Professional Development in Physiotherapy

Entry requirements

Applicants must:

(a) have gained a second class honours degree or better in Physiotherapy from a University of the United Kingdom or the Republic of Ireland, or from a recognised national awarding body, or from an institution of another country which has been recognised as being of an equivalent standard.

(b) be eligible for Health and Care Professions Council or equivalent

(c) provide evidence of competence in written and spoken English (GCSE grade C or equivalent) and for non-native English speakers, IELTS 7.0 (with no contributing band at less than 6.5) or, as an alternative to (a) and/or (b)

Months of entry

September

Course content

TThis unique course is for physiotherapy graduates worldwide. You will cover topics such as entrepreneurial leadership to manage new ventures within the health and social care sector, coaching and leadership skills in preparation for supervision/mentoring roles, the clinical role of physiotherapy in disaster

management as well as reviewing international standards of practice. You will learn strategies to empower patients to manage their long-term conditions and develop research skills to inform clinical practice.

You will engage in learning using digital interactive tools promoting communication and collaboration within an international, peer supported learning community. International experts will help deliver the programme which can be studied full-time (one year) or part-time (within three years). You will
also engage in inter-professional learning alongside other allied health professional colleagues.

There will be an opportunity to reflect on current theory and practice, utilising evidence to translate learning and enhance practice. The course will equip you with the necessary skills, understanding and confidence to live, work and study in international contexts, increasing your employability.