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University College Dublin: Physiotherapy
| Institution | University College Dublin View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | UCD School of Public Health, Physiotherapy and Sports Science |
| Web | www.ucd.ie/global |
| internationalenquiries@ucd.ie | |
| Telephone | +353 1 716 8500 |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
This MSc Physiotherapy pre-registration course will equip graduates with the expertise and clinical skills required to practice physiotherapy (physical therapy) in the private or public health and social care sector.
The programme is fully approved by CORU, the Health and Social Care Professions regulatory body of Ireland and accredited by the Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapists; a member organisation of the World Confederation for Physical Therapy.
Graduates of this programme are eligible for registration with CORU, the Health and Social Care Professions regulatory body of Ireland and membership of the Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapists.
The programme combines taught physiotherapy modules and rehabilitation research with over 1000 hours of clinical practice.
The programme has a strong international reputation in physiotherapy education.
Graduates from UCD Physiotherapy are working in the USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Europe, Africa and South East Asia in a range of areas; hospitals and private practice, primary and community care, rehabilitation centres and nursing homes, non-governmental agencies, education, research, business, sport and leisure industries. Graduates can also apply for a range of disciplinary and general postgraduate taught (Postgrad Cert/Dip, MSc) and research (MSc and PhD) programmes.
Professional Master of Education
| Level | NFQ Level 9 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | This programme is intended for applicants who hold an appropriate primary degree* (NFQ Level 8), with an upper second class honours or international equivalent required. Pre-requisites for the programme are: Applied Human Anatomy, Human Physiology, Exercise Science, Applied Physics, Foundation Science** Applied Human Biomechanics, Behavioural Sciences, Research Methods and Statistics. *This programme is not appropriate for those who have already completed a physiotherapy degree. **For example, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Mathematics Motivation and interest must be demonstrated through providing a professional CV and a personal statement outlining motivation to study. Three letters of reference are required. These are a mandatory and non-negotiable requirement. They must include an (i) academic reference (from a university professor), (ii) a physiotherapy reference (from a registered physiotherapist) and (iii) one other reference (this can be an additional academic or physiotherapy reference or else, a reference from an organisation external to academia and physiotherapy). Applicants whose first language is not English must also demonstrate English language proficiency of IELTS 6.5, (no band less than 6.0 in each element), or equivalent. |
Fees
| EU | 16545 Euros for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Non EU | 26500 Euros for Year 1 |
| EU | 16545 Euros for Year 2 |
| Non EU | 26500 Euros for Year 2 |
Why UCD?
University College Dublin is one of Europe’s leading research-intensive universities.
Rankings
- UCD has now moved up to 118th globally overall
- 49th in Sustainability globally, 1st in Ireland
- Four subjects ranked in the top-50 globally are Veterinary Science (33), Petroleum Engineering (34), English Language & Literature (41), and Nursing (44).
- There were nine subjects at UCD also ranked between 51 -100 by QS, these were Agriculture & Forestry; Anatomy and Physiology; Archaeology; History; Library Management; Performing Arts; Philosophy; Social Policy and Administration; and Sports Related Subject
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