Course summary
Please check the Sheffield Hallam University website for the latest information. Course summary
- Advance your clinical, therapeutic and reasoning skills in the field of musculoskeletal clinical practice.
- Develop your skills in communication and leadership to bring about more evidence based, efficient and effective services.
- Engage in debate and develop skills which enhance your ability to facilitate service development and enhance patient care.
- practical sessions
- independent guided study
- student–directed learning
- completion of formative tasks
- use of our virtual learning environment (Blackboard)
- You can study individual modules from this course and gain academic credit towards a qualification. Visit our continuing professional development website for more information.
Modules
Module and assessment information for future years is displayed as currently validated and may be liable to change. When selecting electives, your choices will be subject to the core requirements of the course. As a result, selections may be limited to a choice between one of two or more specified electives in some instances. Modules studied may differ depending on when you start your course. Year 1 - Musculoskeletal Management Of The Lower Quadrant Musculoskeletal Management Of The Upper Quadrant Year 2 - Compulsory modules Researching For Practice (Distance Learning) Researching For Practice (Taught) Elective modules - Contemporary Issues In Advancing Practice (Distance Learning) Ergonomics And Human Factors At Work Evidencing Your Cpd Evidencing Your Cpd Fcp 1 Advanced Msk Practice First Contact Practitioner 2: Primary Care Practice Fundamentals Of Musculoskeletal Radiographic Image Interpretation Health Promotion And Lifestyle Management Injection Therapy For Joints And Soft Tissue Leadership In Practice Learning And Teaching For Practice Learning And Teaching For Practice (Distance Learning) Macp Clinical Placement In Neuro-Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Non-Medical Prescribing Pain Management (Distance Learning) Planning Service Improvement Theory Of Musculoskeletal Ultrasound Therapeutic Exercise And Physical Activity Therapeutic Management Of Neuromusculoskeletal Pain Final year - Compulsory modules Dissertation
Assessment method
Coursework Practical
Entry requirements
Academic Qualifications: Normally, applicants will hold a first degree or professional qualification which is recognised in the UK in a related health care subject. Other formally certified qualifications: Equivalent, international academic and/or professional qualifications will be considered on an individual basis. Applicants will be considered on other relevant evidence. Applicants are usually required to provide at least one reference evidencing their capability for postgraduate study. Level of English language capability: If English is not your first language you must have an IELTS score of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each skill area. Note that the attainment of an IELTS score of 7 (with no element below 6.5) is required for registration with HCPC. Relevant work or work-related experience: Applicants must usually have 24 months full time (or equivalent part time) experience managing and treating musculoskeletal dysfunction and normally be working in a relevant role. Applicants will be motivated and prepared to study independently and autonomously. They must be prepared to embrace the challenges of Masters level study including online distance learning, have access to a reliable internet connection to support engagement and have sound IT skills. Use of Prior Credit (RPL): prior certificated credit or prior experiential credit may be used within the programme in the following ways: Through the University's recognition of prior learning (RPL) process it may be possible for applicants to be exempt from some modules of the programme.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6.5 | If English is not your first language you must have an IELTS score of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each skill area. |
Note that the attainment of an IELTS score of 7 (with no element below 6.5) is required for registration with HCPC.
Please click the following link to find out more about English language requirements for this course
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| EU | £17155 | Year 1 |
| International | £17155 | 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
Our tuition fee for UK students on full-time undergraduate degree courses in 2025/26 is £9,535 per year. These fees are regulated by the UK government and therefore subject to change in future years. During your placement year you will pay a reduced fee of £1,200.
If you are studying an undergraduate course, postgraduate pre-registration course or postgraduate research course over more than one academic year then your tuition fees may increase in subsequent years in line with Government regulations or UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) published fees. More information can be found at https://www.shu.ac.uk/study-here/terms-and-conditions-and-student-regulations under student fees regulations.
Our tuition fee for International/EU students starting full-time study in 2025/26 is £17,155 per year. During your placement year you will pay a reduced fee of £1,200.
Please refer to our website for up-to-date information on costs and fees:
https://www.shu.ac.uk/study-here/undergraduate/fees
Sponsorship information
Scholarships, discounts and bursaries may be available to students who study this course.
Provider information
Sheffield Hallam University
City Campus
Howard Street
Sheffield
S1 1WB