Program Overview
MPhysio (Hons) Physiotherapy
The MPhysio (Hons) Physiotherapy course is an integrated master's degree that combines undergraduate and postgraduate study in a single course. This four-year program provides students with the scientific foundation, clinical skills, and hands-on experience to support recovery and independence.
About the Course
The course is designed to develop students' clinical, leadership, management, and research skills, promoting future progression in their physiotherapy career. Students will engage in an innovative curriculum that utilizes real clinical scenarios across diverse practice settings, enhancing their clinical reasoning and practical skills.
Year 1
In the first year, students will learn about anatomy and physiology, health promotion, and exercise. They will also develop their understanding of applied movement science and evidence-based physiotherapy practice. Core modules include:
- PHY401: Anatomy and Physiology for Health and Well-being
- PHY402: Applied Movement Science
- PHY403: Principles of Physiotherapy Practice
- PHY404: Evidence-Based Physiotherapy Practice
- SOHP401: Preparation for Practice
- PHY407: Practice Placement Year 1
Year 2
In the second year, students will learn about the rehabilitation of patients with cardiorespiratory, musculoskeletal, and neurological conditions. They will take increased responsibility in practice, utilizing their theoretical knowledge and developing the confidence and personal skills required to be an autonomous physiotherapist. Core modules include:
- PHY501: Physiotherapy Practice 1
- PHY502: Physiotherapy Practice 2
- PHY503: Readiness for Rehabilitation
- PHY504: Living and Staying Well
- SOHP502: Relevance of Evidence to Practice
- PHY509: Practice Placement 2
- PHY510: Practice Placement 3
Year 3
In the third year, students will study more complex case scenarios in the key areas of physiotherapy practice. They will have the opportunity to develop an individual research proposal in an area of their choice. Core modules include:
- PHY601: Complex Case Management
- PHY602: Contemporary Physiotherapy Practice
- PHY603: Public and Global Health
- SOHP602: Inter-professional Working in Health and Social Care
- SOHP604: Project Design for Research
- PHY606: Practice Placement 4
- PHY607: Practice Placement 5
Final Year
In the final year, students will focus on leadership skills, enhancing clinical reasoning and practice in physiotherapy, and undertake a negotiated work-based experience in a physiotherapy field of their choice. Core modules include:
- PHYP705: Enhancing Clinical Reasoning
- PHYP706: Enhancing Physiotherapy Practice
- SOHP705: Research Dissertation
- PHYP716: Contemporary Leadership
Optional Modules
- SOHP707: International Perspectives and Practice Requirements for Health and Social Care Practitioners
- SOHP708: Innovation in Healthcare
Experience
The course provides students with the opportunity to develop and apply theoretical knowledge and skills in a range of clinical settings. Students will complete a minimum of 1000 hours of practice placements, working with patients under the close supervision of experienced physiotherapists.
Careers
Studying physiotherapy at the University of Plymouth opens the door to a fulfilling career in healthcare. With rising demand for physiotherapists across the UK, employment prospects for graduates remain strong and diverse.
Fees and Funding
- UK: Ł9,790 per year (full-time study)
- International: Ł19,200 per year (full-time study)
Entry Requirements
- Typical offer: 136 UCAS points
- GCSE: Strong GCSE profile, normally at least 5 GCSEs grade B/5 or above to include Mathematics, English, and Science
- A levels: AAB, which must include Biology, Human Biology, or PE from 3 A Levels
- BTEC National Extended Diplomas and Extended Diplomas: Considered on an individual basis
- Access courses: Pass Access with 45 credits at level 3, 36 at Distinction, and to include 15 level 3 credits in Biology
English Language Requirements
To be accepted onto the course, students must have a suitable English language qualification, such as IELTS 7.0 overall with 6.5 in all elements.