MSc Physiotherapy (Advancing Practice in) at Queen Margaret University

Programme overview

A fully online, part-time MSc/PgDip for qualified physiotherapists that develops leadership of innovative, person-centred change in physiotherapy practice, with clinical competency workplace modules and research, leadership and learning-facilitation content.

Faculty: School of Health Sciences | Department: Physiotherapy (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 Independent and Supplementary Prescribing for Healthcare Professionals (40 credits), Fundamentals of Advancing Practice, Demonstrating Impact in Practice, Methods of Enquiry and an optional module, with a 60-credit dissertation for the MSc.

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 physiotherapy and professional registration (or equivalent) in physiotherapy. 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. The Advancing Competencies and Advancing Portfolio core modules require learners 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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