Rehabilitation Science (Physiotherapy)
MSc (PGCert PGDip)

• Course summary and entry requirements

  Course duration

  Full-time: 2 years
  

  Professional accreditation

  On completion of the course, graduates are eligible to apply for registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a physiotherapist and for membership of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP).

  About the course

  This accelerated course enables graduates from biological sciences, behavioural sciences and other health professions to convert their first degree to a masters degree. The course consists of three, 15-week trimesters per year for two years. Students on this course benefit from sharing some facilities, expertise and learning events with students on other health related courses.

  Typical entry requirements

  Individual offers may vary.

  For non-native speakers of English:
  IELTS 7.0 overall, with no element below 6.5; or equivalent qualification

  Other:
  The course commences in February 2014, the closing date for applications is 1st September 2013. We do not make any decisions before the closing date. Please ensure that you submit your final transcript, evidence of physiotherapy work experience and 2 references.

  Degree and/or experience:
  Undergraduate degree of 2:1 or above (or equivalent for international students) in biological sciences, behavioural sciences or other health professional education.

  At least one week of work experience in a physiotherapy setting, preferably in the NHS or other hospital setting is expected before application, please submit evidence of this with your application.

  Successful applicants will be invited to attend a selection event comprising a group task and an individual interview.
  

• Course content

  Course structure

  Problem-based tutorials, subject specialist resource sessions and skills workshops make up the learning week for campus-based modules. Study focuses on real-life situations, integrating subjects such as anatomy, physiology, pathology, therapeutic skills, behavioural sciences and research methods. Completion of the Project Studies module and the submission of a dissertation lead to the masters award.

  Areas of study

  The course begins in February and consists of six campus-based modules and five practice modules. Year 1 is mainly campus-based and year 2 involves mainly practice placements with the campus-based Research Dissertation Studies. Completion of all modules leads to the MSc in Rehabilitation Science (Physiotherapy) award.

  Syllabus

  Year 1
  Physiotherapy in Health
  Physiotherapy in Rehabilitation
  Practice Placement 1 (6 weeks)
  Neurological Physiotherapy
  NMS Physiotherapy
  Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapy

  Year 2
  Practice placements (5 placements each lasting six weeks)
  Research Dissertation
  

• Fees and costs

  The fees listed here are for full-time courses beginning in the academic year 2013-14. Further tuition fees are payable for each subsequent year of study and may be subject to small increases, in line with inflation.

  The tuition fee you have to pay depends on a number of factors including the kind of course you take, and whether you study full- or part-time. If you are studying part-time you will normally be charged on a pro rata basis depending on the number of modules you take.

  What's included in the fee?

  When costs such as health or criminal record checks, field trips or use of specialist materials are incurred as a mandatory requirement of the course they are included in your tuition fee.

  You may incur additional costs depending on the optional modules or activities you choose. The cost of optional activities is not included in your tuition fee and you will need to meet this cost in addition to your fees. Before you apply please check with the school that provides your course using the contact details on the left of this page for advice about what is included and what optional costs you could face so you can budget accordingly.

  Our website www.brighton.ac.uk/money provides advice about funding and scholarships as well as further information about fees and advice on international and island fee paying status.

  Rehabilitation Science (Physiotherapy) (MSc) (Full time)	[L2BH033]
  UK/EU (Full Time)	For advice on fees for this course please contact fees@brighton.ac.uk, +44/0 1273 642449.
  Island Students (Full Time)	For advice on fees for this course please contact fees@brighton.ac.uk, +44/0 1273 642449.
  International (Full Time)	16,740 GBP

• Location

  Location Eastbourne

  Eastbourne is a thriving town which offers traditional seaside attractions, modern nightlife, good shopping and a wide range of sporting activities. It’s one of the sunniest places in the UK.

  Our Eastbourne campus is located at the foot of the South Downs National Park, about ten minutes walk from the seafront and 20 minutes from the pier and Eastbourne town centre. Almost 3,000 students are based here.

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  Living in Eastbourne

  Eastbourne’s buzzing university community and compact town gives it a laid back and friendly feel. The town combines the traditional seaside attractions with modern nightlife, a wide range of sporting activities and an exciting arts scene.

  Social scene

  The student community in Eastbourne ensures it has a thriving social scene, with dedicated student nights at many of the town’s pubs and clubs. Eastbourne’s expanding nightlife includes trendy cocktail bars, laid-back country pubs and modern nightclubs.

  

  Arts

  The striking Towner contemporary art museum in Eastbourne features international exhibitions as well as a permanent art collection. Eastbourne's six theatres give you a chance to see West End musicals, touring shows, live music and comedy.

  

  Sports

  Eastbourne has long been the home of pre-Wimbledon tennis tournaments at Devonshire Park. Eastbourne also hosts an extreme sports festival and the Beachy Head Marathon that takes place across the South Downs National Park.

  

• Career opportunities

  The National Health Service Plan indicates the government's commitment to expand the roles of allied health professionals. Graduates are equipped for careers in the NHS and the private health sector, both in the UK and abroad. After a period of work experience, they can progress to PhD research programmes and contribute to the evidence base of the profession.

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