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St George's, University of London: Physiotherapy (pre-registration)
| Institution | St George's, University of London |
|---|---|
| Department | Physiotherapy |
| Web | http://www.sgul.ac.uk |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
Physiotherapists help people rehabilitate and regain movement after an illness or injury, treating patients with muscle and skeletal injuries, as well as with neurological and breathing problems.
This course is suited to graduates of health and life science disciplines who want to pursue a career in physiotherapy. It has been specifically designed to develop qualified practitioners who are proactive, flexible and able to meet the changing needs of health and social care. You will learn via a variety of methods, including classroom-based learning, simulated practical exercises, self-directed learning and practice placements in a variety of healthcare environments including acute NHS hospital trusts, community-based services, mental health trusts and private hospitals. This will help you become proactive, flexible and able to meet the rapidly-changing prerequisites of social and health care.
Course highlights
This course is accredited by the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy and is available to students from within the UK and internationally.
Time spent on practice placements, treating patients under supervision both in hospital and community settings.
Specialist facilities include our state-of-the-art simulation centre, dedicated physiotherapy labs, pathology museum, anatomy and dissection rooms, which enable you to learn clinical skills and practise techniques in a safe environment.
About St George’s, University of London
Established in 1752, St George’s is the UK’s only university dedicated to medical and health sciences education, training and research. We share our site with a major London teaching hospital which is both on the clinical frontline for a diverse local community and a centre of excellence for specialist conditions. At St George's, you’ll study in a clinical setting with like-minded individuals working across a variety of healthcare professions.
St George’s has enjoyed an outstanding track record of research and innovation in infectious disease ever since the ‘father of vaccinology’ and St George's alumnus, Edward Jenner, created the world’s first vaccine (against smallpox). Recent research has included a focus on tuberculosis, malaria, HIV in low and middle-income countries and Covid-19.
MSc
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | 2:1 (upper second class) Honours in any relevant subject in an Undergraduate degree. 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. |
| Location | St George's, University of London Cranmer Terrace Wandsworth SW17 0RE |
Fees
| Channel Islands | 18500 GBP for Whole course |
|---|---|
| Republic of Ireland | 18500 GBP for Whole course |
| England | 18500 GBP for Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | 18500 GBP for Whole course |
| Scotland | 18500 GBP for Whole course |
| Wales | 18500 GBP for Whole course |
| EU | 36500 GBP for Whole course |
| International | 36500 GBP for Whole course |
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