Bachelor of Physiotherapy in Nepal

In Nepal, the Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT) is a four-and-a-half-year undergraduate program that prepares graduates to practice physiotherapy as qualified practitioners. Only two universities in Nepal offer this course: Kathmandu University (KU) and Pokhara University.

Physiotherapy practice began in Nepal 45 years ago, with some health professionals promoting the benefits of physiotherapy for patients. Few nurses at government hospitals were given physiotherapy training and remained to work as therapists.

Aims of the Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT)

• To help students comprehend the function of physiotherapy in society and the country's health needs.
• To instill in students the necessary professional and ethical understanding for their future careers.
• To provide them with the ability to undertake safe therapeutic approaches for various diseases.
• To help children comprehend the value of teamwork among health experts.

Eligibility

Anyone who wants to pursue a higher degree of education in a physiotherapy course must achieve the following criteria:

• They should have finished their 10+2 education or a similar level in science, taking Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.
• Should have received at least 50%, 2.4 CGPA, or a C+ grade in aggregate.
• Should have passed the university's admissions test with a minimum score of 50%.

Fee Structure

 

The fees for the BPT course are determined by a variety of criteria. One of these is the type of institution that offers the program. Private colleges are more expensive than public campuses.

Aside from that, BPT course prices are nearly identical across all universities. The anticipated range is NPR 6,00,000 to NPR 8,00,000. 

Please keep in mind that the fee structure provided above is only an estimate. Students are urged to contact the appropriate administration to determine the exact pricing.

Should have passed the university's admissions test with a minimum score of 50%.

Entrance Examination

To study Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT) in Nepal, students must first take and pass a normal medical entrance exam.

Candidates can apply to the BPT program by filling out the online entrance examination form. The completed application forms, along with the documents and qualifications, must be submitted by the specified period.

Scope of BPT

The physiotherapy course provides a skilled and educated therapist. These individuals are highly sought after in multiple areas:-

•  Hospitals
• Therapy centers
• Clinics
• Sports club
• Gyms
• Rehabilitation centers
• Army and police
• Old age homes