Melbourne University Physiotherapy Students' Society - MUPSS

Melbourne University Physiotherapy Students' Society - MUPSS The Melbourne University Physiotherapy Students' Society (MUPSS) We focus on providing both social and educational opportunities for those within the course.

The Melbourne University Physiotherapy Students' Society (MUPSS) is a student-run body, representing all students within the Doctor of Physiotherapy at The University of Melbourne.

πŸ–₯οΈπŸ’™ BOOM. BIG. PRACTISE. πŸ’™πŸ–₯️DPT1s, OSCEs are coming πŸ‘€Join us for a morning of Mock OSCEs with guidance from DPT2 student...
29/05/2026

πŸ–₯οΈπŸ’™ BOOM. BIG. PRACTISE. πŸ’™πŸ–₯️

DPT1s, OSCEs are coming πŸ‘€

Join us for a morning of Mock OSCEs with guidance from DPT2 students who have survived them before πŸ’ͺ🏽🩺 Practise your clinical skills, work through stations, and build confidence before the real thing!

πŸ“… Friday 5 June
⏰ 9:00am–12:00pm
πŸ“ Berkeley Street Practice Rooms 1–3

✨ Mock stations
✨ Feedback from DPT2s
✨ OSCE tips & tricks

See you there! 🌺🌷🌻🌸🌼

Ever wondered what a career in Pelvic Floor physiotherapy looks like? πŸ‘€Join us for an interactive masterclass with Rache...
11/05/2026

Ever wondered what a career in Pelvic Floor physiotherapy looks like? πŸ‘€

Join us for an interactive masterclass with Rachel F**t β€” Senior Pelvic Floor & Continence Physiotherapist and Director of F**t Physiotherapy 🧠✨

πŸ“… Thu 21 May 2026
⏰ 6:00–7:30 pm (5:45 pm arrival)
πŸ“ Kwong Lee Dow Building (Building 263), Level 2, Room 227

Rachel will cover:
β€’ Her pathway into pelvic floor & continence physio πŸ›€οΈ
β€’ Common presentations & conditions πŸ’‘
β€’ Subjective & objective assessments πŸ“
β€’ Key exercises for this patient population πŸƒβ€β™€οΈ

5–10 min Q&A to ask your questions πŸ™‹β€β™€οΈ

Hosted by Lifespan SIG x MUPSS Education β€” open to all DPT students 🀍
link here: https://events.humanitix.com/pelvic-floor-physiotherapy-masterclass

🧠✨ Supporting Functional Mobility in Patients with Complex Mobility NeedsCome along for a practical, hands-on neuro reha...
25/04/2026

🧠✨ Supporting Functional Mobility in Patients with Complex Mobility Needs

Come along for a practical, hands-on neuro rehab session designed to give you real insight into working with patients requiring higher levels of physical assistance.

Hosted by experienced neurophysiotherapists Maddison McAlister and Ellie Newman, this in-clinic event is your chance to tour a real rehab space, explore equipment, and build practical skills relevant across both community and acute settings.

You’ll get hands-on experience with:
β€’ Pelvic orientation & tilt
β€’ Bed mobility
β€’ Sit to stand
β€’ Sitting & standing posture
β€’ Gait & mobility assistance

Expect a strong practical focus β€” plenty of opportunities to get involved, move, and learn by doing πŸ’‘ You’ll also hear about the clinic’s new graduate program and what it’s like working in neuro rehab post-uni.

πŸ“… Thursday, 30th April 2026
⏰ 6:00–7:30pm (Main Session)
⏰ 7:30–8:00pm (Optional Q&A)
πŸ“ Neurological Rehabilitation Group, Mount Waverley
(Suite 8, 205/211 Forster Rd, Mount Waverley VIC 3149)

πŸ‘Ÿ Please wear comfortable clothing suitable for practical activities

If you’re looking to build confidence, strengthen your clinical skills, and gain exposure to a real rehab environment β€” this is one you won’t want to miss 🀍
Link here:https://tr.ee/Trol805cpB

Hey DPTs!Want to learn more about how to support patients with artificial airways? 🫁 Well look no further!The Cardioresp...
19/04/2026

Hey DPTs!

Want to learn more about how to support patients with artificial airways? 🫁 Well look no further!

