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University of Gloucestershire: Physiotherapy (pre-registration)
| Institution | University of Gloucestershire |
|---|---|
| Department | School of Health and Social Care |
| Web | http://www.glos.ac.uk |
| Study type | Taught |
MSc
Summary
‘Physiotherapy helps restore movement and function when someone is affected by injury, illness or disability’ (Chartered Society of Physiotherapy, nd.)
As a physiotherapist you can make a valuable contribution to the health and wellbeing of people affected by illness, injury or disability through movement and exercise, manual therapy, education and advice. The programme adopts a holistic, person-centred approach that places people at the centre of decision making and empowers patients and their families through education and engagement.
On this course you’ll study the core areas of physiotherapy, drawing on the evidence-base in the discipline and apply them to a variety of clinical situations and healthcare settings. These include clinical placements in a variety of NHS and private providers to help you prepare for your future career as a physiotherapist. You’ll also build up valuable experience supporting long-term condition management programmes and a musculoskeletal clinic at the university or in the local area. You’ll use facilities such as– treatment rooms, rehabilitation spaces, a demonstration hospital ward, a skills laboratory, a strength and conditioning suite, fitness suite and a simulated ‘home’ environment.
The course is accredited by the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) and validated by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). On completion of the course you will be eligible to apply for membership of the CSP (Chartered Status) and HCPC Registration, to practice as a Registered Physiotherapist.
Study style Your academic year will be split into blocks of taught delivery interweaved with internal placement and blocks of placement activity. Teaching and placement activity will run Monday to Friday throughout the academic year – and may include placements in other counties within the UK. In keeping with many preregistration programmes, the academic year for the MSc Physiotherapy is longer than that of a typical undergraduate degree with teaching and learning activities, including placements, extending into the summer months.
Methods of teaching and learning include:
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lectures & seminars
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group work & discussions
-
tutorials
-
skills practice in the clinical skills laboratory
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Practice-based learning (placements)
-
reflective logs
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case based discussions
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assessment of competencies
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self-directed study.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Physiotherapy pre-reg honours degree requirements GCSE English Language and Maths If you don’t have a traditional GCSE, get in touch with our admissions team who will be able to advise you. Physiotherapy pre-reg work experience Physiotherapy pre-reg interview English language requirements DBS and health check required Fitness to practice declaration |
| Location | Oxstalls Campus - Gloucester Oxstalls Lane Longlevens Gloucester GL2 9HW |
Summary
‘Physiotherapy helps restore movement and function when someone is affected by injury, illness or disability’ (Chartered Society of Physiotherapy, nd.)
As a physiotherapist you can make a valuable contribution to the health and wellbeing of people affected by illness, injury or disability through movement and exercise, manual therapy, education and advice. The programme adopts a holistic, person-centred approach that places people at the centre of decision making and empowers patients and their families through education and engagement.
On this course you’ll study the core areas of physiotherapy, drawing on the evidence-base in the discipline and apply them to a variety of clinical situations and healthcare settings. These include clinical placements in a variety of NHS and private providers to help you prepare for your future career as a physiotherapist. You’ll also build up valuable experience supporting long-term condition management programmes and a musculoskeletal clinic at the university or in the local area. You’ll use facilities such as– treatment rooms, rehabilitation spaces, a demonstration hospital ward, a skills laboratory, a strength and conditioning suite, fitness suite and a simulated ‘home’ environment.
The course is accredited by the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) and validated by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). On completion of the course you will be eligible to apply for membership of the CSP (Chartered Status) and HCPC Registration, to practice as a Registered Physiotherapist.
Study style Your academic year will be split into blocks of taught delivery interweaved with internal placement and blocks of placement activity. Teaching and placement activity will run Monday to Friday throughout the academic year – and may include placements in other counties within the UK. In keeping with many preregistration programmes, the academic year for the MSc Physiotherapy is longer than that of a typical undergraduate degree with teaching and learning activities, including placements, extending into the summer months.
Methods of teaching and learning include:
-
lectures & seminars
-
group work & discussions
-
tutorials
-
skills practice in the clinical skills laboratory
-
Practice-based learning (placements)
-
reflective logs
-
case based discussions
-
assessment of competencies
-
self-directed study.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Physiotherapy pre-reg honours degree requirements GCSE English Language and Maths If you don’t have a traditional GCSE, get in touch with our admissions team who will be able to advise you. Physiotherapy pre-reg work experience Physiotherapy pre-reg interview English language requirements DBS and health check required Fitness to practice declaration |
| Location | Oxstalls Campus - Gloucester Oxstalls Lane Longlevens Gloucester GL2 9HW |
Summary
As a Physiotherapist you can help people affected by illness, injury or disability through movement and exercise, manual therapy, education and advice. You’ll take a ‘whole person’ approach to health – fully involving patients in their own care through education, awareness and empowerment.
On this hands-on course you’ll study the core areas of physiotherapy and apply them to clinical situations. These include clinical placements in a variety of NHS and private settings to help you prepare for your future career as a Physiotherapist. You’ll also build up valuable experience in supporting long-term condition management programmes and a musculoskeletal clinic at the university or in a local clinic. You’ll use state-of-the-art facilities – treatment rooms, rehabilitation space, a hospital ward, a skills laboratory, a biomechanics laboratory, physiology laboratories, a strength and conditioning suite, fitness suite and a simulated ‘home’ environment.
The course is accredited by the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) and is being reviewed for approval by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). On completion of the course you will be eligible to apply to the CSP and HCPC to practice as a registered physiotherapist.
Study style
Your academic year will be split into blocks of taught delivery interweaved with internal placement and blocks of placement activity. Teaching and placement activity will run Monday to Friday throughout the academic year – and may include completing placements in other counties within the UK.
Methods of teaching and learning include:
- lectures & seminars
- group work & discussions
- tutorials
- skills practice in clinical skills laboratory
- clinical placements
- reflective logs
- case based discussions
- assessment of competencies
- self-directed study.
For more information and to apply for the Physiotherapy course, please visit the course page at www.glos.ac.uk/Postgraduate
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | - You will have completed an honours degree in the last five years, achieving 2:1 or 1st class award or be predicted to achieve this grade. Your previous degree should be in biological sciences, sports science / therapy, or a healthcare course with significant anatomy and physiology components. |
| Location | Oxstalls Campus - Gloucester Oxstalls Lane Longlevens Gloucester GL2 9HW |
Fees
| England | 9425 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 9425 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 9425 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 9425 GBP for Year 1 |
| EU | 15000 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 15000 GBP for Year 1 |
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