MSc/PgDip Veterinary Physiotherapy & Clinical Rehabilitation

Want to practice as a qualified veterinary physiotherapist? Our MSc/PGDip Veterinary Physiotherapy and Clinical Rehabilitation will develop your underpinning knowledge, professional skills and clinical skills.

Our course allows you to become a qualified veterinary physiotherapist (subject to accreditation). You'll be able to work in therapy centres, veterinary practices or on a self-employed basis.

Delivered part-time over two to three years, you’ll take part in a blend of in-person practical hands-on days and online learning sessions. Our flexible course structure fits your study around existing work and home commitments.

You’ll get taught by an expert academic team. This includes professional veterinary physiotherapists, veterinary surgeons and researchers. You’ll learn through interactive and engaging sessions. You'll develop the clinical competencies required for veterinary physiotherapy practice. You’ll also get the chance to build your work experience through placements with qualified veterinary physiotherapists.

You'll have access to a state-of-the-art Physiotherapy and Clinical Rehabilitation Suite including:

• Hydrotherapy treadmill
• Consulting rooms
• Clinical skills room
• Clinical anatomy room
• Digital anatomy room

You can choose to complete the full master's degree (MSc) or leave with a postgraduate diploma (PGDip) after two years. Prior postgraduate qualifications in a relevant subject area (up to 60 credits at Level 7) can also be credited towards a full MSc qualification. This allows you to build on prior learning to gain a master's degree.

Why study with us

• You’ll be able to practice as a qualified veterinary physiotherapist. Work in therapy centres, veterinary practices or on a self-employed basis.
• You’ll be part of our brand new School of Veterinary Medicine. You'll have access to state-of-the-art clinical and rehabilitation facilities.
• We use a multi-disciplinary approach. This emphasises the veterinary physiotherapists role in clinical rehabilitation for acute and chronic cases.