The Cardiorespiratory SIG is excited to bring back our popular event from last year: Tracheostomy Management and Oxygen Therapy masterclass with Olivia Jenvey. Olivia is a Grade 3 Physiotherapist at St Vincent's Hospital who works largely within ENT surgery and has vast experience working with tracheostomy patients. You will learn about:

✨ Airway anatomy and how artificial airways impact respiratory function
✨ Practical approaches to airway clearance techniques
✨ Treatment considerations for patients with altered airways

This is a great opportunity to learn from an expert working in the field, and we hope to see many of you there!

πŸ“… When: Thursday April 23, 5-7pm
πŸ“Where: Kwong Dow Lee PAR-263, room 227 (level 2)

🎟️ Tickets in below β€” spots are limited so don’t miss out!

https://events.humanitix.com/tracheostomy-management-and-oxygen-therapy-masterclass

πŸƒβ€β™‚οΈ MUPSS Fortnightly Run Club! πŸƒβ€β™€οΈLace up and join the MUPSS crew for a cruisy run, good chats, and even better vibes...
09/04/2026

πŸƒβ€β™‚οΈ MUPSS Fortnightly Run Club! πŸƒβ€β™€οΈ

Lace up and join the MUPSS crew for a cruisy run, good chats, and even better vibes! β˜€οΈ Whether you’ve never run before or you’re an absolute gazelle, this one’s for you - we’ll have different pace groups so everyone can feel comfortable and enjoy the run πŸ™Œ nobody will be left behind!

It’s all about getting moving together, meeting new faces, and supporting each other 🀝

After the run, we’ll head for a coffee catch-up (coffee voucher for the first 10 to arrive) β˜•οΈ - the perfect chance to hang out, connect on Strava, and check in with each other πŸ’¬

πŸ“… Fortnightly on Fridays starting 17th April
πŸ•’ Time: 9:00 AM
πŸ“ Location: Princes Park (South end) @ the water tap as pictured
πŸ“ 5km or 3km option depending on what you feel like!
πŸ‘Ÿ BYO comfy runners, hat, sunscreen & good energy!
πŸ’§ Water taps are available throughout the course

Whether you’re here for your first jog or chasing a PB - everyone’s welcome πŸ’™

Register ONCE via the link: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=z_NbDvQft0aRdlLFOMIqTY-ZorEAcb1FtU8N6nvn2ypUN0lIQzRCN1dVWEdEVTZNSkFFN0ZQTVU4RSQlQCN0PWcu (will also be on our stories!!)

🀝 DPT Buddy Program 2026 is here!MUPSS is excited to continue our DPT Buddy Program, connecting DPT1 students with DPT2 ...
13/03/2026

🀝 DPT Buddy Program 2026 is here!

MUPSS is excited to continue our DPT Buddy Program, connecting DPT1 students with DPT2 & DPT3 peer mentors to help you transition into the program πŸŽ‰

Your buddy can support you with:
✨ Meet-ups (in person or Zoom)
✨ Advice and check-ins throughout the year
✨ Sharing DPT tips and experiences
✨ Informal academic mentoring
✨ Social support and friendship

Why join?
🌟 Ease your transition into DPT
🌟 Have someone you can reach out to for advice
🌟 Meet students outside of DPT1
🌟 Get the inside scoop on the years ahead πŸ‘€

πŸ“‹ How to join
Every DPT1 who signs up will be matched with a buddy!

πŸ”— Sign up here: https://forms.office.com/r/aYz2ShQSUz

⏰ Applications close:
11:59 PM, 20 March 2026

Questions? πŸ“§ [email protected]

Much love,
MUPSS 🧑

🐾 PAWS, PATIENTS & PHYSIOEver wondered what physiotherapy looks like beyond human patients? 🐢🐾Join us for an evening wit...
11/03/2026

🐾 PAWS, PATIENTS & PHYSIO

Ever wondered what physiotherapy looks like beyond human patients? 🐢🐾

Join us for an evening with Lauren Elliott, Titled Animal Physiotherapist and Principal Physiotherapist at Melbourne Animal Physiotherapy.

