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University of Worcester: Physiotherapy (Pre-registration)
| Institution | University of Worcester |
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| Department | School of Allied Health and Community |
| Web | http://www.worcester.ac.uk |
| Study type | Taught |
MSc
Summary
Become a qualified physiotherapist in two years with this full-time course. This programme is designed for graduates who do not currently hold a physiotherapy degree.
Accreditation This course is validated by the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) and approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
Successful completion of the course gives you eligibility to apply for registration with the HCPC, and full professional membership of the CSP.
Overview Our two-year accelerated programme is ideal for graduates who wish to become physiotherapists but do not hold an undergraduate physiotherapy degree.
After building a strong foundation of anatomical knowledge, you’ll learn how to diagnose and rehabilitate across a range of conditions, as well as how to prevent illness and disease. You’ll gain substantial practical experience in our purpose-built simulation laboratories and a range of real-life clinical environments.
Our team of experienced physiotherapists will supervise you on campus, and as you complete placements in different clinical, health, and social care settings. You’ll also study alongside students from our Medicine, Nursing, Social Work, and Occupational Therapy courses, providing opportunities to learn from each other and preparing you to work seamlessly in a multi-disciplinary team.
Placements Over this two-year course, you’ll complete a minimum of 1,000 hours of work-based learning, ensuring you develop the practical skills needed for a successful career in physiotherapy.
Your placements will allow you to experience a variety of environments, including hospitals, private practices, community care, and specialised clinics. You’ll gain familiarity with the profession and a range of patients and conditions.
You’ll also complete simulation activities in our on-site facilities, including our physiotherapy lab. This means you can develop your confidence and skills in a controlled, supportive environment before applying them in a clinical setting.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
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| Entry requirements | A typical applicant will be able to demonstrate: A degree at 2:2 or above in a relevant discipline OR degree in another subject with a level 3 qualification in Biology, Physical Education or science may be required |
Summary
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This course is a qualifying programme for graduates with a first degree; it is not suitable for qualified Physiotherapists.
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Successful completion of the course will give you eligibility to apply for registration with the Health and Care Professions Council and membership of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy.
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The Physiotherapy MSc will be underpinned with a School-wide commitment to inter-disciplinary learning that aims to develop skilled and compassionate practitioners who have the confidence to engage with and promote professional, social, and political change in health and social care.
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The course runs in parallel with the MSc Occupational Therapy (Pre-registration) integrating collaborative working, and evidence-based person-centred practice.
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You will be supported to gain more than 1,000 hours of practice-based learning in a variety of practice settings.
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Our Physiotherapy MSc (pre-reg) course received 88% overall student satisfaction in the 2023 Post-graduate Taught Experience Survey (PTES).
Key features
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You will develop clinical skills through work-based learning and our excellent on-site facilities, including simulation suites and a purpose-built home environment.
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Your Practice Placement modules are an important aspect of the education of a physiotherapist and are continued throughout the two years of the programme.
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We work in partnership with service users and carers to inform the design of the programme as well as involving them in aspects of delivery, enabling you to directly interact with, and learn from, service users and carers.
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You will develop effective team working and communication skills through inter-disciplinary learning, projects and placements enabling you to facilitate group education and to work within a multi-disciplinary team.
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Allied health profession students will receive at least £5,000 a year in additional funding for maintenance and associated study costs.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
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| Entry requirements | A typical applicant will be able to demonstrate: A degree at 2:2 or above in a relevant discipline OR degree in another subject with a level 3 qualification in Biology, Physical Education or science may be required |
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