Course summary
This course offers an accelerated route for graduates from any discipline to gain a recognised qualification in physiotherapy practice. It includes a number of practice placements and is delivered full-time. This course develops the theoretical, practical, analytical and evaluative skills necessary to apply for registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a physiotherapist. Our graduates are self aware, skilled, critical, analytical, reflective and evaluative, independent learners who actually contribute to shaping the future health and wellbeing of the individual and society.
Modules
Modules are a combination of M-level and UG-level. Year One will include: Foundations for Physiotherapy (40 credits): This module aims to apply students’ knowledge of anatomy and physiology as a foundation to physiotherapy practice and introduce basic physiotherapy observation and assessment skills. Students will develop problem solving and transferable skills to inform and to evaluate physiotherapy practice Preparing for Practice as an AHP (20 credits): This module aims to explore factors that shape and influence the provision of health and social care by the allied health professions. Rehabilitation Principles (20 credits): This module aims to develop understanding of the theoretical and practical knowledge and skills required for physiotherapy in a rehabilitation context. Neurological Physiotherapy (20 credits): This module aims to develop knowledge, clinical skills, practical skills and the ability to apply evidence for the safe, effective and evidence based assessment and management of people living with neurological conditions in acute, rehabilitation and long-term management settings. It also aims to explore the role and skills of the physiotherapist within the multidisciplinary team and selected environments outwith the hospital setting, in the management and rehabilitation of people with neurological disease. Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy 1 (20 credits): This module aims to: develop students’ knowledge base and clinical skills necessary for effective assessment and management of people with: neuro musculoskeletal health conditions of the upper and lower limbs; neuro musculoskeletal spinal conditions; and develop students ability to assess and manage individuals with these health conditions, utilising an approach which is critically reasoned, reflective, person-centred and evidence-based. Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapy (20 credits): The aims of this module are to develop the student’s knowledge base and clinical skills for the safe, effective and evidence based assessment and management of the an individual with a cardiorespiratory condition/s in both the acute and rehabilitation setting. To develop a critical understanding of some of the psychosocial issues that influences the multi disciplinary management of individuals with cardiorespiratory condition/s. Year Two will include: Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy 2 (20 credits): The aim of this module is to develop and enhance the student's ability to assess, clinically reason and plan management approaches for people with complex presentations of musculoskeletal conditions. Understanding and Appraising the Evidence for Practice (20 credits): The aim of the module is to support the learner to develop an in-depth understanding of approaches to research, to apply knowledge in order to critically appraise evidence and to form reasoned conclusions and to develop the research skills and knowledge necessary to undertake an independent research project., Advancement of Clinical Management (20 credits): This module aims to provide learners with the opportunity to advance their knowledge, skills and practices in the multi-system assessment and management of different clinical populations within a biopsychosocial context. Public Health Practice for Physiotherapists (20 credits): The aim of the module is to develop a critical understanding of public health principles and theory and to integrate those principles into physiotherapy practice OR Leadership and Enterprise (20 credits): This module aims to critically evaluate the concepts of leadership and leading change, intra/entrepreneurship and innovation within the health and social care sector and explore opportunities for leading and developing enterprising ideas for health and well-being. Masters' Research Project (40 credits) Across the two years, you will complete 31 weeks of practice-based learning placements comprising over 1050 hours. NB The modules listed are correct at time of posting but are subject to change.
Assessment method
The year group is split into small groups for practical classes and some tutorials. This ensures that individuals receive excellent support and benefit from sharing their experiences with their classmates. There is a strong emphasis on student-directed learning. A variety of assessment methods are used including written assignments, practical viva exams, presentations and reflective portfolios. Practice-based learning is a major component of the course, comprising more than 1,000 hours.
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- Physiotherapy, Chartered Society of
- Health and Care Professions Council
Qualified teacher status (QTS)
To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:
- Course does not award QTS
Entry requirements
A second class honours degree in any discipline. However, where the undergraduate degree is not science or engineering based, applicants should be able to be able to demonstrate research skills. This may have been achieved through completion of a research project as part of the undergraduate degree. This course is not suitable for those already holding a physiotherapy qualification. Applicants from North America will normally be expected to have achieved a minimum GPA equivalent to 60% in their undergraduate degree. Demonstration of understanding of the scope of the physiotherapy profession is essential. International: You will be required to take an IELTS test receiving an overall score of 7.0 and no individual component score below 6.5. Criminal Records Check: A criminal records check is required.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £11710 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £11710 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £11710 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £11710 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £11710 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £11710 | Year 1 |
| International | £22970 | 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
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh
Queen Margaret University Drive
Musselburgh
Edinburgh
EH21 6UU