Doctor of Physical Therapy Karachi

Doctor of Physical Therapy

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) is a five-year semester-based graduate degree programme recognised by HEC. It is offered concurrently at three distinct locations: Karachi Campus (North Campus, Boat Basin Campus, and Education City).

Mission

To serve mankind, we aim to prepare graduates of Doctor of Physical Therapy as professionals committed to excellence in patient care, equipped with innovative approaches compatible with the evolution of the health profession. These physiotherapy practitioners will be the future leaders in their field, practicing autonomously with an ethical approach, supported by research, critical thinking, and lifelong learning.

Applicants must have secured a minimum of 60% marks in the Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) Examination from a recognised Board of Intermediate Education in Pakistan or hold A Level or other qualifications equivalent to HSC (Science group). Students from overseas, as well as those awaiting the results of their Board of Intermediate or A-level Examinations, are also eligible to apply.

Documents To Be Submitted

Attested copy of SSC / ‘O’ Level (IBCC Equivalence) Certificate
Attested copy of HSC / ‘A’ Level (IBCC Equivalence) Certificate
Attested copy of SSC / ‘O’ Level Mark Sheet
Attested copy of HSC / ‘A’ Level Mark Sheet
Attested copy of NIC or ‘B’ Form of Applicant
Attested copy of NIC of 2 references
Attested copy of NIC of parents/guardian
HSC II Admit Card in case the result is not announced
Applicant’s one (1) passport size photograph

Student Selection

Final selection of students is decided on the basis of their performance in the following:

Secondary School Certificate
Higher Secondary Certificate
Ziauddin University Test
Interview

Aptitude Test

The university conducts an Aptitude Test for all eligible candidates. The test consists of Multiple Choice Questions of various types. The test comprises four to five sections designed to assess each applicant’s performance in the areas of:

Biology
Chemistry
Physics
General Knowledge
English
Analytical Reasoning
Mathematics

The level of questions in sections of Biology, Physics, Mathematics and Chemistry correspond to that expected at the end of Matric & Intermediate Examination or equivalent qualifications.

Interview

Applicants are interviewed to assess their suitability to complete the respective course and pursue a career in health sciences.

Notification Of Admission

University will inform successful applicants and a deadline will be given for the confirmation of admission. Offers not accepted by the given deadline will be cancelled.

