Course summary
Our MSc in Physiotherapy (Pre-Registration) is a qualifying course for graduates with a relevant first degree. It provides the opportunity to undertake a physiotherapy course leading to registration at master’s level. We use an interprofessional approach to learning, with some modules shared with other health and social care students. You will need to have the academic ability to work as an autonomous practitioner. And be able to reason through individualised healthcare needs. You will also need:
- to show personal qualities and values which underpin the overall care you give
- strong communication and team-working skills
- a compassionate and caring nature.
Assessment method
You will be taught full-time over two years. This is alongside the well-established and highly-regarded BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy three year course that we offer. Working at masters level, you will focus on developing your knowledge of physiotherapy, which is evidence-based and underpinned by research. You will be provided with the knowledge and skills to be: research minded in your attitude to knowledge and the evidence base to physiotherapy self motivated, proactive and equipped to make informed judgements in clinical practice experienced in multi and interdisciplinary working. In Year 2 your modules broaden to evaluate current health drivers for example, the public health agenda and the increased focus on pre-habilitation and integrated community working. Collaborative practice education is one of the themes in the practice modules. This is further explored in the shared leadership module. Blocks of practice placements continue in Year 2. You will also complete your dissertation.
Entry requirements
GCSE: 5 GCSE passes at grade C or above, including English Language and Maths. Applicants should have a BSc honours degree at 2:1 or above (or equivalent) in a science-based subject in: Anatomy Biological sciences Biology Kinesiology Physiology Sport and Exercise Science Sports Therapy (depending on biology content) Applicants must: produce one recent reference. have experience of paid or voluntary work within a physiotherapy context which enables the applicant to demonstrate an understanding of the depth and breadth of Physiotherapy and an understanding of the knowledge, skills and values required. Applicants will also be assessed on their demonstration of the following qualities: communication and interpersonal skills working with others a caring and respectful attitude to others reliability, honesty and trustworthiness problem solving skills and the ability to use initiative. Additionally: All applicants will be screened for fitness to practise.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| EU | £16800 | Year 1 |
| England | £10800 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £10800 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £10800 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £10800 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £10800 | Year 1 |
| International | £16800 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
Please note tuition fees may increase in subsequent years both for new and continuing students.
In addition to the tuition fees, there are costs that need to be paid for by students in travelling to and from practice placement and potential accommodation costs. These could be as much as £2,000 per placement depending on the location and type of placement. However currently the average accommodation cost per month is £550 and average travel cost is £250 per month. Students will spend up to 30 weeks on placement.
Other costs:
books and electronic resources - approx £100;
diagnostic tools such as stethoscope - approx £35;
deposit for anatomy resources - £10;
shoes for practice to be worn with uniform - approx £50; and
suitable clothing for the labs - approx £30.
Provider information
Oxford Brookes University
Gipsy Lane
Headington
Oxford
OX3 0BP