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UNIVERSITY OF GLOUCESTERSHIRE

MSc Physiotherapy (Pre-Registration)

 

Overview

The program embraces a comprehensive, patient-centered approach, prioritizing individuals in the decision-making process and equipping patients and their families with knowledge and involvement.

During this course, you will delve into the fundamental aspects of physiotherapy, grounding your practice in evidence-based principles and applying them across diverse clinical scenarios and healthcare environments. These experiences encompass clinical placements in both NHS and private healthcare settings, providing valuable preparation for your future role as a physiotherapist. You will also gain significant exposure to supporting long-term condition management programs and working in musculoskeletal clinics, either within the university or the local community. Your learning journey will be enriched by the use of various facilities, including treatment rooms, rehabilitation spaces, a demonstration hospital ward, a skills laboratory, a strength and conditioning suite, fitness facilities, and a simulated residential environment.

Canadian students will undergo more than 1025 hours of clinical practice placements, guaranteeing that they fulfill the supervised clinical education hours required by the Canadian Alliance of Physiotherapy Regulators for credentialing in Canada.

Upon successfully completing this accelerated degree, you will be eligible to apply for membership with the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) and the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). This qualification will allow you to practice physiotherapy in the UK, should you decide to remain and work in the UK.

Highlights

  • Small class sizes allowing for increased support and enhanced feedback.
  • Specialized physiotherapy instructors from various areas of physiotherapy practice.
  • Wide range of placement opportunities including a musculoskeletal clinic at the universitiy.
  • Access to state-of-the-art facitilies including clinical skills lab, simulation hospital ward, exercise testing and biomechanics lab and more.
  • Gloucester has a central train station with connections to major cities, making it easier for students to travel around the UK.
  • University of Gloucestershire’s campuses are in close proximity to modern shopping and leisure complex with a range of retail stores and restaurants, as well as historic attractions including Gloucester Cathedral renowned for its Gothic architecture which served as a filming location for the Harry Potter movies.

Program Information

Admission Requirements
  • Honours degree in a relevant science-based subject in the last five years. Your previous degree should be in biological sciences, sports science / therapy, or a healthcare course with significant anatomy and physiology components. Students with non science-based degrees who have taken substantial science based courses may be considered on an individual basis – Please speak with a Physio Abroad student advisor.
  • Minimum overall GPA of 3.0 on a 4 point scale, B grade overall average, or 80% overall average.
  • Canadian High-School Grade 11 Math and English.
  • Personal Statement.
  • Academic reference.
  • Work or volunteer experience in physiotherapy (can be evidenced in your personal statement and will be discussed during interview)
  • Students selected based on academic profile, personal statement and academic reference will be invited for a video conference interview. 
  • Students who are given offers must complete a police record check (Canadian equivalent to Disclosure and Barring Services background clearing check) and provide satisfactory immunization records and declaration of health status (Canadian equivalent of the Fitness to practise and health requirements).
Admission Timeline

Applications are processed and evaluated as they are received, rather than waiting until a specific deadline to review all applications. As acceptances are granted, spaces in the program will fill up. It is advised to apply as soon as possible in the admission cycle in order to have the best opportunity to potentially secure a spot in the program.

Program Structure

Your academic year will consist of periods of classroom instruction intertwined with internal placements, as well as designated periods solely for placement activity. Both teaching and placements will occur from Monday to Friday throughout the academic year and may even involve placements outside of the immediate county, potentially elsewhere in the UK. The academic duration for the MSc Physiotherapy differs from the standard undergraduate timeframe, as it encompasses teaching, learning, and placement activities that continue into the summer.

Teaching and learning approaches encompass:

  • Lectures and seminars
  • Collaborative group activities and discussions
  • Individual tutorials
  • Hands-on training in the clinical skills lab
  • Real-world learning through placements
  • Reflective journaling
  • Scenario-driven discussions
  • Competency evaluations
  • Self-directed study

Courses completed during program:

  • Foundations of Physiotherapy: Clinical Practice I
  • Functional Anatomy and Neuromusculoskeletal Assessment
  • Foundations of Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapy
  • Foundations of Neurology and Long-term Condition Management
  • Research, Audit and Service Evaluation Methods
  • Innovation and Service Improvement Project
  • Integrated Treatment and Rehabilitation
  • Specialist Physiotherapy Practice
  • Contemporary Physiotherapy Practice

Fees & Funding

Fees

2023-2024 International Tuition Fees: £15,900 

Please note: Tuition fees are determined on an annual basis and are subject to annual revisions. Consequently, the University may increase tuition fees in the second year or subsequent years of a program, aligning with inflation and/or adhering to the maximum limits allowed by legal or governmental regulations. Any modifications will be promptly communicated to students.


Funding

Canadian students may be eligible for student loans provided by the federal government through the Canada Student Loans Program (CSLP). Students may also be eligible for additional loans from their provincial or territorial student loan programs.

Canadian financial institutions offer student lines of credit for Canadians pursuing education abroad. Typically, a co-signer is necessary, so students should anticipate seeking a family member to serve as a guarantor.

International students with a student visa in the physiotherapy program are eligible to work up to 20 hours per week during the academic term. Exceeding the permitted work hours on a student visa constitutes a violation of your student visa and can result in serious repercussions.

Accommodations

University of Gloucestershire provides on-campus accommodation options, including halls of residence. These can be convenient and offer a sense of community, with a range of room types, from single rooms to shared flats. For more information about halls of residence provided by University of Gloucestershire please click here.

University of Gloucestershire guarantees a place in halls for all first year undergraduate, postgraduate and international students.

First year students may also opt to find their own housing in the local area owned by private landlords.

