Bachelor of Physiotherapy

BPT

School of Allied Health Sciences

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  • Duration

    4 Years + 6 months Internship

  • Eligibility

    10+2 in PCB with min. 50% Marks

  • Selection Procedure

    Entrance Test + PI

Pedagogy

  • Student-Centered Learning

    Focus on the needs, interests, and learning styles of students. Encourage active participation and critical thinking rather than relying solely on teacher-directed instruction.

  • Constructive Approach

    Promote learning by allowing students to construct their own understanding and knowledge through experience and exploration.

  • Collaborative Learning

    Encourage teamwork and group activities where students can learn from each other. This fosters communication, problem-solving skills, and diverse perspectives.

  • Formative Assessment

    Use regular, low-stakes assessments to gauge student understanding and progress that identifies areas that need improvement and to adapt teaching strategies accordingly.

  • ICT based Teaching

    Utilize digital tools and resources to enhance learning. This can include multimedia presentations, videos, animation, etc.

  • Experiential Learning

    Provide hands-on, real-world experiences through projects, field trips, or simulations to make learning more relevant and engaging.

Program Outcomes

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Knowledge of Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation

Acquire in-depth knowledge of diagnosis & treatment such that an individual is able to practice independently after course completion.

Application of Physiotherapy Techniques

Apply techniques of physiotherapy to treat various conditions.

Clinical Skill Development

Develop and demonstrate proficiency in clinical skills, including patient assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning. Apply evidence-based practices and critical thinking skills to clinical decision-making.

Analytical and Critical Thinking in Physiotherapy

Analyse complex diseases & disorders and develop effective solutions.

Effective Communication Skills

Use effective communication with patients and attendants and other healthcare teams members.

Ethics and Professionalism in Physiotherapy Practice

Adhere to ethical principles and professional standards in healthcare practice and commitment to patient confidentiality.

Leadership and Collaboration

Prepare Collaborative activities with other healthcare professionals to provide holistic patient care.

Research

Apply research methods to critically evaluate literature in physiotherapy and contribute to evidence-based practice. Design and conduct research projects relevant to the healthcare discipline.

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Career Paths

Entrepreneur

Orthopaedic Physiotherapist

Neurological Physiotherapist

Critical Care Physiotherapist

Paediatric Physiotherapy

Physiotherapy in Women’s Health

Curriculum

Curriculum Structure Bachelor Of Physiotherapy

Course Category Course Title Credits
CORE-1 Human Anatomy-I 4
CORE-2 Human Physiology-I 4
CORE-3 Biochemistry 2
CORE-4 Fundamentals of Biomechanics & Exercise therapy (BOP-I) 3
CORE-5 Fundamentals of Biomedical Physics (BOP-II) 3
CORE-6 Human Anatomy-I 1
CORE-7 Human Physiology-I 1
CORE-8 Fundamentals of Biomechanics & Exercise therapy (BOP-I) 1
CORE-9 Fundamentals of Biomedical Physics (BOP-II) 1
DSE Indian Human Movement Science I - Yoga
Stress Management
2
AE English & Communication 2
Total Credits 24
DSE: Discipline Specific Elective
AE: Ability Enhancement

Course Category Course Title Credits
CORE-10 Human Anatomy-II 3
CORE-11 Human Physiology-II 3
CORE-12 Exercise Therapy-I 3
CORE-13 Electro Therapy-I 3
CORE-14 Sociology & Psychology 2
CORE-15 Human Anatomy-II 2
CORE-16 Human Physiology-II 2
CORE-17 Exercise Therapy-I 2
CORE-18 Electro Therapy-I 2
DSE Indian Human Movement Science II - Yoga
Fitness For Health
2
AE Basics of Computer 2
Total Credits 26
DSE: Discipline Specific Elective
AE: Ability Enhancement

Course Category Course Title Credits
CORE-19 Pharmacology 3
CORE-20 Pathology & Microbiology 3
CORE-21 Exercise Therapy-II 3
CORE-22 Electro Therapy-II 3
CORE-23 Basics Of First Aid & Critical Care 2
CORE-24 Exercise Therapy-II 3
CORE-25 Electro Therapy-II 3
CORE-26 Basics Of First Aid & Critical Care 1
DSE Ergonomics & Health
Diet and Nutrition
2
SEC Basic Cardiopulmonary Resucitation 2
Total Credits 25
Dse: Discipline Specific Elective
Sec: Skill Enhancement Course

