"The Doctor of Physiology program truly challenged me to become the best student and physiotherapist. Instructors and clinical educators not only expected great foundational knowledge, but also expected me to critically think and implement the highest standard of care."
Wilfred completed the Doctor of Physiotherapy at the University of Melbourne in 2015, after completing a Bachelor of Kinesiology at the University of British Columbia from 2009-2012. He is currently a registered physiotherapist in British Columbia, Canada, and works at two private musculoskeletal physiotherapy clinics: COAST Performance Rehabilitation and Catalyst Kinetics Group.
"“For many Canadian students trying to get in to physiotherapy, admission to a physiotherapy program in Canada is very difficult. As I began to do my research into an alternate route, Australia became one of my preferred destinations."
Wilfred credits the Doctor of Physiotherapy for equipping him with the vital knowledge and skills needed to make him a world-class health care professional.
"The Doctor of Physiology program truly challenged me to become the best student and physiotherapist. Instructors and clinical educators not only expected great foundational knowledge, but also expected me to critically think and implement the highest standard of care.
"Although there are several very good universities throughout Australia, the University of Melbourne piqued my interest for several reasons. The University has been known to push boundaries in all aspects of academia – this produced one of the first Doctor of Physiotherapy programs in Australia. This program provides an extra year of education, which includes increased clinical hours, leadership and management, pharmacology as well as health care promotion programs and thesis publications.
"If being a well-rounded physiotherapist is truly what you aspire to become, I would not hesitate at the opportunity to attend the University of Melbourne."