CrHrs | 17 | ||
| Semester 5 | |||
| DPT301 | Biomechanics & Ergonomics – I | 3-3-0 | |
| DPT302 | Exercise Physiology | 3-2-1 | |
| DPT303 | Pharmacology – I | 3-3-0 | |
| DPT304 | Behavioral Sciences (Psychiatry & Psychology) | 3-3-0 | |
| DPT305 | Pathology & Microbiology – I | 2-1-3 | |
| DPT306 | Supervised Clinical Practice – I | 3-0-3 | |
| Total CrHrs | 18 | ||
| Semester 6 | |||
| DPT307 | Pathology & Microbiology – II | 2-2-0 | DPT305 |
| DPT308 | Biomechanics & Ergonomics – II | 3-2-1 | DPT301 |
| DPT309 | Physical Agents & Electrotherapy – I | 3-2-1 | |
| DPT310 | Therapeutic Exercises &Techniques | 3-2-1 | |
| AHS301 | Scientific Inquiry & Research Methodology | 3-3-0 | |
| DPT311 | Pharmacology – II | 2-2-0 | |
| DPT312 | Supervised Clinical Practice – II | 3-0-3 | |
| Total CrHrs | 19 | ||
| Semester 7 | |||
| DPT401 | Physical Agents & Electrotherapy – II | 3-2-1 | DPT309 |
| DPT402 | Manual Therapy | 3-2-1 | |
| DPT403 | Medicine – I | 3-3-0 | |
| DPT404 | Health & Wellness | 2-2-0 | |
| DPT404 | Surgery – I | 3-3-0 | |
| DPT405 | Supervised Clinical Practice – III | 3-0-3 | |
| Total CrHrs | 17 | ||
| Semester 8 | |||
| DPT406 | Medicine – II | 3-3-0 | DPT403 |
| DPT407 | Surgery – II | 3-2-1 | DPT405 |
| DPT408 | Radiology & Diagnostic Imaging | 3-2-1 | |
| DPT409 | Musculoskeletal Physical Therapy | 3-2-1 | |
| DPT410 | Human Growth, Development & Community Based Rehabilitation | 2-2-0 | |
| DPT411 | Supervised Clinical Practice – IV | 3-0-3 | |
| Total CrHrs | 17 | ||
| Semester 9 | |||
| DPT501 | Internship/Field Experience | 3-0-0 | |
| DPT502 | Cardiopulmonary Physical Therapy | 3-2-1 | |
| DPT503 | Neurological Physical Therapy | 3-2-1 | |
| DPT504 | Prosthetics & Orthotics | 2-2-0 | |
| DPT505 | Emergency Procedures & Primary Care In Physical Therapy | 3-2-1 | |
| DPT506 | Supervised Clinical Practice – IV | 3-0-3 | |
| Total CrHrs | 17 | ||
| Semester 10 | |||
| DPT507 | Sports Physical Therapy | 3-3-0 | |
| DPT508 | Clinical Decision Making &Differential Diagnosis | 2-2-0 | |
| DPT509 | Obstetrics &Gynaecological Physical Therapy | 2-2-0 | |
| DPT510 | Paediatric Physical Therapy | 2-2-0 | |
| DPT511 | Integumentry Physical Therapy | 2-2-0 | |
| DPT512 | Supervised Clinical Practice – V | 4-0-4 | |
| DPT513 | Capstone Project | 3-0-0 | |
| Total CrHrs | 18 | ||
| Total | 173 |
Course Distribution
| Sr# | Course Domain | No. of Courses | Cr. Hours |
| 1. | General | 12 | 31 |
| 2. | Core | 43 | 121 |
| 3. | Interdisciplinary | 4 | 12 |
| 4. | University Elective | 1 | 03 |
| 5. | Field Experience/Internship | 1 | 03 |
| 6. | Capstone Project | 1 | 03 |
| Total | 173 |