There are numerous undergraduate programs and few masters programs in Cardiopulmonary Physical Therapy being offered in Pakistan. This MS-CPT program will encompass integration of basic concepts and theoretical framework, latest evidence based foundational and clinical knowledge, assessment, and conservative management approaches according to international standards.
Goal of the Program:
This course will be a specialized program encompassing latest evidence based management techniques and knowledge regarding different cardiovascular and pulmonary Diseases, their diagnostic tools and approaches, detailed quantitative and qualitative cardiovascular and pulmonary assessment, handling critical care and intensive care equipment and patients with focused hands-on management techniques , to enable the graduates become specialized practitioners in dealing with a multitude of problems involving the cardiovascular and pulmonary system which is a dire need of the country.
Objectives of the Program:
To provide specialized cardiovascular and pulmonary physical therapists.
To provide responsible and skilled members assuming leadership roles in the benefit of communities they serve
To provide functionally proactive and productive members of a cardiovascular and pulmonary physical therapy team engaged in health care, clinical research & education.
To identify researchable problems, advocate and participate in research, and incorporate research findings into clinical practice.
To adopt latest evidence-based assessment and management skills for health care system.
To incorporate and integrate social, economic, and cultural values into cardiovascular and pulmonary physical therapy practice for advocating changes in policy.
| Assessment of subjects with VIVA | % | |
|---|---|---|
| a) | Assignments | 10% |
| b) | Sessional Exam | 30% |
| c) | Final Exam | 40% |
| d) | Viva/Practical/OSPE/OSCE | 20% |
| Assessment of subject without VIVA: | ||
| a) | Assignments | 20% |
| b) | Sessional Exam | 30% |
| c) | Final Exam | 50% |
| Clinical Residency Program | ||
| Case Evaluation & Treatment | 70% | |
| VIVA | 20% | |
| Log book | 10% | |
| Research Project | ||
| Supervisor | 60% | |
| Synopsis | 20% | |
| Thesis Defense | 40% | |
| External Examiner | 40% | |
| Passing criteria Cumulative | 60% | |
Admission in Foundation University College of Physical Therapy (FUCP) is open to all students irrespective of sex, religion, color, creed, class and domicile who are academically qualified for admission to the courses of study offered by the college.
The admission is offered strictly on the basis of merit determined by the university as per the admission criteria.
Online Application
The candidate who applies online must submit the printed application form along with a processing fee challan of Rs. 2000/- and required documents as per the checklist.
Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT-5 years/BSPT (4 years) from any HEC recognized University or equivalent qualification.
University Entrance Test.
Relevant field experience will be preferred
Incomplete/late applications will not be considered
The decision of the Admission Committee is irrevocable and final. The authorities are not bound to explain the reasons for their decisions to the applicants, their parents, or guardian.
Determining the Merit
The following weightage will be awarded for the calculation of merit for admission in FUCP:-
| Degree Programs | Undergraduate Marks | Entrance Test Marks | Interview Test |
| MS PT | 40% | 40% | 20% |
Entry Test Details
The Entry Test will be Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) based containing 50 MCQs of a Total of 50 Marks. There will be no Negative Marking and applicants will be given a time period of 1 hour to answer 50 MCQs. Following are the Detailed Division of
Total MCQs
Physical Therapy: 60%
Research & Biostatistics: 30%
English & General Knowledge: 10%
