Degree programme specification
The bachelor's degree in physiotherapy is the basic, entry-level university education for physiotherapists. It is designed so that upon successful completion you will be able to implement diagnostic, therapeutic and preventive procedures and methods in the rehabilitation process of the patient.
Due to the positioning of the field of physiotherapy in the Faculty of Sports Studies, the study also focuses on all aspects of "healthy sporting", as sport itself is one of the tools of a healthy lifestyle in the primary and secondary prevention of civilisation diseases. You will be able to develop a physiotherapy plan to compensate for the unilateral sports load, which enhances the quality of the training process. Such a sport focus in physiotherapy is unique in our department - in fact, it is not a common part of the curriculum in other faculties.
Is studying the programme for you?
Answer these questions:
Are you attracted to the socially prestigious work of an undergraduate healthcare professional?
Would you like to help the sick and weakened?
Do you want to look for connections between health and illness and be able to influence them?
Would you like to fight against diseases of civilization?
Do you feel able to cope with a demanding programme of study?
Are you attracted to working with the sporting population?
Would you like to work with sports teams?
Would you like to have job security after graduation?
Then we would love to welcome you to our team.
Study plans
Studies
- Objectives
The goal of the three-year Bachelor's degree program in Physiotherapy is to prepare highly qualified professionals for the healthcare profession of a physiotherapist. Graduates will be equipped to work in preventive, diagnostic, and therapeutic care within medical rehabilitation and other areas of comprehensive rehabilitation.
Graduates will be prepared not only for employment in healthcare facilities providing comprehensive physiotherapy services (hospitals, rehabilitation clinics, rehabilitation institutes, social care institutions, and spa facilities) but will also find opportunities in physiotherapeutic and regenerative care for athletes at all levels.
The program reflects the latest trends and needs in the field of physiotherapy and medical rehabilitation while also strengthening its focus on physiotherapy in sports.
- Learning Outcomes
After successfully completing his/her studies the graduate is able to:
- have knowledge of fundamental theoretical and methodological concepts in rehabilitation and other medical sciences on which rehabilitation is based.
- explain the connections and relationships between rehabilitation and other medical science disciplines.
- appropriately apply various rehabilitation approaches based on specific diagnoses
- design a simple research model in the field of rehabilitation based on scientific methodology
- reflect on ethical value principles and positively motivate patients throughout the rehabilitation process
- methodologically correctly argue in favor of chosen therapeutic rehabilitation approaches for a patient with a specific diagnosis, using relevant knowledge
- Occupational Profiles of GraduatesAs a graduate of the bachelor's degree programme in physiotherapy at FSpS MU you will be profiled to work as a physiotherapist in health care facilities providing complex rehabilitation care. You will be able to clinically examine an individual's musculoskeletal system, determine the key problem and design and apply a rehabilitation plan based on the acquired theoretical and practical knowledge.Equally, you will be prepared to become a physiotherapist in sports teams, clubs and organisations. You will be able to design a preventative or therapeutic movement programme for them, leading to a reduction in the negative impact of individual sports on the musculoskeletal system for performance and recreational athletes of all age groups, able-bodied and disabled populations.
- Regulated Professions
- Physiotherapist
- Practical Training
Practical training takes place in the form of continuous internships, which you complete in healthcare facilities during each semester. Long-term 3-4 week professional practice implemented in contracted medical and spa facilities throughout the Czech Republic and abroad can be chosen by you according to your professional interest, as well as sports club.
You will then apply your knowledge and experience during practical training, where you will also have the opportunity to learn about the operation and work of a physiotherapist in professional departments and actively participate in diagnostic and therapeutic procedures with patients.
- Goals of Theses
Guidelines for topic selection (Clear and comprehensive treatment of the current level of knowledge in relation to the topic of the thesis, diagnosis. Diagnosis and therapy of a patient with a given diagnosis, including the elaboration and defence of a case study and the elaboration of a bachelor's/master's thesis, are regulated by the FSpS guidelines. Students can find the guidelines and instructions for the state examination on the faculty website http://www.fsps.muni.cz/studenti/bc-nmgr-studium/statni-zaverecne-zkousky-931.html.
- Access to Further Studies
Upon successful completion of the Bachelor's degree and the award of the academic degree of Bc., you will be prepared to practise as a professional physiotherapist.
If you are interested in further expanding your specialization, you can continue your studies with a Master's degree.
Basic information
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