Program Overview

MSc Physiotherapy

Overview

The MSc Physiotherapy programme provides opportunities for qualified physiotherapists to further develop their knowledge, skills, and expertise. The programme focuses on supporting the transference of knowledge and skills to different healthcare contexts within a global employment market, including UK practice.

Course Details

Attendance

• Full-time
• Part-time

Course Duration

• One year (full-time)
• Three years (part-time)

Next Enrolment

• September 2025

Introduction

This programme is designed for qualified physiotherapists who want to develop their practice and professional autonomy. It is suitable for those with more than 12 months of experience working as a qualified physiotherapist, either nationally or internationally.

Course Accreditations

This programme is accredited by the relevant professional bodies.

Course Aims

• Develop knowledge, skills, and expertise in different healthcare contexts within a global employment market, including UK practice.
• Enhance clinical and communication skills in the assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients relevant to neuromusculoskeletal physiotherapy.
• Develop research skills and evidence-based practice.

Modules

• Preparing for Research in Health (30 credits)
• Neuromusculoskeletal Assessment and Reasoning (30 credits)
• Neuromusculoskeletal Physiotherapy Management and Rehabilitation (30 credits)
• Professional Skills for Global Healthcare Practice (30 credits)
• Research Project (60 credits)

Enhanced Practice Route

• Foundations of Enhanced Practice (30 credits)
• Developing Enhanced Practice (30 credits)

Assessment

• Critical review
• Research proposal
• Reflective portfolio
• Professional discussion
• Practical and viva voce
• Written report with viva voce

Teaching Staff

• Dr Nicky Spence
• Chloë Wheatman
• Duncan Mason
• Timothy Piggot

Employment and Stats

Graduates have gone on to secure roles within the UK National Health Service (NHS) as well as within private practice. Some have progressed into senior leadership and PhD roles.

Requirements

Applicant Profile

• Qualified physiotherapist moving beyond preceptorship
• Experience working as a qualified physiotherapist
• Desire to develop further as an autonomous, evidence-based practitioner

Personal Statement

A personal statement is required as part of the application process.

Standard Entry Requirements

• Recognised professional qualification in Physiotherapy, UK or overseas
• 2:1 undergraduate honours degree or equivalent in Physiotherapy
• 2:2 Undergraduate honours degree in Physiotherapy with at least 1-year clinical practice supported by appropriate references
• Minimum level of literacy and numeracy, at least Grade C or 4 in both GCSE English and GCSE Mathematics or equivalent
• IELTS 6.0 with no element below 5.5 (for international students)

Alternative Entry Requirements

• Salford Alternative Entry Scheme (SAES)

Fees

• Full-time home: £9,100 per year (2025/26)
• Full-time international: £17,000 per year (2025/26)
• Part-time: Part-time costs will be calculated on a pro rata basis.

Additional Costs

• Books, stationery, printing, binding, and general subsistence on trips and visits.

Scholarships for International Students

High-achieving international students may be eligible for one of our scholarships.