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MSc Advanced Physiotherapy Practice

  • DeadlineStudy Details:

    1 year full-time

    2-3 years part-time

Masters Degree Description

Using our state-of-the-art facilities, you'll study the latest in clinical research and get cutting-edge training in our MSc Physiotherapy course. The course is delivered by practising experts, specialists, and academics, and is informed by the latest developments in the field.

You’ll hone your skills in a friendly, open, and diverse environment. We’re committed to global engagement, social responsibility, serving the Common Good, and - most importantly - advancing your career. Our Advanced Physiotherapy course uses a cross-functional approach, with contributions from the fields of nursing, podiatry, occupational therapy, and radiography, all taught by guest experts and experienced academic staff across our School of Health and Life Sciences.

Drawing on our close relationships with industry professionals, your course includes a wide range of teaching methods to help you advance in your career. These include problem-solving activities, case studies, practice-based learning, peer support, and blended learning using GCULearn - our high-tech virtual environment.

Entry Requirements

Minimum academic requirement: UK honours degree 2:2 (or equivalent) in physiotherapy. Alternatively an unclassified degree or professional diploma in physiotherapy with over two years’ professional experience.

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Fees

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Programme Funding

We provide high-quality education for a fair price; as the University for the Common Good, we are committed to offering accessible higher education for talented students by keeping our tuition fees low and providing a generous scholarship package of over £2.5 million per year.

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Student Destinations

You can broaden the scope of your current work, or launch a new career as a:

  • Clinical specialist
  • Consultant
  • Researcher
  • Private practitioner

Whichever path you choose, your MSc Physiotherapy degree will give you the skills and qualifications you need to succeed. Graduates have progressed into roles in the private, public, and third sectors, within the UK and abroad. These include physiotherapy posts in Europe, New Zealand, Canada, USA, Hong Kong and Singapore.

Please note: some of these counties require an application that reviews the course specifics and the individual student profile. You may also need to undertake additional exams.

Module Details

Core modules

Advanced Research Methods

Optional modules

Advanced Leadership for Health and Social Care

Principles of Practice in Medical Ultrasound

Work-Based Advanced Skills and Innovative Practices

Supporting Anticipatory Care for Long Term Conditions Management

Advanced Assessment and Management of Illness and Injury

Prescribing for Healthcare Professionals

Social Action Approaches in Public Health

Applied Pathophysiology for Advancing Professional Practice

Challenges in Contemporary Global Healthcare

Infection Prevention and Control in a Global Context

Advancing Musculoskeletal Practice

Psychologically Informed Practice

Neurorehabilitation

Human Movement and MSK Rehabilitation

Surgical Management of the Foot

Developing Advanced Practice

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