| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-09-24 | - |
Program Overview
The MSc Physiotherapy program at the University of Wolverhampton is a 2-year full-time program designed to develop advanced practice physiotherapists with a comprehensive understanding of the profession. The program emphasizes clinical reasoning and decision-making skills, fostering effective autonomous practitioners who provide high-quality patient care. Graduates are equipped for a variety of career paths within the healthcare sector, including positions as physiotherapists, specialist physiotherapists, researchers, educators, and leaders. The program is accredited by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and offers a range of support services for students.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
MSc Physiotherapy
is a 2-year full-time program offered by the University of Wolverhampton, designed to develop advanced practice physiotherapists with a comprehensive understanding of the profession. The program emphasizes clinical reasoning and decision-making skills, fostering effective autonomous practitioners who provide high-quality patient care.
Objectives:
- Equip graduates with in-depth knowledge and practical skills in physiotherapy assessment and management.
- Develop strong clinical reasoning and decision-making abilities.
- Foster effective communication and interpersonal skills for patient interaction and collaboration.
- Cultivate professionalism and ethical conduct in accordance with healthcare standards.
- Prepare graduates for successful careers as qualified physiotherapists.
Program Description:
The MSc Physiotherapy program combines research-informed teaching with clinical placement opportunities. Core curriculum topics include:
- Physiotherapy in acute care
- Physiotherapy and outpatient management
- Professionalism in healthcare
- Therapeutic rehabilitation
- Enhanced physiotherapy clinical skills
- Personal and physiotherapy practice development
- Professional practice project Students can specialize in one of these areas through elective courses, providing focused learning experiences. The program also features:
- Inter-professional learning opportunities with other allied health professionals.
- State-of-the-art facilities and a world-class faculty.
- Focus on student engagement with service users and carers.
- Development of leadership, coaching, and mentoring skills.
Outline:
Year 1:
- Physiotherapy in Acute Care: This module introduces students to the core aspects of physiotherapy practice within secondary care settings, focusing on the role of the physiotherapist in managing neurological and cardiorespiratory conditions.
- Physiotherapy Outpatient Management: This module equips students with the skills and knowledge to assess and manage a range of musculoskeletal conditions in the outpatient setting.
- Professionalism in Healthcare: This module provides students with the underpinning knowledge and skills in relation to professional healthcare practice, covering legal and ethical frameworks, professional responsibilities, and communication skills.
- Therapeutic Rehabilitation: This module focuses on the physiotherapy assessment and management of long-term conditions and the development of rehabilitation skills within community settings.
Year 2:
- Enhanced Physiotherapy Clinical Skills: This module builds on the foundations of the first year studies, fostering in-depth knowledge of physiotherapy assessment and management of complex conditions and the application of specialist techniques.
- Personal and Physiotherapy Practice Development: This module explores emerging developments within physiotherapy professional practice and identifies opportunities for career advancement.
- Professional Practice Project: This module allows students to explore an area of professional practice in depth through a research proposal, service improvement project, or business plan, focusing on collaborative work and leadership skills.
Assessment: Assessment methods vary depending on the module and may include:
- Written assignments
- Presentations
- Case studies
- Examinations
- Practical skills assessments
- Professional practice project
Teaching: The program utilizes diverse teaching methods, including:
- Lectures
- Seminars
- Workshops
- Tutorials
- Clinical placements
- Independent study The faculty comprises experienced physiotherapists and researchers with extensive clinical and academic expertise.
Careers: Graduates of the MSc Physiotherapy program are equipped for a variety of career paths within the healthcare sector, including positions as:
- Physiotherapist in hospitals, clinics, or private practice
- Specialist physiotherapist in areas such as neurology, cardiorespiratory, musculoskeletal, or pediatrics
- Researcher in the field of physiotherapy
- Educator in physiotherapy programs
- Leadership roles in physiotherapy departments or organizations
Other:
- The program is accredited by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
- Graduates are eligible for the NHS bursary and learning support fund.
- The program emphasizes inter-professional learning and collaboration with other healthcare professionals.
- The University of Wolverhampton offers a range of support services for students, including academic advising, career guidance, and mental health support.
