Course Structure and Credit Distribution
| Semester | Course Code | Course Title | Credit (L-T-P-C) | Prerequisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | PHYS-101 | Introduction to Human Anatomy | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | PHYS-102 | Basic Physiology | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | PHYS-103 | Biochemistry for Physiotherapy | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | PHYS-104 | Introduction to Biomechanics | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | PHYS-105 | Basic Pharmacology | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | PHYS-106 | Human Development and Growth | 2-0-0-2 | - |
| 1 | PHYS-107 | Basic Microbiology | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 2 | PHYS-201 | Advanced Anatomy and Histology | 3-0-0-3 | PHYS-101 |
| 2 | PHYS-202 | Neuroscience for Physiotherapy | 3-0-0-3 | PHYS-102 |
| 2 | PHYS-203 | Pathophysiology | 3-0-0-3 | PHYS-102 |
| 2 | PHYS-204 | Biomechanics II | 3-0-0-3 | PHYS-104 |
| 2 | PHYS-205 | Pharmacology II | 3-0-0-3 | PHYS-105 |
| 2 | PHYS-206 | Research Methodology | 2-0-0-2 | - |
| 3 | PHYS-301 | Manual Therapy Techniques | 3-0-0-3 | PHYS-201, PHYS-202 |
| 3 | PHYS-302 | Neurological Physiotherapy | 3-0-0-3 | PHYS-202 |
| 3 | PHYS-303 | Orthopedic Physiotherapy | 3-0-0-3 | PHYS-201, PHYS-204 |
| 3 | PHYS-304 | Pediatric Physiotherapy | 3-0-0-3 | PHYS-106 |
| 3 | PHYS-305 | Geriatric Rehabilitation | 3-0-0-3 | PHYS-201 |
| 3 | PHYS-306 | Cardiopulmonary Physiotherapy | 3-0-0-3 | PHYS-203 |
| 4 | PHYS-401 | Sports Physiotherapy | 3-0-0-3 | PHYS-303 |
| 4 | PHYS-402 | Electrotherapy and Ultrasound | 3-0-0-3 | PHYS-301 |
| 4 | PHYS-403 | Clinical Internship I | 6-0-0-6 | PHYS-301, PHYS-302, PHYS-303, PHYS-304, PHYS-305, PHYS-306 |
| 4 | PHYS-404 | Advanced Biomechanics | 3-0-0-3 | PHYS-204 |
| 4 | PHYS-405 | Therapeutic Exercise and Fitness | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 4 | PHYS-406 | Capstone Project | 6-0-0-6 | All previous semesters |
| 5 | PHYS-501 | Specialized Elective I | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 5 | PHYS-502 | Specialized Elective II | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 5 | PHYS-503 | Clinical Internship II | 6-0-0-6 | PHYS-403 |
| 5 | PHYS-504 | Research Paper Writing | 2-0-0-2 | PHYS-206 |
| 6 | PHYS-601 | Advanced Clinical Practicum | 6-0-0-6 | PHYS-503 |
| 6 | PHYS-602 | Final Year Project | 9-0-0-9 | PHYS-406, PHYS-504 |
| 7 | PHYS-701 | Internship in Research | 6-0-0-6 | PHYS-602 |
| 7 | PHYS-702 | Industry Exposure Workshop | 2-0-0-2 | - |
| 8 | PHYS-801 | Final Capstone Research | 9-0-0-9 | PHYS-701 |
| 8 | PHYS-802 | Graduation Project Defense | 3-0-0-3 | PHYS-801 |
Advanced departmental elective courses include:
- Neurological Physiotherapy: This course explores advanced concepts in neurological disorders, including stroke, Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis, and spinal cord injuries. Students learn evidence-based treatment strategies tailored to specific conditions.
- Orthopedic Physiotherapy: Focuses on the assessment and management of musculoskeletal disorders through hands-on clinical techniques and research-driven interventions.
- Pediatric Physiotherapy: Covers developmental milestones, therapeutic exercises for children with special needs, and family-centered care models.
- Cardiopulmonary Physiotherapy: Addresses respiratory conditions and cardiovascular rehabilitation through specialized breathing techniques and exercise protocols.
- Geriatric Rehabilitation: Emphasizes aging-related health issues and strategies to improve quality of life for elderly patients.
- Sports Physiotherapy: Integrates sports science with clinical practice, focusing on injury prevention, rehabilitation, and performance enhancement.
- Manual Therapy Techniques: Provides in-depth training in mobilization, manipulation, and manual traction techniques used in physical therapy.
- Electrotherapy and Ultrasound: Teaches the application of electrical modalities and ultrasound for pain management and tissue healing.
The department's philosophy on project-based learning is centered around fostering critical thinking, innovation, and practical application. Mini-projects are undertaken in the second year to develop foundational research skills, while the final-year thesis/capstone project allows students to explore specialized topics under faculty mentorship.
Students select their projects based on interest areas and availability of faculty mentors. The selection process involves an initial proposal submission, followed by a review panel discussion. Projects are evaluated using a rubric that assesses originality, methodology, findings, and presentation quality.