Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
"Restoring Movement, Rebuilding Lives"
The Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program at Bakhtawar Amin College of Allied Health Sciences (BACHS), Multan is a patient-centered professional degree that trains graduates to become evidence-based, autonomous physical therapists. The curriculum combines biomedical sciences with clinical training in orthopaedics, neurology, cardiopulmonary, pediatrics, and community rehabilitation. Students receive hands-on experience at Bakhtawar Amin Teaching Hospital and affiliated centers. The program, affiliated with the University of Health Sciences (UHS), Lahore, follows an outcomes-based curriculum focusing on clinical practice, research, and teamwork.
Course details
Credit Hours
198
Duration
5 Years (10 Semesters)
System
Semester System
Attendance
Full-time
PROGRAM ROAD MAP
- Physiology-I
- Anatomy-I
- Natural Sciences (Biophysics)
- English-I (Functional English)
- Ideology and Constitution of Pakistan
- Quantitative Reasoning-I
- Kinesiology-I
- PERL-I
- Art & Humanities (Behavioral Sciences)
- Anatomy-II
- Physiology-II
- Quantitative Reasoning-II
- Kinesiology-II
- PERL-II
- Expository Writing
- Islamic Studies
- Medical Sociology
- Anatomy-III
- Physiology-III
- Biochemistry-I
- Biomechanics & Ergonomics-I
- English Proficiency-I
- Application of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT)
- Civics and Community Engagement
- Entrepreneurship
- PERL-III
- Anatomy-IV
- Exercise Physiology
- Biochemistry-II
- Biomechanics & Ergonomics-II
- English Proficiency-II
- PERL-IV
- Medical Physics
- Pathology & Microbiology-I
- Pharmacology & Therapeutics-I
- Therapeutic Exercises & Techniques-I
- Electrotherapy-I
- Evidence-Based Practice
- Supervised Clinical Practice-I
- English Proficiency-III
- PERL-V
- Pathology & Microbiology-II
- Pharmacology & Therapeutics-II
- Therapeutic Exercises & Techniques-II
- Electrotherapy-II
- Professional Practice in PT
- Supervised Clinical Practice-II
- English Proficiency-IV
- PERL-VI
- Manual Therapy-I
- Surgery-I
- Medicine-I
- Musculoskeletal-I (Extremities)
- Sports Physical Therapy
- Internship / Field Experience
- Supervised Clinical Practice-III
- English Proficiency-V
- PERL-VII
- Surgery-II
- Medicine-II
- Musculoskeletal-II (Spine)
- Manual Therapy-II (Spine)
- Research Methodology & Scientific Inquiry
- Supervised Clinical Practice-IV
- English Proficiency-VI
- PERL-VIII
- Emergency Procedures & Primary Care in PT
- Radiology & Imaging
- Neurological PT-I
- Cardiopulmonary PT-I
- Integumentary PT-I
- Obstetric & Gynaecological PT-I
- Supervised Clinical Practice-V
- Neurological PT-II
- Clinical Decision Making & Differential Diagnosis
- Paediatrics PT
- Gerontology & Geriatrics PT
- Orthotics & Prosthetics PT
- Capstone Project
- Supervised Clinical Practice-VI
Eligibility Criteria:
Intermediate or equivalent qualification (F.Sc. Pre-Medical) with a minimum of 60% marks. Candidates must also meet the requirements of the Pakistan Medical & Dental Council (PMDC) for admission in MBBS, including appearance in the relevant admission test (MDCAT or as prescribed).
Why Choose Bakhtawar Amin College of Allied Health Sciences?
- UHS affiliation ensures an up-to-date, accredited curriculum.
- Extensive clinical teaching at a 650-bed Bakhtawar Amin Teaching Hospital for real patient exposure.
- Experienced faculty with clinical, academic, and research backgrounds.
- Dedicated PT labs: biomechanics, electrotherapy, gait analysis, and manual therapy suites.
- Integrated research training and capstone project to develop evidence-based practice skills.
- Scholarships and merit-based financial assistance for eligible students.
Distinctive Features
- Comprehensive Clinical Training: Progressive supervised clinical practice from early semesters to advanced internships.
- Hands-on Clinical Experience: Early and continuous supervised placements from initial semesters through internship.
- Multidisciplinary Rotations: Exposure across orthopaedics, neurology, cardiopulmonary, paediatrics, geriatrics, and sports medicine.
- Modern Facilities: State-of-the-art labs and rehabilitative equipment for simulation and patient care.
- Research & Innovation Emphasis: Embedded research methodology and a final-year capstone project.
- State-of-the-Art Facilities: Labs for electrotherapy, exercise science, kinesiology, and manual therapy.
- Evidence-Based Curriculum: Focus on research methods, clinical reasoning, and outcomes measurement.
- Professional Development: Courses in ethics, communication, leadership, and practice management.
- Career-Focused Assessment: Clinical competencies, OSCEs, and portfolio assessments to ensure readiness for practice.
Career Scope
Clinical Physical Therapist in hospitals, rehabilitation centres and private practice.
Specialist therapist in orthopaedics, neurology, cardiopulmonary or paediatrics.
Sports physiotherapist and performance rehabilitation specialist.
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At BACHS Multan, the Doctor of Physical Therapy programme offers a strong foundation in science and hands-on clinical training, equipping students to meet the evolving needs of healthcare and rehabilitation globally. Graduates emerge as physically, clinically and ethically prepared professionals ready to make a real difference.