Master of Physiotherapy

About the Program

Affiliated to: NTR University of Health Sciences
Regulatory Body: Directorate of Medical Education (DME), Andhra Pradesh

The Master of Physiotherapy (MPT) at Emmi College of Physiotherapy is a 2-year postgraduate program designed to produce advanced clinical practitioners and academic leaders in physiotherapy. The curriculum is built in accordance with DME and NTR UHS standards and is benchmarked against international physiotherapy education frameworks. With a strong emphasis on evidence-based practice, clinical research, rehabilitation sciences, and specialization training, the program prepares students to address complex patient needs in musculoskeletal, neurological, cardiopulmonary, and sports rehabilitation domains. Our high-fidelity labs, modern electrotherapy units, motion analysis systems, and partnerships with multispecialty hospitals ensure immersive clinical exposure. The MPT program is ideal for graduates aiming to pursue clinical specialization, research, academia, or global physiotherapy practice.

Curriculum Structure – B.Sc Nursing

Year Semester Subjects Training & Labs / Clinicals
1st Year Semester 1 Principles of Physiotherapy Practice Biomechanics & Kinesiology Research Methodology Clinical Pathology Manual Therapy Lab Therapeutic Modalities Lab Weekly OPD Posting
Semster 2 Exercise Physiology Clinical Assessment & Diagnostic Procedures Electrophysiology Dissertation (Proposal) Clinical Rotations in General Medicine, Ortho, Neuro, ICU
2nd Year Semster 3 Specialization Subjects: Musculoskeletal / Neurology / Cardiopulmonary / Sports / Pediatrics Physiotherapy Biostatistics Supervised Specialty Clinics Case-Based Learning Dissertation Progress
Semester 4 Advanced Physiotherapy Techniques Professional Ethics & Administration Dissertation (Submission & Viva) Full-time Clinical Internship in Specialization Area Viva-voce & Presentation

All theory subjects are combined with skill-based lab hours and practical evaluations. Semester 8 is entirely internship-focused, offering full-time clinical exposure across departments. Emphasis is placed on case presentations, evidence-based projects, group seminars, and professional ethics.

Faculty & Clinical Mentors

Name Designation Specialization Experience
Dr. V. Krishna Moorthy (PT) Principal & HOD Neuro-Physiotherapy 18+ Years, DME & UGC Certified
Dr. S. Meenakshi (PT) Associate Professor Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy 15+ Years
Dr. A. Rakesh (PT) Assistant Professor Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation 10+ Years
Dr. T. Sneha (PT) Clinical Instructor Sports & Pediatric Physiotherapy 8+ Years

All faculty members hold MPT/Ph.D. degrees and are registered with the respective State Physiotherapy Council.

Program Requirements & Evaluation Criteria

Requirement Details
Educational Qualification BPT (Bachelor of Physiotherapy) from a recognized university with minimum 50% marks
Internship Completion Must have completed 6-month rotatory internship at a recognized hospital
Duration 2 Years (4 Semesters)
Attendance Minimum 80% in theory & 100% in clinical training
Assessment Methods Theory exams, practical evaluations, clinical viva, dissertation, seminars
Language of Instruction English
Final Award M.P.T. Degree conferred by NTR UHS and approved by DME

Career Pathways After MPT

Graduates of Emmi College’s MPT program are positioned for success in India and abroad across various roles:

Career Role Domain
Clinical Physiotherapist Hospitals, Rehabilitation Centers
Academician / Lecturer Teaching Institutions, Research Centers
Sports Physiotherapist Sports Academies, National Teams, Fitness Clubs
Neuro/Cardiopulmonary Specialist Special Clinics, ICUs, Stroke Units
Health Consultant / Advisor Government Health Projects, NGOs, WHO programs
Pursuing Doctoral Studies (Ph.D.) Research Institutes, International Universities
Global Practice (HCPC / NPTE licensed) UK, USA, Australia, Middle East

Our dedicated placement & academic cell offers guidance for licensing exams such as HCPC (UK), NPTE (USA), and APC (Australia).