Course summary

If you're an ambitious graduate, our Master's in Physiotherapy prepares you for a career leading and delivering interventions to help people affected by injury, illness or disability. Throughout this university and practice-based degree, our expert teaching team will support you in developing professional knowledge, skills, and behaviours across four pillars of physiotherapy, research, and public health to promote mobility, function and quality of life of individuals and diverse populations. The University of Bolton's MSc Physiotherapy (Pre-registration) programme is meticulously designed to equip you with the essential expertise, knowledge, and skills demanded in the dynamic field of physiotherapy. Through a comprehensive curriculum and extensive practical experiences, we'll prepare you to excel as a physiotherapy professional in diverse clinical settings, locally and nationally. You'll engage in 1000 hours of immersive physiotherapy practice-based learning, spanning various clinical environments, including acute, intermediate and community care, primary care, and the private and voluntary sectors. This hands-on experience ensures you're adept at navigating the complexities of real-world scenarios, enhancing your readiness for your future career. This postgraduate degree integrates theoretical insights with practical knowledge to provide a holistic understanding of physiotherapy. With our expert guidance, you'll explore the structure and function of the human body in health and illness across the lifespan. We emphasise the musculoskeletal, neurological, cardiovascular, and respiratory systems and focus on emerging areas such as pelvic health, mental health, and global issues like health inequalities and sustainability of practice. You'll delve into the biomedical, physical, clinical, and behavioural sciences underpinning physiotherapy practice. We'll guide you as you develop skills in physical assessment, treatment, and evaluating your practice, ensuring you're well-equipped to address diverse patient needs effectively. The programme fosters the development of interpersonal and communication skills crucial for effective patient care. You'll learn to respect and prioritise the needs and choices of individual service users, their families, and carers, enhancing your ability to provide patient-centred care. The MSc Physiotherapy program at the University of Bolton is a transformative journey that equips you with the knowledge, skills, and ethical values necessary to thrive as a compassionate and competent physiotherapy professional in today's dynamic healthcare environment.