Doctor Of Physical Therapy

Program Overview

Credit Hours

179

Duration

5 Years

Semesters

10

Attendance

Full-time

The Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program at Superior University is a 5-year professional doctoral degree at the Allied Health Sciences Faculty in South Asia. The curriculum covers kinesiology, biomechanics, electrotherapy, musculoskeletal rehabilitation, neurological rehabilitation, cardiopulmonary physical therapy, sports physiotherapy, pediatric and neonatal care, and geriatric physical therapy, integrating AI in Healthcare into clinical practice.

Students benefit from fully equipped Physical Therapy Labs, Rehabilitation Clinics, and six supervised clinical rotations at the in-house Chaudhry Muhammad Akram Teaching & Research Hospital (CMATRH), a 600-bed facility providing real patient care experience throughout the program. The 4U1M model ensures one full year of market-level clinical practice before graduation.

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PROGRAM ACCREDITATIONS

Why Choose Doctor Of Physical Therapy at Superior University?
Orthopedic & Neuromuscular Rehabilitation

Orthopedic & Neuromuscular Rehabilitation

Orthopedic and neuromuscular rehabilitation

Manual Therapy & Electrotherapy

Manual Therapy & Electrotherapy

Manual therapy and electrotherapy

Exercise Physiology & Therapeutics

Exercise Physiology & Therapeutics

Exercise physiology and therapeutic techniques

Biomechanics & Kinesiology

Biomechanics & Kinesiology

Biomechanics and kinesiology

Clinical Assessment & Diagnosis

Clinical Assessment & Diagnosis

Clinical assessment and diagnosis

Cardio-Respiratory & ICU Care

Cardio-Respiratory & ICU Care

Airway clearance techniques and functional mobility training for critical care, post-surgical, and cardiac patients.

Professional Certificates

AHPC Registration (Pakistan)

AHPC Registration (Pakistan)

HCPC Registration (United Kingdom)

HCPC Registration (United Kingdom)

NAVTTC Certification

NAVTTC Certification

ISO 17025 Certification

ISO 17025 Certification

Key Skills You Will Learn
Kinesiology, Biomechanics & Exercise Physiology

Kinesiology, Biomechanics & Exercise Physiology

Physical Agents & Electrotherapy

Physical Agents & Electrotherapy

Musculoskeletal & Orthopaedic Physical Therapy

Musculoskeletal & Orthopaedic Physical Therapy

Neurological Rehabilitation

Neurological Rehabilitation

Cardiopulmonary Physical Therapy

Cardiopulmonary Physical Therapy

Manual Therapy & Therapeutic Exercise

Manual Therapy & Therapeutic Exercise

Clinical Decision Making & Evidence-Based Practice

Clinical Decision Making & Evidence-Based Practice

SOAP Documentation & Healthcare AI

SOAP Documentation & Healthcare AI

Career Outcomes

Licensed Physical Therapist

Sports Physiotherapist

Neurological Rehabilitation Specialist

Cardiopulmonary PT Specialist

National Partners

Evercare Hospital Lahore
CMATRH Teaching Hospital
Pakistan Institute of Rehabilitation Medicine
Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation Centre
Specialized Rehabilitation Facility Lahore

Clinical Skills and Tools you will master

Electrotherapy Devices


  • Electrotherapy Equipment (TENS, EMS, Ultrasound)
    Electrotherapy Equipment (TENS, EMS, Ultrasound)

Manual Therapy Tools


  • Therapeutic Exercise & Manual Therapy Techniques
    Therapeutic Exercise & Manual Therapy Techniques

Assessment Equipment


  • Gait Analysis & Biomechanics Lab Equipment
    Gait Analysis & Biomechanics Lab Equipment

Orthotics & Prosthetics


  • Prosthetics & Orthotics Fitting Equipment
    Prosthetics & Orthotics Fitting Equipment

Diagnostic Equipment


  • Radiology & Diagnostic Imaging Interpretation
    Radiology & Diagnostic Imaging Interpretation

Mobilisation Equipment


  • Traction Units & Joint Mobilisation Equipment
    Traction Units & Joint Mobilisation Equipment

Digital Documentation


  • Patient Assessment & Progress Tracking Software
    Patient Assessment & Progress Tracking Software

Research Tools


  • Biostatistics & Research Analysis Software
    Biostatistics & Research Analysis Software

Admissions & Eligibility

Domestic Applicants

Candidates must have completed F.Sc Pre-Medical or an equivalent qualification with a minimum of 60% marks.

International Applicants

Candidates must have completed F.Sc Pre-Medical or an equivalent qualification with a minimum of 60% marks.

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Always refer to the Admissions Office for the current criteria, deadlines and documentation.

