Taught course

Physiotherapy (pre-registration)

Institution
St George's, University of London · Institute of Medical and Biomedical Education
Qualifications
MSc

Entry requirements

Undergraduate degree

  • 2:1 (upper second class) Honours in any relevant subject.
  • This may include (but is not limited to): biology, behavioural science, sports science, physiology, health science, or a health-related profession which ideally contains human anatomy and physiology.

Degrees must be completed, awarded and certified by 1 August in the year of entry. Failure to comply with this may result in the withdrawal of any offer issued by St George’s.

Experience of the research process and/or completion of an undergraduate dissertation are essential.

Applicants who obtain lower than 2:1 honours undergraduate degree, or have completed their undergraduate degree outside of a five year period including the year of application, will be considered if their application is supported by another: biology, behavioural science, sports science, physiology, health science, or a health-related profession masters/PhD degree. These applicants are required to obtain a minimum of merit at master level.

Months of entry

September

Course content

This course has been specifically designed for graduates of health and life sciences disciplines with a desire to pursue a career in Physiotherapy.

On this course you will learn via a variety of methods in order to become a practitioner who is proactive, flexible and able to meet the changing needs of health and social care. Graduates of this MSc programme are critical thinkers and independent learners with problem-solving skills. Teaching and learning methods include classroom-based learning, simulated practical exercises, self-directed learning and practice placements, which are undertaken in a variety of healthcare environments including acute NHS hospital trusts, community-based services, mental health trusts and private hospitals.

Course highlights:

  • Shared campus with one of the largest teaching hospitals in the UK. Opportunity to learn anatomy by prosection and dissection of cadavers.
  • The course includes 30 weeks of practice placement.
  • Inter-professional education: Shared learning alongside other MSc postgraduate courses and both pre and post registration students.
  • Access to the Graduate School.

Qualification, course duration and attendance options

  • MSc
    full time
    24 months
    • Campus-based learningis available for this qualification

Course contact details

Name
Course Enquiries
Email
pgenquiries@sgul.ac.uk
Phone
020 3897 2032