Course Category Course Title Credits
CORE-27 General Medicine 3
CORE-28 General surgery 3
CORE-29 Community medicine 3
CORE-30 Biomechanics & kinesiology-I 5
CORE-31 Ethics & administration 3
CORE-32 Biomechanics & kinesiology-I 3
DSE Soft Tissue Manipulation
Palpation Skills
2
VAC Pulmonary Function Test 2
CC **Mandatory Qualifying Non Credit but graded course  
Total Credits 24
DSE: Discipline Specific Elective
VAC: Value Added Course
CC: Co-Curricular Course

Course Category Course Title Credits
CORE-33 Clinical orthopedics 3
CORE-34 Clinical Neurology & Psychiatry 3
CORE-35 Clinical cardio respiratory Conditions 3
CORE-36 Biomechanics & kinesiology-II 5
CORE-37 Community based rehabilitation 4
CORE-38 Biomechanics & kinesiology-II 3
DSE Pilates Strength & Conditioning -I
Pilates Strength & Conditioning -I
2
VAC Spinal Cord Injury Rehabilitation 2
EC **Mandatory Qualifying Non Credit but graded course  
Total Credits 27
DSE: Discipline Specific Elective
VAC: Value Added Course

Course Category Course Title Credits
CORE-39 Clinical Obstetrics , Gynecology & Pediatrics 3
CORE-40 Physiotherapy in Surgery and Hand 3
CORE-41 Bioengineering 3
CORE-42 Physiotherapy in Medicine and Geriatric conditions 3
CORE-43 Physiotherapy in Sports Fitness & Allied Therapeutics 3
CORE-44 Physiotherapy in Surgery and Hand 2
CORE-45 Physiotherapy in Medicine and Geriatric conditions 2
CORE-46 Physiotherapy in Sports Fitness & Allied Therapeutics 2
DSE General Exercise Prescription 2
AE Strength & Conditioning -II
General Exercise Prescription
Strength & Conditioning -II
Diagnostic Radiology
2
Total Credits 27
DSE: Discipline Specific Elective
AE: Ability Enhancement

Course Category Course Title Credits
CORE-47 Physiotherapy in Orthopedic Condition -I 3
CORE-48 Physiotherapy in Neurological Condition -I 3
CORE-49 Physiotherapy in Obstetrics, Gynecology & Pediatrics 3
CORE-50 Advanced Physical & Functional Diagnosis 3
CORE-51 Biostatistics & Research Methodology 2
CORE-52 Physiotherapy in Orthopedic Condition -I 2
CORE-53 Physiotherapy in Neurological Condition -I 2
CORE-54 Physiotherapy in Obstetrics, Gynecology & Pediatrics 2
DSE Evidence Based Practice-I
Functional Outcome Measure-I
2
AE Orthopedics Manual Therapy 2
Total Credits 26
DSE: Discipline Specific Elective
AE: Ability Enhancement

Course Category Course Title Credits
CORE-55 Physiotherapy in Orthopedic Conditions-II 2
CORE-56 Physiotherapy in Neurological Conditions-II 2
CORE-57 Physiotherapy in Cardiorespiratory Conditions 2
CORE-58 Eclectic Approaches in Physiotherapy Conditions 2
CORE-59 Physiotherapy in Orthopedic Conditions-II 2
CORE-60 Physiotherapy in Neurological Conditions-II 2
CORE-61 Physiotherapy in Cardio respiratory Conditions 2
CORE-62 Eclectic Approaches in Physiotherapy Conditions 2
CORE-63 Project 2
DSE Evidence Based Practice – II
Functional Outcome Measure - II
2
SEC Rood’s Approach 2
Total Credits 22
DSE: Discipline Specific Elective
SEC: Skill Enhancement Course

Course Category Course Title Credits
CORE-64 Orthopedics & Rehabilitation 4
CORE-65 Neurology and Psychiatric Rehabilitation 4
CORE-66 Medicine and Respiratory Rehabilitation 2
CORE-67 Pediatric Rehabilitation 2
CORE-68 General surgery & Obstetrics & Gynecology Rehabilitation 2
CORE-69 Intensive care & Critical care Unit 4
CORE-70 Physiotherapy OPD 4
CORE-71 Out Posting ( Sports & CBR) 2
Total 24