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Program Roadmap

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CourseCredit Hours
Fehm-e-Quran - I1
Leading with Character3
Anatomy - I (Theory)2
Anatomy - I (Lab)1
Physiology - I (Theory)2
Physiology - I (Lab)1
Kinesiology I2
Kinesiology I (Lab)1
Behavioral Science3
Social sciences & Genetic Equality3
Islamic Studies2
Total Credit Hours21
CourseCredit Hours
Quantitative Reasoning - I3
Ideology & Constitution of Pakistan2
Molecular Biology & Genetics2
Fehm-e-Quran - II1
Anatomy - II (Lab)2
Physiology - II (Lab)1
Kinesiology II2
Kinesiology II (Lab)1
Anatomy - II (Theory)2
Physiology - II (Theory)2
Applications of Information and Communication Technologies2
Applications of Information and Communication Technologies (Lab)1
Total Credit Hours21
CourseCredit Hours
Principles of Biochemistry I3
Quantitative Reasoning - II3
Anatomy - III (Theory)2
Anatomy - III (Lab)1
Physiology - III (Theory)2
Physiology - III (Lab)1
Functional English3
Biomechanics I (Theory)2
Biomechanics I (Lab)1
Total Credit Hours18
CourseCredit Hours
Biochemistry - II3
Pakistan Studies2
Civics and Community Engagement3
Anatomy - IV (Neuro Anatomy) (Theory)2
Anatomy - IV (Neuro Anatomy) (Lab)1
Medical Physics (Theory)2
Medical Physics (Lab)1
Expository Writing3
Biomechanics & Ergonomics - II (Theory)2
Biomechanics & Ergonomics - II (Lab)1
Total Credit Hours20
CourseCredit Hours
Pathology & Microbiology - I2
Pharmacology & Therapeutics - I2
Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare2
Physical Agents & Electrotherapy - I (Theory)2
Physical Agents & Electrotherapy - I (Lab)1
Supervised Clinical Practice - I3
Community Medicine and Rehabilitation2
Community Medicine and Rehabilitation (Lab)1
Exercise Physiology (Theory)2
Exercise Physiology (Lab)1
Total Credit Hours18
CourseCredit Hours
Professional Practice in Health Care3
Pharmacology & Therapeutics - II2
Therapeutic Exercises & Techniques (Theory)2
Physical Agents & Electrotherapy - II (Theory)2
Physical Agents & Electrotherapy - II (Lab)1
Pathology & Microbiology - II (Theory)2
Supervised Clinical Practice - II3
Sustainable Development Goals: Health & Wellbeing (Lab)1
Therapeutic Exercises & Techniques (Lab)1
Sustainable Development Goals: Health & Wellbeing (Theory)2
Total Credit Hours19
CourseCredit Hours
Musculoskeletal Physical Therapy (Theory)2
Musculoskeletal Physical Therapy (Lab)1
Medicine - I3
Surgery - I3
Supervised Clinical Practice - III3
Radiology & Diagnostic Imaging (Theory)2
Radiology & Diagnostic Imaging (Lab)1
Scientific Inquiry & Research Methodology (Theory)2
Scientific Inquiry & Research Methodology (Lab)1
Total Credit Hours18
CourseCredit Hours
Surgery - II3
Health Care Entrepreneurship3
Medicine - II3
Neurological Physical Therapy (Theory)2
Neurological Physical Therapy (Lab)1
Supervised Clinical Practice - IV4
Sports Physical Therapy (Theory)1
Sports Physical Therapy (Lab)1
Total Credit Hours18
CourseCredit Hours
Cardiopulmonary Physical Therapy (Theory)2
Cardiopulmonary Physical Therapy (Lab)1
Prosthetics & Orthotics2
Clinical Decision Making & Differential Diagnosis3
Emergency Procedures in Physical Therapy2
Evidence Based Practice2
Capstone Project / Research Project3
Evidence Based Practice (Lab)1
Supervised Clinical Practice - V4
Total Credit Hours20
CourseCredit Hours
Geriatric Physical Therapy (Lab)1
Integumentary Physical Therapy2
Women's Health Physical Therapy3
Pediatric & Neonatal Physical Therapy (Lab)1
Manual Therapy (Theory)2
Pediatric & Neonatal Physical Therapy (Theory)2
Geriatric Physical Therapy (Theory)2
Supervised Clinical Practice - VI4
Internship3
Manual Therapy (Lab)1
Total Credit Hours21
(DPT) | Restore movement. Rebuild lives. Become the healthcare professional who brings patients back from injury, surgery, neurological impairment, and chronic disease to the full dignity of independent living.

Specializations

Musculoskeletal & Orthopaedic Rehabilitation
Musculoskeletal & Orthopaedic Rehabilitation
Neurological Rehabilitation
Neurological Rehabilitation
Sports Physical Therapy
Sports Physical Therapy
Cardiopulmonary Physical Therapy
Cardiopulmonary Physical Therapy
Paediatric & Neonatal Physical Therapy
Paediatric & Neonatal Physical Therapy
Geriatric Physical Therapy & Women's Health
Geriatric Physical Therapy & Women's Health

TRANSFORMATIONAL JOURNEY

Discover your 3C Advantage

Character


Compassionate Care as a Professional Standard — Physical therapists work with patients at their most vulnerable — post-surgery, post-stroke, in chronic pain. This program builds practitioners who lead with empathy, patient dignity, and a deep ethical commitment to placing the patient's recovery above all other considerations.

Courage


The Courage to Walk Patients Back to Life — Rehabilitation is a long, non-linear process requiring patience, creativity, and the courage to try new clinical approaches when standard protocols fall short. Students develop the clinical confidence and professional resilience to navigate complex cases with both evidence-based rigor and compassionate persistence.

Competence


Clinical Excellence Across Every Specialty — Students build hands-on competence across musculoskeletal, neurological, cardiopulmonary, sports, paediatric, geriatric, and women's health physical therapy — graduating as versatile practitioners capable of performing at the highest clinical standard across hospitals, clinics, sports facilities, and community settings.

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

The Doctor Of Physical Therapy DPT is a 5-year degree program comprising 10 semesters. It is meticulously designed to ensure employability by integrating Superior University's 4U1M framework (Four years in University, One year in Market), providing students with practical, hands-on industry experience before graduation.

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