UNILAG Calls for Applications into Transitional Doctor of Physiotherapy (tDPT) Programme

The College of Medicine, University of Lagos (CMUL), has announced the commencement of applications for the Transitional Doctor of Physiotherapy (tDPT) Programme for the 2025/2026 Academic Session.

The specialized Distance Learning Programme (DLP) is designed for licensed and practising physiotherapists in both public and private sectors. It adopts a hybrid structure — combining online and weekend (onsite) lectures to accommodate working professionals.

According to the University, the programme is open to physiotherapists within and outside Nigeria and will run for a minimum of four semesters (two academic sessions).

Admission Requirements:

• Applicants must be licensed Physiotherapists registered with the Medical Rehabilitation Therapist Board (MRTB).
• Candidates must possess a B.Sc. Physiotherapy, B. Physiotherapy, or Bachelor of Medical Rehabilitation (BMR) degree in Physiotherapy (or equivalent).
• Admission is at the 500 Level of study.
• Applicants must have at least five (5) credit passes in Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics, and English Language at SSCE or GCE O’ Level, obtained in not more than two sittings.
• All candidates will undergo a screening process before final admission.

The application fee is ₦50,000 (Fifty Thousand Naira Only), and the application window will remain open for three weeks from the date of publication.

For further inquiries, interested applicants may contact: physiotherapy@unilag.edu.ng