Tuition Fee

83,100

Note *Lab & Library fee will be charged separately
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Frequently Asked Questions

A Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT) degree is a comprehensive undergraduate program that equips students with the knowledge and skills required to assess, diagnose, and treat physical impairments, disabilities, and pain through various therapeutic techniques. The program typically spans 4 to 5 years and covers a broad range of subjects, including anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, kinesiology, and pathology, which form the foundation of physiotherapy practice. Students also learn about specialized areas such as musculoskeletal, neurological, cardiopulmonary, and pediatric physiotherapy. The curriculum emphasizes manual therapy, therapeutic exercises, electrotherapy, and rehabilitation techniques. Clinical training is a crucial component, where students gain hands-on experience in hospitals, clinics, and rehabilitation centres.

At the department of physiotherapy, Jaipur National University there is an state-of art infrastructure and all the required facilities are made available to the students like,
  • Types of laboratories - Labs based on speciality like Neurology Lab, Cardiopulmonary Lab, Orthopedic & Exercise Therapy Lab, Electrotherapy lab, Mother & Child care lab.
  • Equipment availability - Advanced equipment for education and patient treatment are available like LASER, FES, Multigym, Longwave Diathermy, Short Wave Diathermy etc.
  • Library resources - A well equipped library is associated with the Department of Physiotherapy.
  • Clinical practice areas - Clinical observation and practice areas are available in the department of Physiotherapy and JNU Hospital.
  • Research facilities - promotes research in the students by research project, journal & article discussion and availability of research resources in the library as well.
 

As the Department of Physiotherapy is associated with 1100 bedded JNU Hospital so the student get an ample of opportunity to get clinical exposure.
  • Affiliated hospitals - JNU Hospital is a 1100 bedded hospital, other than that the department has collaborations with child development center and mental retarded centres for out posting.
  • Types of departments for rotation - For clinical observation wards of various specialities are available like Medicine, Orthopedics, Surgery, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Respiratory, Dermatology, Casualty, ICUs in different specialities like Medicine ICU, Surgical ICU, Pediatric ICU, Obstetrics ICU, CTVS ICU etc.
  • Supervision arrangements - Supervision is done by competent faculty incharges.

Quality education is imparted by skilled, educated and knowledgeable faculty and department of Physiotherapy has a lot of efficient faculty members with a minimum qualification of Master of Physiotherapy in different speciality. The specialities include Orthopedics, Sports, Cardiology, and Neurology etc. So as to promote all-round development of the student.

The department of Physiotherapy shows dynamism in every sphere of education and a very important aspect of which is organising & promoting co-curricular activities like,
  • Workshops and seminars: Regular workshops & CMEs are being organized by the department
  • Conference participation: Department promotes scientific inculcation in various conferences.
  • Guest lectures: Department organizes in-house guest lecture for skill development
  • Research projects: Students are allowed to undertake a research project in the final semester.

Separate hostels for boys and girls are available in the university. Mess facilities is available. Security arrangements are competent. Distance from campus is with 2 km and shuttle pick & drop facility is always available.

A well-equipped Sports Club is available in the campus and second half of every Saturday is served as Sports Day and students are allowed to play games of their choice. Also the department of Physiotherapy runs the JNU Knights sports and yoga club. Apart from the University cultural activities are also organized at the department level that includes World Physiotherapy Day celebration, Yoga Day Celebration, Flash Mobs, Camps, and Awareness Programmes etc.

Bachelor of Physiotherapy has a 6 monthly mandatory internship programme after a completion of 4 years academic tenure. Following are the details of internship
  • Duration and structure: 6 monthly rotatory internship is mandatory after the completion of 4 years
  • Rotation schedule: Rotation is made after every 15 days in wards like Medicine, Orthopedics, Surgery, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Respiratory, Dermatology, Casualty, ICUs in different specialities like Medicine ICU, Surgical ICU, Pediatric ICU, Obstetrics ICU, CTVS ICU etc.
  • Interns are also given exposure of Sports posting where they learn about on-filed examination and on-filed treatment of various sports injuries.

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