Course Details

MPT

🧠🦴 MPT (Master of Physiotherapy) – Full Course Details 

🔹 What is MPT? 

MPT stands for Master of Physiotherapy, a 2-year postgraduate program designed to provide advanced clinical skills and academic knowledge in physiotherapy. 

It focuses on rehabilitation, movement sciences, manual therapy, exercise therapy, and electrotherapy used to treat physical disabilities and injuries. 

✅ MPT Eligibility Criteria 

Criteria  Details 

Educational Qualification  Must have completed BPT (Bachelor of Physiotherapy) from a recognized university 

Minimum Marks  Minimum 50%–55% aggregate in BPT (may vary by college) 

Internship Requirement  Completion of 6-month compulsory internship after BPT 

Entrance Exams (if any)  Some universities conduct entrance exams (like IPU CET, CUCET); others offer merit-based admission 

Nationality  Indian Nationals and Foreign Nationals (as per institution rules) 

Age Limit  Usually no upper age limit (check individual university norms) 

⏳ MPT Course Duration 

Component  Duration  Details 

Total Duration  2 years  Divided into 4 semesters 

Clinical Training  Ongoing  Involves clinical practice, patient care, and hospital postings throughout the course 

📚 MPT Course Structure (Subject-Wise Breakdown) 

🔸 Specializations Offered in MPT (may vary by college): 

• Orthopedics (Musculoskeletal) Physiotherapy 
• Neurological Physiotherapy 
• Cardiopulmonary Physiotherapy 
• Sports Physiotherapy 
• Pediatrics Physiotherapy 
• Geriatric Physiotherapy 
• Community-Based Rehabilitation 
• Manual Therapy 

🔹 Semester-wise Academic Structure 

🗓️ Semester 1 

• Advanced Anatomy and Physiology 
• Biomechanics and Kinesiology 
• Research Methodology and Biostatistics 
• Fundamentals of Physiotherapy Specializations 
• Clinical Observation Posting 

🗓️ Semester 2 

• Evaluation and Diagnosis Techniques in Physiotherapy 
• Electrotherapy & Exercise Therapy (Advanced) 
• Principles of Rehabilitation 
• Specialization-Specific Core Subject I 
• Clinical Case Studies and Minor Project 

🗓️ Semester 3 

• Advanced Clinical Practice in Specialization 
• Pharmacology for Physiotherapists 
• Teaching Methodology and Education Technology 
• Dissertation Work Begins 
• Hospital-Based Clinical Rotations 

🗓️ Semester 4 

• Dissertation Submission and Viva 
• Advanced Techniques and Innovations in Physiotherapy 
• Clinical Practice Management 
• Final Evaluation (Theory + Practical + Oral) 

🏥 MPT Practical & Clinical Training 

• Hands-on patient care under supervision 
• Clinical rotations in ICU, orthopedics, neurology, pediatrics, and sports rehab centers 
• Exposure to assistive devices, rehab planning, and post-surgical care 
• Use of modern physiotherapy equipment 
• Seminars, journal clubs, and case presentations 

📋 MPT Course Criteria 

Requirement  Details 

Attendance  Minimum 75% theory and 80% practical/clinical attendance mandatory 

Internal Assessments  Regular unit tests, assignments, and clinical evaluations 

University Examinations  Conducted at the end of each semester (theory + viva + clinical exam) 

Dissertation/Project  Research-based project submission and defense in the final semester 

Passing Marks  Minimum 50% in each subject (theory and practical separately) 

Internship (Post-BPT)  Must have completed before MPT admission (not part of MPT curriculum) 

Registration  Must be registered with State Physiotherapy Council or RCI, if applicable 

🎯 Career Options After MPT 

• Specialist Physiotherapist (Hospital/Clinic/Sports Teams) 
• Rehabilitation Center Expert 
• Academic Roles (Lecturer, Assistant Professor in Physiotherapy colleges) 
• Private Practice or Clinic 
• Researcher or Consultant in NGOs, Defense, Health Startups 
• Further Studies (Ph.D. in Physiotherapy)