Welcome
Welcome to the Curtin School of Physiotherapy Website. Over the past 50 years our School has established an international reputation for the quality of its graduates and the quality of its research. We have been privileged to have very high caliber students entering our programs and to have dedicated teaching and general staff who make a major contribution to the School. We are proud of the fact that we have students in our programs from all parts of the world.
The forecast wet weather did not deter the 64 students and 18 staff from the School of Physiotherapy who provided 24 hours of continuous massage services at the 2012 Perth Relay for Life. Our team provided more than 1000 massages to the tired calves and feet of Relay participants who donated $2 to the Cancer Council of WA for this privilege. For many first year students it was their first opportunity to employ their newly acquired massage skills on "fee for service" clients.
It was also a first for new Head of School Professor Keith Hill who volunteered for the 1:00 am shift and was surprised by the level of activity in the tent at that hour of the morning. "The shift for me was a lot of fun, great to interact with and help the large number and variety of people walking for a great cause, and also wonderful to see and work with a group of enthusiastic students providing a high quality and much appreciated service". Professor Hill went on to add that this event "reflected a strong community spirit by the School, and provided an excellent showcase of the School, its staff and students".
News
International visitor discusses falls prevention
Dr Amanda Clifford, a physiotherapist and researcher from the University of Limerick, Ireland, visited Curtin University. During her visit she presented her research on the use of technology for monitor older people at increased risk of falling.
Competition for places is intense
The competition for places in the new BSc (Exercise, Sports and Rehabilitation Science) has been intense!
Excellence in Teaching Award
The School's first year teaching team (Renée McLennan, Leo Ng & Emma Turton) has received the Faculty of Health Sciences, Excellence in Teaching Award in recognition of outstanding feedback on their teaching and achieving high student satisfaction.
