PHD IN PHYSICAL THERAPY

INTRODUCTION

Ziauddin University an HEC recognized W4 Category University has been created with a vision to promote the advancement of knowledge in health sciences through excellence in teaching, research, and public service. The University endeavors to develop in each student, the virtues and values of humanity, dignity and worthiness; a desire and capacity for critical reasoning; the ability to communicate; and the skills for acquiring new knowledge and meeting the challenges of an exponential growth of information. The institution focuses on developing competence, personal fulfillment and responsible leadership in science and public service.

VISION

Bestowing eminence in Rehabilitation.

MISSION 

Being a futuristic rehabilitation sciences institution, becoming an integral part of health system, preparing future rehab professionals with the knowledge, skill and attributes of evidence-based practice for the community’s wellbeing.

ZIAUDDIN COLLEGE OF REHABILITATION SCIENCES

Ziauddin College of Rehabilitation Sciences (ZCRS) was established in year 1999 with the mission to produce competent Therapist by providing quality education, promoting research and evidence based practice with the intent to promote multi-disciplinary approach. The college offers undergraduate programs in the field of Physical Therapy (Doctor of Physical Therapy), Occupational Therapy (Doctor of Occupational Therapy) and Health Education and Sports Sciences (Bachelors and Associate Degrees) that is at par with the international standards and HEC guidelines.

Since Pakistan has a scarcity of research scholars in the field of Rehabilitation Sciences hence to create a dynamic research community and enabling therapist to fully equip themselves with the skills they require to excel in research based practice, ZCRS feels privileged as being pioneers in starting the Higher Degree programs in the field of Physical Therapy.

MISSION OF COLLEGE

Ziauddin College of Rehabilitation Sciences is committed to produce competent physical therapist by providing knowledge and skilled based education; also inculcating the element of research with intent to improve patient care

MISSION OF POSTGRADUATE PROGRAM

The postgraduate program aims to prepare individuals to function as independent physical therapy researchers who can take an interdisciplinary approach to physical therapy issues. Students graduating with degree are prepared for careers university educators, research scientists and specialized professionals within the field of physical therapy.

PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES 

After graduation our students will be able to:

1. Professionally utilizes fundamental knowledge, analytical and problem-solving skills in the field of Physical Therapy to articulate and work through evidence based clinical decision making based on research evidences and practice knowledge
2. Acquiring knowledge and advance skills for planning, analyzing and investigating different diseases for attaining lifelong learning and displaying commitment to the community
3. Exploring new and emerging areas (sub-specialties) in the field of rehabilitation science by utilizing different tools and rehabilitative techniques for treatment purposes
4. Effectively communicating with patients/ clients and peers by adhering to ethical and professional code of conduct while working meritoriously as a leader in the multidisciplinary teams of hospitals and institutions

PROGRAM LEARNING OUTCOMES

At the end of program student will be able to

PO1: Demonstrate in-dept. learning in research with respect to Physical Therapy

PO2: Inculcate the advance knowledge of research through article writing and dissertation writing

PO3: Critically appraise the articles and synthesizing novel approach

PO4: Perform independent research professionally and ethically

PO5: Utilize the skills in formulating action plan for patients/clients in the field of physical therapy

PO6: Implement the advance and innovative techniques in patients/clients for publishing the original work

PO7: Recognize the needs of society for Continuous Professional Development.

PO8: Exhibit leadership skills for professional guidance and future endeavors.

PO9: Attain Life-lasting learning

ADMISSION CRITERIA- PHD

1. At least 18 years of education in the relevant discipline, Minimum CGPA 3.0/4.00 or 60% marks from HEC recognized institute (preferably the undergraduate and postgraduate degrees should be HEC attested or having HEC Equivalence certificate in case of foreign university education).
2. Passed NTS GAT (subject) test with 60%, the University GAT (subject) test with 70% marks, or international GRE subject.
3. An interview with Ph.D. Admission committee