Master of Science in Physical Therapy (International Program)

This Master Program will endorse the potential of graduates to apply the knowledge and skills of academic, professional, and research. These would go along with the moral, ethics, and cultural awareness. The graduates would be leaders in management of movement impairment and promote the wellness of population in Southeast Asia and other regions.

Asst.Prof.Dr. Pagamas Piriyaprasarth

Program director

024415450 #21706


pagamas.pir@mahidol.ac.th

Asst.Prof.Dr. Fuengfa Khobkhun

Program secretary

024415450 #21604


fuengfa.kho@mahidol.ac.th

Ms. Areerat Ngamkhum

Program officer

024415450 #20205


areerat.ngm@mahidol.ac.th

Mr. Khanakorn Korkijthamkul

Program officer

024415450 #30102


Khanakorn.kor@mahidol.ac.th
Program Learning Outcomes
  1. Present the appropriate ethical management in research and profession.
  2. Describe the updated knowledge, technology, and evidences in physical therapy.
  3. Apply physical therapy related knowledge and innovative ideas in research.
  4. Demonstrate interpersonal relationship and teamworking skill.
  5. Communicate effectively in academic environments.
  6. Produce physical therapy research in the publishable quality.
The Application Process

The students will have to take tests for English proficiency and essential contents in physical therapy. The provisional status might be offer before complete acceptance. The courses for improving English skills and essential knowledge in Physical Therapy are also provided for the provisional candidate.

To apply in the program, please prepare the documents as following;

  • Result of the English score testing by MU Grad PLUS or TOEFL iBT or IELTS (2 years validation)
  • Curriculum vitae
  • Brief description of your research interest
  • Transcript in Bachelor degree and/or higher degree

Admission Requirements
  • Students must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy and a Graduate Diploma degree in Physical Therapy
  • Receive a cumulative GPA of at least 2.50 or 75%.
  • Exceptions to the items 1 and 2 may be determined by the Administrative Programme Committee and the Dean of Faculty of Graduate Studies.
Curriculum Structure : Plan A2
Prerequisite Course No Credits
Required Courses 13 Credits
Elective Courses not less than 11 Credits
Thesis 12 Credits
Total not less than 36 Credits
Tuition Fee for Graduate Students : Click Here
Prior to Semester 1
PTPT 653* Essential Preclinical Knowledge for Physical Therapy * 2 (2-0-4)
PTPT 654* Essential Clinical Knowledge for Physical Therapy * 2 (2-0-4)
(*only for the student who need additional basic knowledge, register without credit counted)
Year 1 : Semester 1
PTPT 661 Evaluation and Measurement for Physical Therapy 1 (1-0-2)
PTPT 662 Research Methodology and Statistical Analysis 3 (2-2-5)
PTPT 664 Physical Therapy Research Acquisition 2 (2-0-4)
PTPT 666 Evidence Based Practice for Physical Therapy 2 (1-2-3)
PTPT 681 Seminar in Physical Therapy Research 1 (1-0-2)
Elective courses 3 credits
Total 12 credits
Year 1 : Semester 2
PTPT 665 Physical Therapy Research Development 2 (2-0-4)
PTPT 683 Contemporary Issues in Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation 2 (1-2-3)
Elective courses 8 credits
Total 12 credits
Year 2 : Semester 1
PTPT 698 Thesis 6 (0-18-0)
Total 6 credits
Year 2 : Semester 2
PTPT 698 Thesis 6 (0-18-0)
Total 6 credits
Examples of Elective courses offered by the Program
PTPT 667 Advanced Motor Control and Learning for Movement Therapy 3 (2-2-5)
PTPT 672 Advanced Movement System Impairment Syndromes 2 (1-2-3)
PTPT 673 Applied Biomechanics for Movement Therapy 2 (1-2-3)
PTPT 675 Teaching and Learning in Physical Therapy 2 (1-2-3)
PTPT 676 Independent Research Study 1 (0-3-1)
PTPT 677 Physical Therapy Clinic and Research Laboratory Visit 1 (0-3-1)
PTPT 678 Advanced Physical Therapy Clinical Practice 1 (0-3-1)
PTPT 679 Neuromechanics in Sport Physical Therapy 2 (1-2-3)
PTPT 680 Topics in Physical Therapy for Master Students 1 (0-3-1)

  • Prepare your research interest as well as your future plan after graduated from the Master Program in one page (typed). Please go through the research areas and the academic staff for your potential advisor. More information
  • Prepare the evidence of the English proficiency test
  • Submit your application to the Faculty of Graduate Studies
  • Link for more information
  • Download Brochure

FAQ
  • This program is appropriate for those graduated from Bachelor Degree in Physical Therapy.
  • If you do not have English proficiency test result ready by the time of application, you can still apply and later submit the evidence.
Career Opportunities of the Graduates
  • A researcher in the fields of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Sciences
  • A knowledge transfer professional in the field of Physical Therapy and related fields
  • A physical therapy lecturer
  • A physical therapy expert

Course Syllabus