Programme summary for MSc Physiotherapy
The central focus of this flexible modular master’s programme is the evaluation of physiotherapy practice. It has been designed to meet the needs of international practising professionals and is delivered with a student-centred approach. Completion of this MSc may assist with professional registration in the UK for professionals with international qualifications. One of our successful postgraduate students kindly shares her thoughts on studying MSc Physiotherapy at UEL here.
The School of Health, Sport and Bioscience has a long history of providing innovative post graduate education. We have strong links with the NHS, working on the educational agenda for health and social care in partnership with regional health authorities and NHS trusts.
Our programmes promote the principles of evidence based practice and develop the clinicians’ ability to critically evaluate and apply evidence in practice. They are designed to ensure that clinicians share educational experiences; promoting a more collaborative approach to practice.
Health Professionals in the UK should apply for the MSc in Advanced Practice for Health Professions. This award carries a generic title which reflects the points on the new NHS Career Framework defined as Senior or Specialist Practitioners and Advanced Practitioners, and differentiates our programme from those postgraduate programmes leading to professional registration.
About the programme
Designed to meet the needs of practising professionals, the central focus of this programme is the evaluation of physiotherapy practice. It will help you develop a systematic understanding of knowledge and critically evaluate current research, and give you a comprehensive understanding of techniques applicable to your own research or advanced scholarship. In addition, sharing knowledge and perspectives with members of different healthcare professions will add further breadth of vision and understanding.
Programme structure
The MSc programme is structured on a semester basis and is taken over a period of one year. The first semester of the academic year runs from September to January and the second semester from February to June. The dissertation must be completed during the summer period and submitted in the middle of September.
All modules are at M Level and are awarded 30 M Level Credits. The taught component of each module lasts for 12 weeks. Each of the modules will entail the same amount of study (300 hours). This is divided between contact time at the University, directed study (pursuing learning objectives specifically associated with the module) and private study which includes reading and preparation of assignments. The allocation of the hours will vary between modules. The Dissertation is the equivalent of two taught modules and is awarded 60M Level Credits. This work is self-directed and is undertaken with the support and guidance of a project supervisor.
Tutorial support is available to you from personal tutors, module leaders and project supervisors and there are additional resources available within the University to assist you with your study skills.
Career opportunities
Career opportunities exist in a range of areas, including the NHS, private practice and sports injury treatment. Most students are practising physiotherapists, and the programme assists with career development and progression.
Support
All students are allocated a personal tutor who will help them through their study by offering pastoral and academic support. The Programme tutor and module leaders will also advise you about additional learning and support services available in the University. Web-based resources are available to students off campus via the internet.
Admission
- A Physiotherapy undergraduate degree of 2:1 or above from a recognised international school. Students may, at the programme leader’s discretion, be admitted with lower classifications if they have suitable professional qualifications or suitable experience related to the proposed programme of study.
- Professional registration with the relevant Regulatory Body from your home country and/ or current membership of the relevant Professional Body where these bodies exist.
- At least 6 months relevant work experience is desirable but the applicant’s overall profile will be considered during the admission process
In the case of applicants whose first language is not English, then IELTS 6.5 (or equivalent) is required. International qualifications will be checked for appropriate matriculation to UK Higher Education postgraduate programmes.
Students that apply to enter stages of the programme may be admitted through normal Accreditation of Experiential Learning (AEL) or Accreditation of Certificated Learning (ACL) processes, or through an approved articulation agreement. Therefore such applicants must be able to demonstrate and evidence that they have the required learning outcomes as listed in the modules for which they are seeking exemption.
Key facts
You can start many programmes in either September or February and applications are simple to make. Click below to:
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Tuition Fees - 2013/14
Home/EU Fees
- Module fee: £1,100
- Full time fee: £6,600 per yr
International Fees
- Module fee: £1,770
- Full time fee: £10,620 per yr
Fees based on 30 credit modules (unless otherwise indicated) For further information regarding postgraduate fees please refer to www.uel.ac.uk/fees/