Key Information

Program Location Gloucester, England
Program Duration 2 years
Program Start September
International Tuition £15,900
Apply Now
Key Information
Program Location Oxstalls, Gloucester
Program Duration 2 years
Program Start September
International Tuition £15,900
APPLY NOW

Overview

The program embraces a comprehensive, patient-centered approach, prioritizing individuals in the decision-making process and equipping patients and their families with knowledge and involvement.

During this course, you will delve into the fundamental aspects of physiotherapy, grounding your practice in evidence-based principles and applying them across diverse clinical scenarios and healthcare environments. These experiences encompass clinical placements in both NHS and private healthcare settings, providing valuable preparation for your future role as a physiotherapist. You will also gain significant exposure to supporting long-term condition management programs and working in musculoskeletal clinics, either within the university or the local community. Your learning journey will be enriched by the use of various facilities, including treatment rooms, rehabilitation spaces, a demonstration hospital ward, a skills laboratory, a strength and conditioning suite, fitness facilities, and a simulated residential environment.

Canadian students will undergo more than 1025 hours of clinical practice placements, guaranteeing that they fulfill the supervised clinical education hours required by the Canadian Alliance of Physiotherapy Regulators for credentialing in Canada.

Upon successfully completing this accelerated degree, you will be eligible to apply for membership with the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) and the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). This qualification will allow you to practice physiotherapy in the UK, should you decide to remain and work in the UK.

Highlights

  • Small class sizes allowing for increased support and enhanced feedback.
  • Specialized physiotherapy instructors from various areas of physiotherapy practice.
  • Wide range of placement opportunities including a musculoskeletal clinic at the universitiy.
  • Access to state-of-the-art facitilies including clinical skills lab, simulation hospital ward, exercise testing and biomechanics lab and more.
  • Gloucester has a central train station with connections to major cities, making it easier for students to travel around the UK.
  • University of Gloucestershire’s campuses are in close proximity to modern shopping and leisure complex with a range of retail stores and restaurants, as well as historic attractions including Gloucester Cathedral renowned for its Gothic architecture which served as a filming location for the Harry Potter movies.

Program Information

Admission Requirements
  • Honours degree in a relevant science-based subject in the last five years. Your previous degree should be in biological sciences, sports science / therapy, or a healthcare course with significant anatomy and physiology components. Students with non science-based degrees who have taken substantial science based courses may be considered on an individual basis – Please speak with a Physio Abroad student advisor.
  • Minimum overall GPA of 3.0 on a 4 point scale, B grade overall average, or 80% overall average
  • Canadian High-School Grade 11 Math and English.
  • Personal Statement.
  • Academic reference.
  • Work or volunteer experience in physiotherapy (can be evidenced in your personal statement and will be discussed during interview)
  • Students selected based on academic profile, personal statement and academic reference will be invited for a video conference interview. 
  • Students who are given offers must complete a police record check (Canadian equivalent to Disclosure and Barring Services background clearing check) and provide satisfactory immunization records and declaration of health status (Canadian equivalent of the Fitness to practise and health requirements).
Admission Timeline

Applications are processed and evaluated as they are received, rather than waiting until a specific deadline to review all applications. As acceptances are granted, spaces in the program will fill up. It is advised to apply as soon as possible in the admission cycle in order to have the best opportunity to potentially secure a spot in the program.

Program Structure

Your academic year will consist of periods of classroom instruction intertwined with internal placements, as well as designated periods solely for placement activity. Both teaching and placements will occur from Monday to Friday throughout the academic year and may even involve placements outside of the immediate county, potentially elsewhere in the UK. The academic duration for the MSc Physiotherapy differs from the standard undergraduate timeframe, as it encompasses teaching, learning, and placement activities that continue into the summer.

Teaching and learning approaches encompass:

  • Lectures and seminars
  • Collaborative group activities and discussions
  • Individual tutorials
  • Hands-on training in the clinical skills lab
  • Real-world learning through placements
  • Reflective journaling
  • Scenario-driven discussions
  • Competency evaluations
  • Self-directed study

Courses completed during program:

  • Foundations of Physiotherapy: Clinical Practice I
  • Functional Anatomy and Neuromusculoskeletal Assessment
  • Foundations of Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapy
  • Foundations of Neurology and Long-term Condition Management
  • Research, Audit and Service Evaluation Methods
  • Innovation and Service Improvement Project
  • Integrated Treatment and Rehabilitation
  • Specialist Physiotherapy Practice
  • Contemporary Physiotherapy Practice

Fees & Funding

Fees

2023-2024 International Tuition Fees: £15,900 

Please note: Tuition fees are determined on an annual basis and are subject to annual revisions. Consequently, the University may increase tuition fees in the second year or subsequent years of a program, aligning with inflation and/or adhering to the maximum limits allowed by legal or governmental regulations. Any modifications will be promptly communicated to students.


Funding

Canadian students may be eligible for student loans provided by the federal government through the Canada Student Loans Program (CSLP). Students may also be eligible for additional loans from their provincial or territorial student loan programs.

Canadian financial institutions offer student lines of credit for Canadians pursuing education abroad. Typically, a co-signer is necessary, so students should anticipate seeking a family member to serve as a guarantor.

International students with a student visa in the physiotherapy program are eligible to work up to 20 hours per week during the academic term. Exceeding the permitted work hours on a student visa constitutes a violation of your student visa and can result in serious repercussions.

Accommodations

University of Gloucestershire provides on-campus accommodation options, including halls of residence. These can be convenient and offer a sense of community, with a range of room types, from single rooms to shared flats. For more information about halls of residence provided by University of Gloucestershire please click here.

University of Gloucestershire guarantees a place in halls for all first year undergraduate, postgraduate and international students.

First year students may also opt to find their own housing in the local area owned by private landlords.

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