MSc Musculoskeletal Medicine (Advancing Practice in) at Queen Margaret University

Programme overview

A part-time, fully online MSc/PgDip for learners who have completed the 60-credit Foundation Module of the Society of Musculoskeletal Medicine. It builds knowledge and skills for advanced professional practice in musculoskeletal medicine.

Faculty: School of Health Sciences | Department: Radiography (DNBSPPR) | Duration: 2-5 years part-time (fully online) | Intake: September 2027; January 2028 | Study mode: part-time | Location: Musselburgh (Edinburgh), Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules include Methods of Enquiry, Fundamentals of Advancing Practice, workplace clinical competency modules and two optional modules (40 credits). The MSc also requires a 60-credit dissertation.

Career pathways

Enhanced career progression in leadership roles or within a specialist field of practice.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Honours degree in a relevant discipline and successful completion, within the past five years, of the 60-credit Foundation module in Musculoskeletal Medicine run by the Society of Musculoskeletal Medicine, plus relevant professional registration. International applicants: IELTS 6.5 with no component below 6.0; as the course is fully online the University cannot sponsor international students on a student visa. Some modules require students to be working in the relevant area of practice with the support of a line manager and workplace mentor. Application deadline: typically December for a January start and August for a September start.

Intake: September 2027 / January 2028

Duration: 2-5 years part-time (fully online)

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