The MS Physical Therapy program is designed to strengthen advanced clinical knowledge, research skills, professional practice, and specialized expertise in Orthopedic Physical Therapy and Neuromuscular Physical Therapy.

MS PHYSICAL THERAPY ROADMAP

COURSE SCHEME

MAJOR: ORTHOPEDIC PHYSICAL THERAPY

Semester 1
Course code Course Title Credit hours
OPUL-711 Pectoral Girdle & Upper limb Disorders 3 (2:1)
OPLL-712 Pelvic girdle and Lower Limb Disorders 3 (2:1)
MSAM-713 Advanced musculoskeletal assessment and management principles 3 (2:1)
MSAC-714 Acute Care in Physical Therapy 2(1:1)
OTR-1 Understanding of The Holy Quran-I 1 (0:1)
Total: 12

Semester 2
Course code Course Title Credit hours
OPCT-721 Cervicothoracic and TMJ disorders 3 (2:1)
OPLC-722 Lumbosacrococcygeal disorders 3 (2:1)
MSRP-711 Research Methodology & Biostatistics 3 (2:1)
MSPD-731 Physical Therapy Documentation and Exercise Prescription 2(1:1)
OTR-2 Understanding of The Holy Quran -II 1 (0:1)
Total: 12

Semester 3
Course code Course Title Credit hours
MSAP-711 Professional Ethics and AI Applications in Physical Therapy Practice 3 (3:0)
MSCR-732 Residency 3 (0-3)
MSRP-741 Research project 6 (0-6)
Total: 12

MAJOR: NEUROMUSCULAR PHYSICAL THERAPY

Semester 1
Course code Course Title Credit hours
MSNM-711 Stroke and brain disorder 3 (2:1)
MSNM-712 PNS and spinal cord disorders 3 (2:1)
MSAM-713 Advanced neuromuscular assessment and management principles 3 (2:1)
MSAC-714 Acute Care in Physical Therapy 2(1:1)
OTR-1 Understanding of The Holy Quran -I 1 (0:1)
Total: 12

Semester 2
Course code Course Title Credit hours
MSCA-721 Clinical approaches to Vestibular, balance and gait rehabilitation 3 (2:1)
MSRP-711 Research Methodology & Biostatistics 3 (2:1)
MSWS-721 Wearable sensor technology in Neurorehabilitation 3 (2:1)
MSPD-731 Physical Therapy Documentation and Exercise Prescription 2(1:1)
OTR-2 Understanding of The Holy Quran -II 1 (0:1)
Total: 12

Semester 3
Course code Course Title Credit hours
MSAP-711 Professional ethics and AI Applications in Physical Therapy Practice 3 (3:0)
MSCR-732 Residency 3 (0:3)
MSRP-741 Research project 6 (0-6)
Total: 12

CORE COURSES

Semester 1
Course code Course Title Credit hours
MSAC-714 Acute Care in Physical Therapy 2(1:1)
OTR-1 Understanding of The Holy Quran -I 1 (0:1)
Total: 3

Semester 2
Course code Course Title Credit hours
MSPD-731 Physical Therapy Documentation and Exercise Prescription 2(1:1)
MSRP-711 Research Methodology & Biostatistics 3 (2:1)
OTR-2 Understanding of The Holy Quran -II 1 (0:1)
Total: 6

Semester 3
Course code Course Title Credit hours
MSAP-711 Professional ethics and AI Applications in Physical Therapy Practice 3 (3:0)
MSCR-732 Residency 3 (0-3)
MSRP-741 Research project 6 (0-6)
Total: 12

SPECIALIZED COURSES

Musculoskeletal Physical Therapy (MSK-PT)

Semester 1
Course Title Credit hours
Pectoral Girdle & Upper limb Disorders 3 (2:1)
Pelvic girdle and Lower Limb Disorders 3 (2:1)
Advanced musculoskeletal assessment and management principles 3 (2:1)
Total: 9

Semester 2
Course Title Credit hours
Cervicothoracic and TMJ disorders 3 (2:1)
Lumbosacrococcygeal disorders 3 (2:1)
Total: 6

Neuromuscular Physical Therapy (NM-PT)

Semester 1
Course Title Credit hours
Stroke and brain disorder 3 (2:1)
PNS and spinal cord disorders 3 (2:1)
Advanced neuromuscular assessment and management principles 3 (2:1)
Total: 9

Semester 2
Course Title Credit hours
Clinical approaches to Vestibular, balance and gait rehabilitation. 3 (2:1)
Introduction to wearable sensor technology in neurorehabilitation 3 (2:1)
Total: 6

Total Credit Hours: 36

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN PHYSICAL THERAPY (MS-PT)

PROGRAM OBJECTIVES (POs)

Code Program Objective
PO1 Develop advanced clinical competence in physical therapy assessment, diagnosis, clinical reasoning, and management across diverse patient populations and healthcare settings.
PO2 Enhance specialized knowledge and skills in contemporary physical therapy techniques and evidence-based interventions to optimize functional recovery and improve patient outcomes.
PO3 Foster evidence-based practice and research capacity by enabling graduates to critically appraise, conduct, and apply research for effective clinical decision-making and advancement of physical therapy practice.
PO4 Cultivate professional leadership and ethical practice to prepare graduates to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary healthcare teams and contribute to professional organizations and communities.
PO5 Promote patient-centered and equitable healthcare by developing graduates’ ability to recognize and address social, cultural, economic, and other determinants of health in physical therapy service delivery.
PO6 Prepare graduates for lifelong professional development by equipping them with the knowledge, skills, and competencies required to adapt to emerging trends, technologies, national standards, and international best practices in physical therapy.
PO7 Strengthen healthcare advocacy and professional contribution by preparing graduates to contribute to improved healthcare policies, quality of care, community health, and the advancement of the physical therapy profession.

PROGRAM LEARNING OUTCOMES (PLOs)

Code Program Learning Outcome
PLO 1 Deliver advanced and specialized physical therapy care across diverse clinical and healthcare settings using safe, effective, and patient-centered approaches.
PLO 2 Demonstrate professional leadership and ethical responsibility while contributing positively to healthcare teams, communities, and professional organizations.
PLO 3 Design, conduct, and critically evaluate research, integrating research findings into clinical decision-making and evidence-based practice.
PLO 4 Analyze social, cultural, and economic determinants of health and advocate for improved healthcare policies and equitable service delivery.
PLO 5 Apply advanced physical therapy techniques and interventions to optimize functional recovery and patient outcomes.
PLO 6 Utilize evidence-based treatment and management strategies consistent with national and international best practices.
PLO 7 Accurately assess, diagnose, and classify physical dysfunctions to formulate appropriate, effective, and individualized intervention plans.

 

Eligibility Criteria

  1. Doctor of Physical Therapy, DPT 5 Years, from an HEC-recognized university or equivalent qualification.
  2. NTS / GAT-General test with a minimum score of 50%.
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