ZIAUDDIN COLLEGE OF PHYSICAL THERAPY
ZIAUDDIN UNIVERSITY
DOCTORS OF PHYSICAL THERAPY
First Year Semester-I
S. No	Subjects	Credit Hours
1	Anatomy-I	4(3+1)
2	Functional English	3(3+0)
3	Introduction to Computers	3(2+1)
4	Kinesiology-I	3(2+1)
5	Pakistan Studies	2(2+0)
6	Physiology-I	3(2+1)
		18
First Year Semester -II
S. No	Subjects	Credit Hours
1	Anatomy-II	4(3+1)
2	Physiology-II	3(2+1)
3	Kinesiology-II	3(2+1)
4	Expository Writing	3(3+0)
5	Islamic Studies/Moral Ethics	2(2+0)
6	Sociology	2(2+0)
		17
Second Year Semester III
S. No	Subjects	Credit Hours
1	Anatomy-III	3(2+1)
2	Physiology-III	3(2+1)
3	Biomechanics and Ergonomics-I	3(3+0)
4	Entrepreneurship	2(2+0)
5	Biochemistry -I	2(2+0)
6	Medical Physics	3(2+1)
		16
Second Year Semester IV
S. No	Subjects	Credit Hours
1	Anatomy IV (Neuro Anatomy)	3(2+1)
2	Exercise Physiology	3(2+1)
3	Biomechanics and Ergonomics-II	3(2+1)
4	Molecular Biology and Genetics	2(2+0)
5	Biochemistry -II	3(2+1)
6	Health and Wellness	2(1+1)
	Total	16
Third Year Semester V
S. No	Subjects	Credit Hours
1	Physical Agents and Electrotherapy-I	3(2+1)
2	Pharmacology & Therapeutics-I	2(2-0)
3	Pathology and Microbiology-I	2(2-0)
4	Therapeutic Exercises and Techniques	3(2+1)
5	Biostatistics-I	3(3+0)
6	Behavioural Sciences (Psychology & Ethics)	2(2+0)
7	Supervised Clinical Practice -I	3
		18
Third Year Semester VI
S. No	Subjects	Credit Hours
1	Physical Agents and Electrotherapy-II	3(2+1)
2	Pharmacology & Therapeutics-II	2(2+0)
3	Pathology and Microbiology-II	3(2+1)
4	Manual Therapy	3(2+1)
5	Biostatistics-II	3(3+0)
6	Supervised Clinical Practices-II	4
		18
Fourth Year Semester VII
S. No	Subjects	Credit Hours
1	Scientific Inquiry & Research Methodology	3(2+1)
2	Musculoskeletal Physical Therapy	3(2+1)
3	Radiology and Diagnostic Imaging	3(2+1)
4	Surgery-I	3(3+0)
5	Medicine-I	3(3+0)
6	Supervised Clinical Practices-III	3
		18
Fourth Year Semester VIII
S. No	Subjects	Credit Hours
1	Evidence-Based Practices	3(2+1)
2	Neurological Physical Therapy	3(2+1)
3	Surgery-II	3(3-0)
4	Emergency Procedure and Primary Care in Physical Therapy	3(2+1)
5	Medicine-II	3(3+0)
6	Supervised Clinical Practices-IV	3
		18
Fifth Year Semester IX
S. No	Subjects	Credit Hours
1	Prosthetics & Orthotics	2(2+0)
2	Professional Practices (Law, Ethics & Administrations)	2(2+0)
3	Integumentary Physical Therapy	2(1+1)
4	Clinical Decision Making and Differential Diagnosis	3(3+0)
5	Cardiopulmonary Physical Therapy	3(2+1)
6	Community Medicine & Rehabilitation	3(3+0)
7	Supervised Clinical Practices-V	3
		18
Fifth Year Semester- X
S. No	Subjects	Credit Hours
1	Obstetrics and Gynaecological Physical Therapy	2(1+1)
2	Sports Physical Therapy	2(1+1)
3	Paediatric Physical Therapy	2(1+1)
4	Gerontology and Geriatric Physical Therapy	2(1+1)
5	Supervised Clinical Practices- VI	4
6	Research Project	6
		18
Grand Total Credit Hours		175

Academic Calendar

a) Fall Semester
i. Teaching duration of Fall semester	16 Weeks
ii. Conduct of Mid Semester Exam	01 Week
iii. Preparation of final Fall Semester Exam	01 Week
iv. Conduct of final Fall Semester Exam	02 Weeks
V. Semester Break	01 Week
b) Spring Semester
vi. Teaching duration of Spring Semester	16 Weeks
vii. Conduct of Mid Semester Exam	01 Week
viii. Preparation of final Spring Semester Exam	01 Week
ix. Conduct of final Spring Semester Exam	02 Weeks
Χ. Semester Break	01 Week
c) Interim Semester
xi. Summer/Winter Semester (including examination)	08 Week
xii. Winter/Summer Break	02 Weeks

With the growing advancements and awareness about physical therapy, the need for physical therapists immensely increased in various sectors, both nationally and internationally. After completion of the degree, the graduate can practise independently or work in hospitals, rehabilitation centres, sports clubs, and fitness centres, or may serve in the military as a physical therapist. They can also pursue their careers in different distinguished domains as per their interest and can step up in the world of academia and research.

Both national and international qualified teaching faculty promote better understanding through:

PLO-01: Knowledge, Advancing Clinical Skills in Practice: To amalgamate knowledge in a practice area through understanding advanced clinical skills and critically evaluating and contributing to patient care.

