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University Degree

Physiotherapy and Kinesiology

Bachelor’s Degree in Physiotherapy and Kinesiology

The Physiotherapist-Kinesiologist trained at UPAL evaluates and diagnoses pathologies in various areas of health in order to carry out timely interventions. They apply rehabilitation techniques based on the use of physical and mechanical agents to maintain, improve, and enhance physical abilities and human body movement, aiming to improve quality of life and promote the social and occupational reintegration of individuals.

Important Information

Degree: Bachelor

Semesters: 8

Duration: 4 years + Internship

UPAL trains competent, qualified professionals who are leaders in their field of work, with a strong sense of responsibility and humanitarian character, promoting moral values.

The Physiotherapist-Kinesiologist from UPAL can work in:

  • Tertiary, secondary, and primary level hospitals
  • Private physiotherapy clinics
  • Health research teams
  • Public health entities
  • Teaching in the health sector
  • Sports clubs
  • Spas and beauty centers
  • Geriatric centers
  • Special and general education centers

Contacto Universidad

Campus Soria Galvarro

Calle Soria Galvarro #4743
Entre Lira y Oblitas
Oruro, Bolivia

(591) 2- 5230330-1
upal@upal.edu

Lu – Vie:

  • 8:00 a 12:30 hrs.
  • 14:30 a 18:30 hrs.

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Student Requirements

NATIONAL STUDENTS
Copy of high school diploma, legalized by the issuing University or SEDUCA.
Original Birth Certificate.
Copy of Identity Card.
Two 3×3 cm photos with a beige or light background.

FOREIGN STUDENTS
1. Copy of high school diploma or equivalent document that allows access to higher education, legalized by:
Option 1
Apostille procedure (DS. 3541 of April 25, 2018) in the country of origin.
Option 2
Ministry of Education of the country of origin
Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the country of origin
Bolivian Consulate in the country of origin
Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Bolivia (Chancellery)
(both options are valid)

Photocopy of high school diploma or equivalent, legalized by:
Option 1
Apostille process (DS. 3541 of April 25, 2018) in the country of origin
Option 2
Ministry of Education of the country of origin
Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the country of origin
Bolivian Consulate in the country of origin
Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Bolivia (Chancellery)
(Both options are valid)

Graduation Modalities

Graduation Exam
An evaluation through oral or written tests to assess the effectiveness of the professional training process, evaluating knowledge, comprehension, analysis, and the application of theories and procedures to real situations in a specific discipline. The number of tests depends on the number of areas or disciplines involved in the professional practice.

Why study the Physiotherapy and Kinesiology program?

Because UPAL trains competent, qualified professionals who are leaders in their field of work, with a strong sense of responsibility and a humanitarian character, promoting moral values. UPAL is a recognized and accredited university by international standards due to its quality processes, which ensure excellent academic training through ongoing curriculum updates, individualized practice, and experienced and well-regarded instructors in the field — all of which help shape professionals committed to society.

Interested in the Program? Our Students and Teachers created this video to show you what they do.

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