Physiotherapy (pre registration) at Health Sciences University (formerly AECC University College) - UCAS

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Course summary

The MSc in Physiotherapy (pre-registration) is a qualifying course for graduates with a suitable and relevant first degree seeking to train as a Physiotherapist. The aim of the course is to provide a challenging and rewarding educational experience that enables students to develop as competent, evidence-based and patient-centred physiotherapy practitioners, capable of making a valuable contribution to their chosen workplace. As part of the course you will experience a range of diverse and exciting placements including our own on-site healthcare-focused clinic, where you will gain a variety of experiences with a wide range of client groups, under the guidance of skilled clinicians. Each student will gain experience of physiotherapy within various clinical and private practice settings. With the support of clinical educators, students will treat patients, observe experienced clinicians and participate in all aspects of care including case conferences, ward rounds and home visits. Physiotherapy is an evolving profession and highly skilled, evidence-based physiotherapists are in great demand across the UK. Join us to develop the knowledge, skills and expertise you’ll need to become a qualified physiotherapist, eligible for HCPC registration and ready to provide high quality treatment and rehabilitation to your patients. On the course you’ll work under the guidance of experienced clinicians and will treat patients, observe other practitioners and participate in all aspects of physiotherapy-focused care, including participating in case conferences, ward rounds and a range of visits. When you choose to study at our small, specialist university, you’ll be surrounded by like-minded people all either working or studying in health sciences. Units dedicated to mental health and person-centred care, delivered in cooperation with experts from our psychology department, will form an integral part of your learning. You’ll be among the first students to access our newly developed Integrated Rehabilitation Centre, and our fantastic placement opportunities, including within our own on-site clinics, will give you the experience to enter the world of physiotherapy work-ready.

Modules

• Foundations of Physiotherapy • Fundamentals of Clinical Practice 1 • Rehabilitation • Optimising Patient Outcomes • Fundamentals of Clinical Practice 2 • Physiotherapy Research Project • Research Methods • Psychology of Injury, Pain and Recovery • Mental Health • Fundamental of Clinical Practice Placements

Assessment method

This course utilises a blended learning approach, with a mix of learning environments including large and small lectures, problem-based learning, common and complex case studies. Students will be empowered to provide high-quality treatment/rehabilitation for a variety of conditions across diverse specialities. This two-year qualifying course provides a link between theory and practise, so that everything you learn can be applied into your placements and real-world scenarios. Your first year begins with theory-based learning followed by x2 seven-week placements where you will take your theory into practise. You will then return to campus to study problem-based learning scenarios within a person-centred practise framework. In year two, your theory will involve building upon evidence-based physiotherapy practise through research, before completing another x2 seven-week placements and returning to campus for your final dissertation. The course is full-time and therefore students are expected to study throughout the week, which involves independent learning, guided learning, peer-assisted learning, as well as taught sessions through face to face seminars and/or practical sessions. Contact hours will vary dependent upon unit credits, however on average, students will have a maximum of three full days on campus.

Professional bodies

Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.

  • Health and Care Professions Council
  • Physiotherapy, Chartered Society of

How to apply

International applicants

Please note to be accepted onto this course; you will also need to demonstrate that you meet the minimum standards of English. For this course, applicants are required to achieve the equivalent of an IELTS (academic) score of 7.0 or above with no less than 6.0 in each section.

Entry requirements

Normally a first or second class (2:1 or 2:2) BSc (Hons) degree in a relevant science-based subject. Examples of relevant subjects include sport and exercise science, sports rehabilitation, sports therapy, human biology, biomedical sciences, anatomy and physiology.


Fees and funding

Tuition fees

England £9250 Year 1
Northern Ireland £9250 Year 1
Scotland £9250 Year 1
Wales £9250 Year 1
Channel Islands £9250 Year 1
Republic of Ireland £9250 Year 1
EU £18375 Year 1
International £18375 Year 1

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

New students are required to undertake a DBS (criminal convictions check/national police check) and an occupational health check, these costs are covered by the student
Physiotherapy (pre registration) at Health Sciences University (formerly AECC University College) - UCAS