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Faculty of Physical Therapy Ghadames, Libya

Movement, recovered.

A curriculum built on medical science, practical laboratory training, and evidence-based clinical practice, as outlined in the Deraya course catalog.

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4 curriculum areas
55 catalog coursesAcross four curriculum areas
106.0 credit hoursTotal across listed courses
Theory + practiceIncludes practical laboratory courses

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4 curriculum areas · 55 courses

Curriculum area 01

Basic Medical & Foundation Sciences

Build the scientific foundation for rehabilitation through chemistry, biology, physics, anatomy, physiology, and pathology. The catalog connects these subjects to human systems, movement, and clinical practice.

  • Explain chemical, cellular, and tissue-level principles relevant to human biology.
  • Relate anatomy, physiology, and biomechanics to normal body function.
  • Recognize foundational pathological processes and their clinical relevance.
Catalog courses 8 courses
  1. D01006121 3.0 credit hours General Chemistry
  2. D01006131 3.0 credit hours General Biology
  3. D01006111 3.0 credit hours General Physics 1
  4. D01006134 3.0 credit hours Anatomy and Histology
  5. D01006136 1.0 credit hour Practical Anatomy for PT & OT
  6. D01006231 3.0 credit hours Physiology
  7. D01006232 1.0 credit hour Physiology Practical
  8. D11001201 3.0 credit hours Pathology

Curriculum area 02

Core Physical Therapy & Orthopedic Science

Develop professional foundations and practical skills in movement, musculoskeletal anatomy, patient assessment, physical modalities, therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, and orthopedic rehabilitation.

  • Apply professional ethics, patient safety, communication, and clinical documentation principles.
  • Assess movement, posture, joint range, muscle performance, and orthopedic conditions.
  • Connect therapeutic modalities, exercise, and manual techniques with rehabilitation needs.
Catalog courses 19 courses
  1. D11005101 1.0 credit hour Introduction to Physical Therapy
  2. D01007111 3.0 credit hours Kinesiology
  3. D11005201 2.0 credit hours Musculoskeletal Anatomy
  4. D11005202 1.0 credit hour Musculoskeletal Anatomy Practical
  5. D11005203 2.0 credit hours Kinesiology and Biomechanics
  6. D11005204 1.0 credit hour Kinesiology and Biomechanics Practical
  7. D11005211 3.0 credit hours Physical Therapy Modalities
  8. D11005212 1.0 credit hour Physical Therapy Modalities Practical
  9. D11005205 2.0 credit hours Musculoskeletal Assessment
  10. D11005206 1.0 credit hour Musculoskeletal Assessment Practical
  11. D11005213 2.0 credit hours Therapeutic Exercise
  12. D11005214 1.0 credit hour Therapeutic Exercise Practical
  13. D11005215 3.0 credit hours Physical Therapy for Musculoskeletal Disorders (1)
  14. D11005301 1.0 credit hour Manual Therapy
  15. D11005302 1.0 credit hour Manual Therapy Practical
  16. D11005303 2.0 credit hours Physical Therapy for Musculoskeletal Disorders (2)
  17. D11005304 1.0 credit hour Physical Therapy for Musculoskeletal Disorders (2) Practical
  18. D11005407 3.0 credit hours Physical Therapy for Sports Injuries
  19. D11005307 2.0 credit hours Orthotics and Prosthetics

Curriculum area 03

Clinical Specialty & Medical Sciences

Study rehabilitation across neurological, cardiopulmonary, pediatric, geriatric, and other medical contexts. The curriculum includes examination and practical skills alongside clinical medicine and research methods.

  • Use assessment and clinical reasoning for neurological and cardiopulmonary conditions.
  • Understand rehabilitation needs across pediatric, sports, and geriatric practice.
  • Apply research methods and biostatistics to evidence-based physical therapy.
Catalog courses 19 courses
  1. D11005209 2.0 credit hours Neuroscience
  2. D11005210 1.0 credit hour Neuroscience Practical
  3. D11005305 2.0 credit hours Exercise Physiology
  4. D11005306 1.0 credit hour Radiography and Diagnostic Devices
  5. D11005308 2.0 credit hours Physical Therapy for Neurological Disorders (1)
  6. D11005309 1.0 credit hour Physical Therapy for Neurological Disorders (1) Practical
  7. D11005310 2.0 credit hours Growth and Development
  8. D11005311 2.0 credit hours Physical Therapy for Neurological Disorders (2)
  9. D11005312 1.0 credit hour Physical Therapy for Neurological Disorders (2) Practical
  10. D11005313 3.0 credit hours Cardiopulmonary Diseases & General Medical Conditions
  11. D11005314 2.0 credit hours Physical Therapy for Cardiopulmonary Disorders
  12. D11005315 1.0 credit hour Physical Therapy for Cardiopulmonary Disorders Practical
  13. D11005316 2.0 credit hours Pediatric Physical Therapy
  14. D11005317 1.0 credit hour Pediatric Physical Therapy Practical
  15. D11005318 2.0 credit hours Geriatric Physical Therapy
  16. D11005409 3.0 credit hours Introduction to Clinical Medicine
  17. D11005207 1.0 credit hour Nutrition
  18. D11005208 2.0 credit hours Psychological Aspects in Physical Therapy
  19. D01006202 3.0 credit hours Scientific Research Methodology & Biostatistics

Curriculum area 04

General University Requirements & Electives

Complement clinical and scientific study with communication, life skills, leadership, innovation, and digital-health subjects listed as general requirements or electives in the catalog.

  • Strengthen academic communication in Arabic, English, and medical contexts.
  • Develop personal skills, leadership, social responsibility, and innovation.
  • Explore artificial intelligence and privacy-aware health data analysis.
Catalog courses 9 courses
  1. D01007104 3.0 credit hours English Communication Skills
  2. D01007108 1.0 credit hour English Language Skills for Medical Sciences
  3. D01007103 3.0 credit hours Arabic Communication Skills
  4. D01007114 1.0 credit hour Life Skills
  5. D01007113 1.0 credit hour Leadership and Social Responsibility
  6. D01007115 1.0 credit hour Entrepreneurship and Innovation
  7. D01006148 3.0 credit hours Artificial Intelligence for Medical Sciences
  8. D01006149 3.0 credit hours Medical Data Analysis and Privacy
  9. D01007112 3.0 credit hours Biology