Physical Therapy and Special Motor Skills

The Bachelor's Degree Programme in Physical Therapy and Special Motricity is offered by the Faculty of Science, Physical Education and Informatics, within the Department of Medical Assistance and Physical Therapy, at the Pitești University Centre, National University of Science and Technology POLITEHNICA Bucharest.The programme aims to educate highly qualified physical therapists in accordance with Romanian and European regulations, preparing graduates to promote health, prevent disability, and provide rehabilitation for individuals with various medical conditions. The curriculum combines theoretical knowledge with extensive practical training in human anatomy and physiology, biomechanics, therapeutic exercise, rehabilitation techniques, and evidence-based physical therapy. Students develop the professional competencies required to improve patients' functional abilities, mobility, and quality of life through non-pharmacological interventions. Graduates are qualified to work in hospitals, outpatient clinics, private practices, rehabilitation and community health centres, nursing homes, special education institutions, sports clubs, fitness and wellness centres, balneotherapy resorts, and other public or private healthcare settings. Students may also benefit from Erasmus+ study (SMS) and traineeship (SMP) mobility opportunities at partner universities and rehabilitation institutions under bilateral cooperation agreements.