School of Allied Health Science and Practice

The School of Allied Health Science and Practice offers undergraduate honours degrees in Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy and Speech Pathology. We are proud to provide an innovative and collaborative approach to learning, teaching and research.

Our team of talented and experienced academics are committed to educating the next generation of allied health professionals. Our programs are enriched by research and informed by the science of learning and will equip you with professional competencies and life-long learning skills needed for successful practice in diverse, client-centred settings.  You will undertake simulated and clinical practice education across your degrees. In addition, you will have the opportunity to learn and study with your peers. 

We look forward to welcoming you.

Our research and teaching

Find out more about our discipline research and teaching excellence within the School of Allied Health.

Occupational Therapy  Physiotherapy  Speech Pathology

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Interim Head of School

Associate Professor Stacie Attrill's primary research interests are in health workforce development and systems design for service provision, health professional education, and learning outcomes for culturally and linguistically diverse students.

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Latest news

Discovery sheds light on immune cells’ role in pregnancy complications

Researchers at the University of Adelaide’s Robinson Research Institute have uncovered a new critical role for the immune system in supporting healthy pregnancies.

Gaps in pre-pregnancy health initiatives need filling

Adolescents and young adults are being missed when it comes to pre-pregnancy health initiatives that could have a long-term impact on maternal, perinatal, and child health outcomes, according to a review by researchers from the University of Adelaide’s Robinson Research Institute and School of Public Health.

New repair technique aids shoulder injury recovery

A technique for repairing rotator cuff injuries developed by University of Adelaide academics has delivered game-changing results for people with shoulder pain.

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Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours)

Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours)

Bachelor of Speech Pathology (Honours)