Department of Physical Therapy And Rehabilitation Sciences
Physiotherapy is a vital pillar of the modern healthcare system — a science of healing and an art of caring. It focuses on the assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of functional impairments related to the musculoskeletal, neurological, cardiovascular, and respiratory systems. It plays a key role in managing conditions associated with pain, edema, limited mobility, structural imbalances, postural issues, and psychosomatic symptoms.
Physiotherapists employ evidence-based approaches to restore movement, promote recovery, enhance functional independence, and improve quality of life. The scope of physiotherapy extends across the entire human lifespan and includes:
Clinical Specializations
- Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation: Management of orthopedic injuries, joint dysfunction, fractures, and post-trauma cases through manual therapy, exercise, and electrotherapy.
- Neurological Rehabilitation: Treatment of stroke, spinal cord injury, Parkinson’s disease, and neuropathies using neuroplasticity-based interventions.
- Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation: Enhancing respiratory and cardiac function, especially in ICU and critical care units.
- Sports Physiotherapy: Prevention and rehabilitation of sports injuries and return-to-play protocols.
- Pediatric & Geriatric Physiotherapy: Addressing developmental disorders in children and age-related challenges like balance disorders in the elderly.
Vision and Mission
| University Vision |
Transforming UAJK to a leading University through holistic education, fostering innovations and dedicated services to the community. |
| University Mission |
UAJK is committed to produce resourceful professionals equipped with knowledge, creativity, leadership and values catalyzing the advancement of the society. |
| Program Vision |
To be a leading rehabilitative sciences program transforming healthcare education through inclusive, sustainable, and holistic learning. |
| Program Mission |
To produce resourceful healthcare professionals equipped with evidence based knowledge, clinical skills, and ethical values. |
Program Objectives
| 1. Knowledge & Evidence Based Practice |
Integrate comprehensive evidence based knowledge in basic and clinical sciences. |
| Demonstrate critical thinking in clinical decision making using current best practices. |
| 2. Clinical Excellence |
Apply evidence based examination, evaluation, diagnosis, and intervention techniques. |
| Engage in continuous professional development through research and lifelong learning. |
| 3. Leadership & Community |
Lead initiatives in developing equitable healthcare policies for diverse community needs. |
| Advocate for accessible rehabilitation services in underserved communities. |
DPT Program Structure
| Eligibility |
Intermediate (Pre-Medical) with at least First Division (60% marks). Entry test is mandatory. |
| Duration |
Five (5) Years | Ten (10) Semesters. |
| Credit Hours |
174 Total (Theory: 130 | Practical: 44). |
| Medium |
English. |
Academic Calendar (Per Semester)
| Timeline |
Activity |
| Weeks 1 – 8 |
Teaching and Training |
| Week 9 |
Mid-term Examinations |
| Weeks 10 – 16 |
Teaching and Training |
| Weeks 17 – 18 |
Final Examinations |
Semester-wise Course Distribution
The distribution of the courses in the ten semesters is provided in the following curriculum tables.
