Course summary
Our two-year physiotherapy Masters course will prepare you for eligibility to register with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) as a qualified physiotherapist. You'll gain in-depth knowledge and skills as defined by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), helping you become a proficient and autonomous physiotherapist able to work across different settings, including NHS, elite sport and the private sector. Co-developed with service users, students and clinical partners, our two-year Masters course covers leadership, management, innovation and sustainability, addressing the complex needs of the changeable healthcare system. You’ll apply your theoretical knowledge and gain practical experience at the clinical practice placements, which will take place throughout the course. You’ll also take part in clinical practice modules, simulations and scenario-based learning for real-world experience. We also host guest speakers series and networking opportunities to connect you with the industry. This physiotherapy course incorporates life-long learning and you’ll have a unique opportunity to share modules with students from other health-related courses such as the MSc Podiatry (pre-registration) and Master of Public Health (MPH) for a wider healthcare context.
Entry requirements
A minimum of a second class honours degree, or equivalent, in a relevant subject. Applicants without these formal qualifications but with significant appropriate/relevant work experience are encouraged to apply. Desirable knowledge and experience: Evidence of human anatomy and physiology knowledge. Evidence of relevant shadowing, work experience or volunteering within caring professions e.g. physiotherapy, nursing, podiatry, occupational therapy, care homes etc. Students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of the diverse nature of physiotherapy settings and express their commitment and ambition to a career within physiotherapy, and for working with others.
English language requirements
For further information on English Language requirements, please see the university website: https://www.stir.ac.uk/international/international-students/english-language-requirements/
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
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
For further information on course costs, please refer to the University website: https://www.stir.ac.uk/courses/?filter__level=Postgraduate&filter__method=&filter__faculty=&filter__startdate=
Provider information
University of Stirling
Stirling
FK9 4LA