Physiotherapy (pre-registration)

University of East Anglia UEA
Postgraduate MSc Full-time 2 Years Physiotherapy, physiology, and pathology

About this course

Overview

Transform lives and advance your career with our rewarding MSc in Physiotherapy. Imagine helping people overcome physical challenges and reclaim their mobility – often quite literally getting them back on their feet.

With our rigorous programme, you'll gain a deep understanding of the clinical sciences behind human movement and function, supported by state-of-the-art facilities like our anatomy room, assistive technology, and simulation suite.

Our MSc Physiotherapy course is fully approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and accredited by the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy. At our prestigious School of Health Sciences, you’ll engage with innovative teaching methods, from case studies and workshops to Enquiry-Based Learning (EBL). You'll master the skills needed to identify issues and learn how to make effective decisions tailored to individual client needs.

You’ll become an expert in understanding specific psychological, cultural and social factors in the context of patient care, and learn how to work with carers and other health professionals. Our course empowers you to use your expertise to educate and promote health within communities. You’ll gain invaluable hands-on experience with four supervised placements over two years, each lasting seven to eight weeks, where you’ll apply your knowledge in real-world settings.

Here at UEA, you’ll join a unique inter-professional learning environment, studying alongside Occupational Therapy and Dietetics students to mirror the collaborative nature of healthcare. You’ll also be able to explore your passions through a Master’s dissertation project, guided by our expert faculty, on a topic that sparks your interest. We’re very proud of our innovative teaching methods and the passion and dedication of our staff. Our approach is creative, challenging and engaging, and our students consistently report that this course is both professionally enriching and personally transformative.

Disclaimer

Course details are subject to change. You should always confirm the details on the provider's website: www.uea.ac.uk

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

2222 Occupational therapists
2221 Physiotherapists
3219 Health associate professionals
2229 Therapy professionals
1231 Health care practice managers
3214 Complementary health associate professionals

Course Details

Qualification
MSc
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
2 Years
Start Date
2025
Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Norwich
Scheme
Postgraduate
Subjects
Physiotherapy, physiology, and pathology