MSc Advanced Professional Practice in Physiotherapy
University of Plymouth
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MSc - Master of Science

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Plymouth Campus

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MSc - Master of Science

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This programme offers you the opportunity to review your current practice and evaluate new approaches, ensuring that you are equipped to meet the challenges of working in an ever changing physiotherapy profession with confidence.Become an evidence-based practitioner equipped to manage and lead in dynamic settings. Feel encouraged and supported by experienced and enthusiastic staff, who are recognised for their national and international research reputations.Make use of blended learning ...Read more

This programme offers you the opportunity to review your current practice and evaluate new approaches, ensuring that you are equipped to meet the challenges of working in an ever changing physiotherapy profession with confidence.Become an evidence-based practitioner equipped to manage and lead in dynamic settings. Feel encouraged and supported by experienced and enthusiastic staff, who are recognised for their national and international research reputations.Make use of blended learning techniques, combining short study blocks and distance learning technologies.From 2023, students in Plymouth can train and practice their professional healthcare skills in an inspiring purpose-built environment, InterCity Place.Explore a large range of continuing professional development (CPD) modules aligned to a number of specialities including neurology, musculoskeletal and respiratory.Tailor your learning to your interests or workplace through module assignments and our physiotherapy focused supported independent study module.

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50/279
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20th
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75th
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Sarah
21 Jan 26

Uni is very accommodating to all students, lots of support available, lots of cafes (very important for coffee consumption!) This is my second degree from this uni and I wouldn't..Read more

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Breanna
21 Jan 26

The course syllabus is interesting, teachers are very helpful...Read more

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Entry requirements

Youll be required to have a first degree (BSc (Hons) at 2:2 or above or European first cycle equivalent) in physiotherapy. Non UK based candidates must be recognised as physiotherapists within their own country. You may be a health or social care professional with a first degree or with a related academic degree. If you do not hold a degree but with appropriate experience related to the programme or to any of the chosen pathways you may be eligible to apply. Youll normally be required to submit a short piece of writing as part of the admissions process.

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£11,700 per year

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£20,150 per year

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£20,150 per year

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21 Jan 26
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Uni is very accommodating to all students, lots of support available, lots of cafes (very important for coffee consumption!) This is my second degree from this uni and I wouldn't...
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Breanna
21 Jan 26
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The course syllabus is interesting, teachers are very helpful....
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University of Plymouth
University of Plymouth , Plymouth

The University of Plymouth’s campus is centrally located within Britain’s Ocean City, perched on the south western coast of Devon...

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Drake Circus Plymouth Devon PL4 8AA United Kingdom
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