MSc Physiotherapy (Pre-Registration)
University of Plymouth
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MSc - Master of Science

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Plymouth University

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MSc - Master of Science

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Plymouth University

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About the courseBecome a fully qualified Physiotherapist in two-years with this full-time accelerated course for graduates. The Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) approve this course. Upon successful completion of the course, you will be eligible to register as a Physiotherapist with the HCPC and eligible for full membership of the CSP.This two-year accelerated programme will develop your clinical, leadership, management, and research ...Read more

About the course

Become a fully qualified Physiotherapist in two-years with this full-time accelerated course for graduates. The Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) approve this course. Upon successful completion of the course, you will be eligible to register as a Physiotherapist with the HCPC and eligible for full membership of the CSP.

This two-year accelerated programme will develop your clinical, leadership, management, and research skills allowing you to graduate armed with the skills and experience to treat complex patients and which promote progression within your Physiotherapy career.

Key features

- Study full time over two years and gain an MSc as your entry qualification to the profession.
- Cover the required 90 weeks of pre-registration study in two years, instead of the usual three years, on the full-time accelerated programme, to qualify and gain employment quicker.
- Our enquiry-based learning approach develops your learning, clinical reasoning, and leadership skills to develop you as an autonomous practitioner.
- Develop your own independent research project supervised by academic staff conducting internationally recognised clinical research.
- Graduate armed with the skills and experience to find employment in a variety of environments both in the UK and internationally.
- Join an enthusiastic team of Physiotherapists, undergraduate, postgraduate and PhD students who are pushing forward the boundaries of knowledge on Physiotherapy and rehabilitation research.

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WUSCA ranking:
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70/101
CUG Subject Ranking
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Source: Complete University Guide 2025
6th
CUG Ranking
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Source: Complete University Guide 2025
65th
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Noah
25 Nov 24

Students life is very high and interesting, facilities of my course are top tier, and teachers are engaging. Quite a bit of building work at the moment which would be a low,..Read more

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Daisy
22 Nov 24

I love the city itself, there are loads of places to relax. The university itself has great facilities and lots of support where needed. the physio team is great and always happy..Read more

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Entry requirements

A degree from an Institution of Higher Education normally at 2:1 or above. The degree would normally have been completed within the last 5 years. Relevant subject areas include biological sciences, behavioural sciences, sport and exercise sciences, sports therapy, sports rehabilitation, and nursing. Applicants should demonstrate evidence of their interest in Physiotherapy and the seeking of work experience in Physiotherapy is encouraged. - Satisfactory disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) or equivalent for overseas applicants. - GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics at grade C/4 or above, will normally be expected.

Tuition fees

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£11,450 per year

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£19,550 per year

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£19,550 per year

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Noah
25 Nov 24
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Students life is very high and interesting, facilities of my course are top tier, and teachers are engaging. Quite a bit of building work at the moment which would be a low,...
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Daisy
22 Nov 24
Physiotherapy BSc (Hons)
I love the city itself, there are loads of places to relax. The university itself has great facilities and lots of support where needed. the physio team is great and always happy...
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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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Nearest train station: Plymouth  0.2 miles away

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