Lauren will share:
β€’ Her journey into animal physiotherapy
β€’ What a typical day in clinic looks like
β€’ How physio principles translate to four-legged patients
β€’ Case examples, assessment & treatment insights
β€’ Pathways and career opportunities in this unique area of practice

Hosted by MUPSS Education x Lifespan SIG

πŸ“… Thursday 19 March 2026
πŸ‘‹ Students arrival: 4:30 PM
⏰ Event: 4:45 – 6:00 PM
πŸ“ Level 2, 200 Berkeley St – Practical Room 1

πŸ”— Register here:
https://events.humanitix.com/paws-patients-and-physio-a-career-in-animal-physiotherapy

Spots are limited β€” come along to explore a very different side of physiotherapy πŸ•βœ¨

πŸ₯ MUPSS Education x Sports Medicine AustraliaBOOST YOUR CAREER with the SMA Level 1 Sports Trainer Accreditation πŸƒβ€β™‚οΈLea...
10/03/2026

πŸ₯ MUPSS Education x Sports Medicine Australia

BOOST YOUR CAREER with the SMA Level 1 Sports Trainer Accreditation πŸƒβ€β™‚οΈ

Learn the practical skills needed to support athletes and sports teams β€” perfect for physio students wanting real-world experience and paid sports trainer opportunities.

You’ll learn:
β€’ Management of common sporting injuries
β€’ Sports taping techniques
β€’ Safe transport of injured athletes

πŸ“… Course dates: 27 March OR 17 April
⏰ 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
πŸ“ University of Melbourne
πŸ’° $120 (RRP $299)

πŸ‘₯ Who can register: DPT2 & DPT3 students

⚠️ Prerequisite: First Aid & CPR certification

🩺 First Aid & CPR Course

πŸ“… 20 March
πŸ“ Room 201, Level 2, 200 Berkeley Street
⏳ Limited spots available

Register here: https://bit.ly/4rcMwAJ

πŸ“’πŸ“’ We are recruiting volunteers for the 2026 Teddy Bear Hospital Good Friday Appeal!! 🧸πŸ₯πŸ₯ΊπŸŒŸCome volunteer at the biggest ...
02/03/2026

πŸ“’πŸ“’ We are recruiting volunteers for the 2026 Teddy Bear Hospital Good Friday Appeal!! 🧸πŸ₯

πŸ₯ΊπŸŒŸCome volunteer at the biggest Teddy Bear Hospital event in Australia!! πŸ˜‹πŸ’™

πŸ—“οΈ WHEN: Good Friday (3rd April, Public Holiday)

πŸ“ WHERE: Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) πŸŽ‰

πŸ‘ΆπŸ» Take advantage of this chance to improve your paediatric communication skills and raise money for the Royal Children’s Hospital!!! πŸ‘§

πŸ‘‰Sign-ups here (access via unimelb email): https://forms.office.com/r/JyXf23FXGD

πŸ‘ΆFAQs & more registration details here: https://unimelbcloud.sharepoint.com/:w:/t/TEDDYBEARHOSPITAL-DEPTOFPAEDIATRICS/IQC7M0JLvE1mSYywU2XNR52vARZfV1F9FdpteC9E3dCJ_O4?e=2TTG2Z

Registrations close in March, so get in quick! πŸƒβ€β™€οΈπŸ’¨

If you have any questions, please check the FAQ document to see if your question has already been answered or email us at: [email protected] !! πŸ€—

🚨✨ THE LONG-AWAITED DPT1 GENERAL COMMITTEE APPLICATIONS ARE HERE!! ✨🚨Ready to join a subcommittee and make your mark on ...
24/02/2026

🚨✨ THE LONG-AWAITED DPT1 GENERAL COMMITTEE APPLICATIONS ARE HERE!! ✨🚨

Ready to join a subcommittee and make your mark on the 2026 DPT year? πŸ’™πŸ“š
This is your chance to have a real impact on the experience of your fellow DPT students from events πŸŽ‰ to academics πŸ“– to wellbeing 🌿 and everything in between!

There are SO many incredible teams to choose from, so have a read above πŸ‘† and find the subcom that best suits you and your vibe πŸ’«

Whether you’re creative 🎨, organised πŸ“‹, social πŸ—£, academic-minded 🧠, or just keen to get involved and meet more people - there’s a place for you 🫢

πŸ“… Applications open TODAY
⏳ Close March 4th at 11:59PM

Got questions? πŸ€”
Slide into our DMs πŸ“© or reach out at [email protected] πŸ’Œ

Don’t miss your chance to be part of something bigger β€” let’s make 2026 unforgettable πŸ’₯πŸŽ“βœ¨ Apply here: https://forms.office.com/r/fe0FerTpFu

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200 Berkeley Street
Melbourne, VIC
3053

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