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Bachelor

Physiotherapy

Transform your passion for helping people into a physiotherapy career focused on movement, recovery, and quality of life.

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Overview

UNI - Universum International College combines academic excellence with global empowerment through its Powered by ASU model. The Physiotherapy program equips students with modern rehabilitation methods, clinical reasoning, and hands-on experience to restore and improve patients' mobility in diverse care settings.

Duration3 years
Total Credits181 ECTS
FormatCampus / Online
LanguageAlbanian

Program Objectives

  • Build strong foundations in anatomy, biomechanics, pathology, and physiotherapy assessment.
  • Train in evidence-based treatment techniques for musculoskeletal, neurological, and cardiopulmonary conditions.
  • Develop patient-centered communication and interdisciplinary teamwork in clinical settings.
  • Apply professional ethics, safety standards, and outcome tracking in rehabilitation practice.
  • Prepare for careers across hospitals, rehabilitation centers, sports clinics, and independent practice.
Curriculum

Academic path

Year 1

61 ECTS
Semester 131 ECTS
  • Anatomy I
    6
  • Ethics
    5
  • Biophysics and Biomechanics
    7
  • Assessment Methods in Physiotherapy
    10
  • Elective Course 1
    3
Semester 230 ECTS
  • Anatomy - Functional and Physiology of Locomotor System
    8
  • Introduction to Research Methodology
    3
  • Physiotherapy in Health Care System
    5
  • Basis of Physiotherapy Techniques
    9
  • Basics of Clinical Medicine and First Aid
    5

Academic path

Year 2

60 ECTS
Semester 330 ECTS
  • Orthopaedics
    8
  • Osteomuscular Disorders
    5
  • Kinesiology
    6
  • Cardio Respiratory Physiotherapy
    5
  • Elective Course 2
    6
Semester 430 ECTS
  • Basic Occupational Therapy
    5
  • Osteomuscular Physiotherapy
    6
  • Physiotherapy in Rheumatology
    8
  • Elective Course 3
    3
  • Clinical Practice 1
    8

Academic path

Year 3

60 ECTS
Semester 530 ECTS
  • Neurophysiology and Neurology
    5
  • Neurological Physiotherapy
    14
  • Geriatrics and Physiotherapy in Geriatrics
    8
  • Physiotherapy in Women's Health
    3
Semester 630 ECTS
  • Pediatrics and Physiotherapy in Pediatrics
    7
  • Sports Medicine
    3
  • Elective Course 4
    3
  • Clinical Practice 2
    8
  • Diploma Work
    9

What UNI students gain and experience with Arizona State University

Arizona State University is incorporated in all student experiences and programs, by providing:

ASU "What Is Innovation?" certificate course
Master Class from ASU faculty
Learn English at ASU
ASU English Courses
ASU Summer Experience
ASU Global Exchanges
Global Signature Courses
Short-term immersion programs at ASU partner universities
Online Courses and Workshops by ASU
Courses directly from Thunderbird School of Global Management at ASU
ASU Venture X - Startup
ASU Endstar Game

Why Study Physiotherapy at UNI - Universum International College

Knowledge

  • Understand physiotherapy principles, anatomy, biomechanics, and musculoskeletal pathologies.
  • Interpret modern clinical-evaluation and rehabilitation approaches for diverse patient groups.
  • Recognize clinical, ethical, and legal standards in physiotherapy practice.

Skills

  • Apply evidence-based therapeutic techniques and individualized treatment plans.
  • Perform clinical assessment, monitor progress, and adapt interventions to patient needs.
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and communicate professionally with patients and families.

Competencies

  • Make clinical decisions in complex rehabilitation scenarios.
  • Provide safe and ethical care across acute, chronic, and preventive settings.
  • Lead rehabilitation and health-promotion initiatives with a commitment to lifelong learning.

Study Abroad with Scholarships

Study for a semester abroad—funded by Erasmus+ in 26 EU countries or worldwide through Arizona State University partner universities.

190partners across Europe and Turkey
International partner map will be added soon.

Career opportunities

  • Employment in public and private hospitals, rehabilitation centers, and sports clubs.
  • Practice in orthopedic, neurological, pediatric, and geriatric physiotherapy pathways.
  • Opportunity to establish your own rehabilitation and physiotherapy service center.

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