PLO-02: Clinical Decision Making: To perform clinical decision making and implement their practical knowledge.

PLO-03: Evidence-Based Practice: Plan and apply evidence-based physical therapy interventions to address the physical, cognitive, psychosocial, sensory, and other aspects of performance in various contexts and environments.

PLO-04: Community-Based Rehabilitation: Promote inclusion in society and design and implement meaningful community-based rehabilitation projects to initiate and sustain the integration of services into health care services.

PLO-05: Ethics and Moral Values: Uphold the profession’s ethical standards, values, and attitudes. Produce graduates with a strong sense of social justice and the capability and desire to be global professionals by applying ethical principles.

PLO-06: Environment and Sustainability: Implement environmentally sustainable solutions within the context of healthcare practice.

PLO-07: Teamwork: Integrate and work professionally as an individual or part of a multidisciplinary team of rehab professionals, other healthcare providers, and caretakers.

PLO-08: Communication Skills: Communicate in a commendable manner, orally as well as in writing, on complex field-related problems with the rehab community and with society at large, such as being able to comprehend and write effective reports and design documentation, make an effective modification, and give and receive clear instructions.

PLO-9: Project Management: Demonstrate active involvement in professional development, leadership, and advocacy through management skills and apply and inculcate the physical therapy practice by the theoretical knowledge and clinical protocols of the profession as a member and leader in a team to manage.

ZCPT-BOATBASIN
1st Semester
Description	Frequency	Fee/Cr. Hr	# of Cr. Hr	Total Fee
Admission Fee	One-Time	60,000		60,000
Security Deposit (Refundable)	One-Time
Tuition Fee	Per Semester / Per Credit Hour	11,000	18	198,000
Examination Fee	Per Credit Hour	834	18	15,012
Registration Fee	Per Semester	5000		5000
AHPC Registration Fee	Per Year	1000		1000
Total Fees				279,012
ZCPT-NORTH
1st Semester
Description	Frequency	Fee/Cr. Hr	# of Cr. Hr	Total Fee
Admission Fee	One-Time	60,000		60,000
Security Deposit (Refundable)	One-Time	0		0
Tuition Fee	Per Semester / Per Credit Hour	8,950	18	161,100
Examination Fee	Per Credit Hour	834	18	15,012
Registration Fee	Per Semester	5000		5000
AHPC Registration Fee	Per Year	1000		1000
Total Fees				242,112

ZCPT-LINKROAD
1st Semester
Description	Frequency	Fee/Cr. Hr	# of Cr. Hr	Total Fee
Admission Fee	One-Time	50,000		50,000
Security Deposit (Refundable)	One-Time	25,000		25,000
Tuition Fee	Per Semester / Per Credit Hour	7,100	18	127,800
Examination Fee	Per Credit Hour	639	18	11,502
Student Fund	Per Semester			5,000
Total Fees				219,302

Disclaimer: Any additional taxes imposed by the government will be the liability of the students/parents/guardian. The University reserves the right to increase the fees if required according to the recommendation of the Governing Body. Advance fees to be paid semester-wise. All dues need to be cleared within two weeks of commencement of the academic year. A 2% surcharge per month will be levied on outstanding fees after the due date.

Website: https://zu.edu.pk/doctor-of-physical-therapy/

Telephone:

North: +92-21-36629250-51

Clifton: +92-21-35148594, +92-21-35148642

ZU Education City: +92-21-36629250-51

Sukkur: +92-321-3660104

Locate Us:

ZCPT North Nazimabad Site: Ziauddin College of Physical Therapy, Plot # E/40/1/1 – Wahid Colony, Block – B, Karachi.

ZCPT Boat Basin Site: F-6 Block-5 Khayaban-e-Saadi, ZCPT, Boat Basin, Karachi.

ZU Education City: Gadap Town, Karachi

Sukkur: Ziauddin University, Village Dreha, Shikarpur Road, Sukkur

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