MSc / PGDip Manipulative Physiotherapy at University of Birmingham

Programme overview

Join the next generation of musculoskeletal physiotherapy experts and enhance your clinical reasoning. This course is ideal for those looking to elevate their clinical expertise, refine hands-on skills, and strengthen research capabilities and practice-based evaluation for a successful career in musculoskeletal physiotherapy. Study at a world-leading research university with a team of multidisciplinary experts.

Department: Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation | Duration: MSc – 13 months to 3 years full-time, up to 6 years part-time | Study mode: full-time/part-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

This degree comprises a series of taught core and optional modules alongside a 60-credit research dissertation. You will take a total of 180 Masters level credits. Modules include LM Dissertation, LM Research Methodology in Sport, Exercise and Rehabilitation, Continuing Professional Development and Mentored Practice, LM Advanced Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy 1: Lower Quadrant, LM Advanced Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy 2: Upper Quadrant, LM Innovation in Professional Development, LM Sports Medicine Assessment.

Career pathways

Physiotherapy graduates have entered careers both in the NHS and private sector. They work in hospitals, in the community as well as sports clubs and the military.

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Application information

Entry requirements

2:1 Honours degree in an undergraduate (pre-registration) physiotherapy qualification. Documented evidence (through personal statement and employment history) of approximately 750 hours of post-registration manipulative/musculoskeletal physiotherapy skills and experience. Registration as a practising physiotherapist in the country where they are currently/have been practising. English language: IELTS 7.0 with no less than 6.5 in any band.

Domestic applicants: GBP 11,790 a year (2027/28). Full-time Source

International applicants: GBP 32,580 a year (2027/28). Full-time Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: MSc – 13 months to 3 years full-time, up to 6 years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://admissions.bham.ac.uk/course-finder-landing-page/?code=LES087

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