Doctor of Phiscal Therapy — study plan

Umm Al-Qura University College of Applied Medical Sciences

Credit hours: 172
Levels: 11
Courses: 68
Degree: bachelor

The Doctor of Phiscal Therapy study plan at Umm Al-Qura University is an accredited bachelor programme spanning about 6 years (11 academic levels), requiring 172 credit hours across 68 courses of required and elective study. The table below lists the courses and their credit hours for each level.

Level 1 18 credits

Code	Course	Credits
QR1101	Tajweed of The Holy Quran	2
IND1101	Design Thinking	2
ELIH1101	English Language (1)	4
NUT1101	Basic Skills in Applied Medical Sciences	2
CHM1000	General Chemistry for Allied Health Professions	2
LAB1001	Physiology 1	3
PHYS1103	Medical Physics	2
EMS1000	Medical Terminology	1

Level 2 18 credits

Code	Course	Credits
QR2102	Memorizing the Holy Quran 1	2
CUR1101	University Skills	0
ELIH1102	English Language (2)	4
MED1406	Introduction to Anatomy	2
LAB1002	Physiology 2	3
LAB1301	Basic Biochemistry	3
BIOM1501	Introduction to Microbiology	2
DPT1201	Introduction to Applied Medical Sciences and Ethics	2

Level 3 18 credits

Code	Course	Credits
AI2001	Introduction to Artificial Intelligence	2
DPT2101	Functional Anatomy for Physical Therapy 1	4
DPT2102	Exercise Physiology	3
DPT2103	Electrophysical Agents in Physical Therapy 1	3
DPT2104	Pathophysiology for Physical Therapy	2
DPT2105	Tests and Measurements in Physical Therapy	4

Level 4 18 credits

Code	Course	Credits
ICC1201	Values and Ethics	2
DPT2206	Functional Anatomy for Physical Therapy 2	3
DPT2207	Introduction to Neuroscience	2
DPT2208	Biomechanics and Kinesiology 1	3
DPT2209	Electrophysical Agents in Physical Therapy 2	3
DPT2210	Therapeutic Exercises 1	3
DPT2211	Psychosocial Aspects of Health and Disease	2

Level 5 18 credits

Code	Course	Credits
PHD2413	Pharmacology	2
DPT3101	Biomechanics and Kinesiology 2	3
DPT3102	Diagnostic Imaging	3
DPT3103	Therapeutic Exercises 2	4
DPT3104	Lifespan Development	2
DPT3105	Health and Wellness	2
DPT3106	Basic Clinical Skills in Physical Therapy	2

Level 6 18 credits

Code	Course	Credits
QR2103	Memorizing the Holy Quran 2	2
MTH3114	Biostatistics	2
DPT3207	Cardiopulmonary Disorders	3
DPT3208	Physical Therapy for Cardiopulmonary Disorders	3
DPT3209	Physical Therapy for integumentary & Surgical Conditions	3
DPT3210	Manual Therapy	3
DPT3212	Foundation of Physical Therapy Research	2

Level 7 18 credits

Code	Course	Credits
QR3104	Seal of the Holy Quran	2
DPT4101	Clinical Training -1 (Cardiopulmonary)	2
DPT4102	Physical Therapy for Traumatic Conditions	3
DPT4103	Evidence-Based Practice in Physical Therapy	2
DPT4104	Musculoskeletal Disorders	4
DPT4105	Physical Therapy Management for Musculoskeletal Disorders	3
DPT4106	Professional Communication and Documentation	2

Level 8 16 credits

Code	Course	Credits
DPT4207	Clinical Training -2 ( Musculoskeletal)	2
DPT4208	Neurological Disorders	4
DPT4209	Physical Therapy for Neurological Disorders	4
DPT4210	Prosthetics and Orthotics	2
DPT4211	Sports Physical Therapy	4

Level 9 16 credits

Code	Course	Credits
ICC4202	Family in Islam	2
HSM4153	Management Skills for Physical Therapy	2
DPT4301	Pelvic, Obstetric, and Gynecological Physical Therapy	3
DPT4302	Graduation Project	3
DPT4303	Clinical Training -3 (Neurology)	2
DPT4304	Pediatric Rehabilitation	4

Level 10 14 credits

Code	Course	Credits
BUS1099	Professional skills	2
DPT4305	Research Seminars in Physical Therapy	1
DPT4307	Clinical Training -4 (Pediatrics)	2
DPT4308	Emerging Practice in Physical Therapy	3
DPT4309	Advanced Differential Diagnosis	3
DPT4310	Geriatric Rehabilitation	3

Level 11 0 credits

Code	Course	Credits
DPT4401	Internship year	0

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Frequently asked questions about Doctor of Phiscal Therapy

How many credit hours is Doctor of Phiscal Therapy at Umm Al-Qura University?

Doctor of Phiscal Therapy at Umm Al-Qura University requires completing 172 credit hours to graduate, spread across 68 courses.

How many years is Doctor of Phiscal Therapy at Umm Al-Qura University?

The study plan for Doctor of Phiscal Therapy spans about 6 years (11 levels/semesters) under the approved plan.

What degree does Doctor of Phiscal Therapy award?

Doctor of Phiscal Therapy at Umm Al-Qura University awards a Bachelor's degree after completing 172 credit hours.