Master of Physical Therapy (MPT)

The Master of Physical Therapy (MPT) is dedicated to being internationally recognized for excellence, leadership, and innovation in Physical Therapy Education, practice, and research through dedicated clinical, academic, research, and professional partnerships. The program prepares students to seek licensure to practice physiotherapy in Canada and in the world (please check the licensure requirements for your respected country) in a wide range of practice settings. The Master of Physical Therapy Degree is awarded upon successful completion of a two-year curriculum which includes 60 weeks of academic learning and 30 weeks of clinical experimental learning.

Accreditation Status

The Master of Physical Therapy Program at Western University has completed the accreditation review process administered by Physiotherapy Education Accreditation Canada (PEAC). PEAC is an incorporated body under the Canada Not-for-profit Corporations Act and operates as the accrediting agency for physiotherapy education programs in Canada. The status of Accreditation, Fully Compliant was granted to the program for the period ending February 15, 2029. A description of Accreditation, Fully Compliant follows:

Accreditation: Fully Compliant

• A program is in compliance with 100% of the accreditation criteria within the Accreditation Standards.
• There are no criteria for non-compliance.
• There could be identified concerns that the program must improve upon and report back about in Progress Reports.
• If progress is not made, the program’s accreditation status could be changed to partially compliant or probationary at any time in the six-year accreditation cycle.

The Faculty Of Health Sciences of Western University offers a variety of undergraduate, graduate, professional, and online programs designed to help students achieve their academic goals. Ranked among the top 1% of higher education institutions worldwide, located in London, Ontario, Canada, Western University is one of the most distinguished research universities in Canada.

Our institution is ranked #114 (QS) in the world in 2024 overall, a top 50 university in the world for graduate employment rate, a U15 member University for Canada, and ranked #8 in the world for Sustainability. With our commitment to creating an equitable, diverse, and inclusive learning environment in our Faculty, Western Health Sciences welcomes students from all around the world to London/Ontario. Western Health Sciences' most popular Master's programs; Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Advanced Health Care Practice now welcome more international students.

Physical therapy and Occupational therapy being two of the most popular programs in Canada combined with our new and unique online master's programs at Advanced Health Care Practice, give students who want to thrive in Health Care a great variety of Graduate study options to choose from. Apply today to Western Health Sciences graduate programs The Faculty Of Health Sciences of Western University offers a variety of undergraduate, graduate, professional, and online programs designed to help students achieve their academic goals. Ranked among the top 1% of higher education institutions worldwide, located in London, Ontario, Canada, Western University is one of the most distinguished research universities in Canada.

Our institution is ranked #114 (QS) in the world in 2024 overall, a top 50 university in the world for graduate employment rate, a U15 member University for Canada, and ranked #8 in the world for Sustainability. With our commitment to creating an equitable, diverse, and inclusive learning environment in our Faculty, Western Health Sciences welcomes students from all around the world to London/Ontario. Western Health Sciences' most popular Master's programs; Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Advanced Health Care Practice now welcome more international students.

Physical therapy and Occupational therapy being two of the most popular programs in Canada combined with our new and unique online master's programs at Advanced Health Care Practice, give students who want to thrive in Health Care a great variety of Graduate study options to choose from. Apply today to Western Health Sciences graduate programs either to become a Physical or Occupational therapist or upskill with our unique online master's programs as a health care professional.

Mission & Vision

Our Vision

To be a world leader in research and education in health.

Our Mission

Through transformative research and education, we will unleash innovative ideas and opportunities that enable living in health throughout the lifespan.