Physiotherapy helps restore movement and function when someone is affected by injury, illness or disability. (Chartered Society of Physiotherapy, n.d.).
As a physiotherapist you can make a valuable contribution to the health and wellbeing of people affected by illness, injury or disability through movement and exercise, manual therapy, education and advice. The programme adopts a holistic, person-centred approach that places people at the centre of decision making and empowers patients and their families through education and engagement.
On this course you’ll study the core areas of physiotherapy, drawing on the evidence base in the discipline and applying them to a variety of clinical situations and healthcare settings. These include clinical placements in a range of NHS and private providers to help you prepare for your future career as a physiotherapist. You’ll also gain valuable experience supporting long-term condition management programmes and a musculoskeletal clinic at the university or in the local area. You’ll use facilities such as treatment rooms, rehabilitation spaces, a demonstration hospital ward, a skills laboratory, a strength and conditioning suite, a fitness suite and a simulated home environment.
The course is accredited by the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) and validated by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). On completion of the course you will be eligible to apply for membership of the CSP (Chartered Status) and HCPC Registration, to practise as a Registered Physiotherapist.
Your academic year will be split into blocks of taught delivery interwoven with internal placement and blocks of placement activity. Teaching and placement will run Monday to Friday throughout the academic year and may include placements in other counties within the UK.
In keeping with many preregistration programmes, the academic year for the MSc Physiotherapy is longer than a typical undergraduate degree, with teaching and learning activities, including placements, extending into the summer months.
Methods of teaching and learning include:
You will have completed an honours degree in the last five years, achieving a 2:1 or 1st class award or be predicted to achieve this grade if nearing the completion of a relevant degree programme. Your previous degree should be in biological sciences, sports science / therapy, or a healthcare course with significant anatomy and physiology components.
GCSE English Language and Mathematics at grade 4 (C) or above, or an equivalent qualification.
If you don’t have a traditional GCSE, get in touch with our admissions team who will be able to advise you.
You will need to demonstrate and discuss your work experience in physiotherapy, ideally within the NHS or hospital setting, and demonstrate an understanding of the scope and breadth of the profession. This can be evidenced in a personal statement that forms part of the application process and will be discussed during interview.
If you meet the entry criteria detailed above you will be offered an interview with an academic member of staff either in person or online. You will have the opportunity discuss your knowledge of the Physiotherapy profession and how you would uphold the values of the NHS constitution and demonstrate your suitability for a career in physiotherapy.
If English is not your first language, you are required to provide a language test certificate as evidence of proficiency. This needs to be at Academic IELTS at 7.0 with no element below 6.5 in all sections of the test.
In order to study this course, offer holders will need to complete a satisfactory DBS and Health Clearance check.
If you are offered a place on the programme you will be required to complete a ‘Fitness to Practice’ health declaration, declaring your health status and immunisation records. The cost of this is met by the University and managed by local NHS Trusts occupational health team (Working Well). When offered a place on the programme study you can initiate the screening and vaccinations through Working Well.
Please read the entry requirements for your country – and contact our admissions team if you have questions.
Here's an example of the types of modules you'll study (the contents and structure of the course are reviewed occasionally, but it is unlikely that there will be significant change).
Module information is not available for this programme.
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Students applying for this course may be eligible for the NHS Learning Support Fund, which provides a non-repayable training grant of £5,000 per academic year, plus an additional £2,000 for students who have parental responsibility. An additional £1,000 allowance is available for students studying a specialist subject. Contact our Money Advice Team for further information.
Postgraduate students in England applying for this pre-registration course will have access to the same student loans system as undergraduate students. This means you’ll be able to apply for student finance that will help to cover your tuition fees and living costs for each year of study.
| Start date | Location | Course code |
Fee (UK) Fee per year |
Fee (international) Fee per year |
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| Sep 2025 | Oxstalls, Gloucester | — | £9,535 | £17,225 |
| Sep 2026 | Oxstalls, Gloucester | — | TBC | TBC |
| Sep 2027 | Oxstalls, Gloucester | — | TBC | TBC |
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At UoG we create a climate for bravery and growth. We instil confidence in all our students, so you can graduate career-ready and meet your ambitions.
96% of our graduates are in work or further study*, but if you’re not in a job 6 months after graduating we’ll guarantee you 6 months of free support, followed by the offer of a paid internship to kickstart your career – plus we’ll commit to lifetime career coaching. Eligibility conditions apply.
*Graduate Outcomes Survey published 2024 and based on 2021/22 leavers
Discover our promisesGraduates will be able to pursue a range of roles across different healthcare settings including hospitals, private clinics, sports facilities, and community centres. This programme not only equips you with extensive practical skills but also provides opportunities in research, education, and leadership within the healthcare sector.
Whether your interests lie in direct patient care or the broader impacts of health promotion and rehabilitation, the MSc Physiotherapy programme prepares you for a future where you can truly make a difference.
You’ll put theory into practice with a clinical skills laboratory, hospital ward, exercise testing and biomechanics laboratories – where you can get ‘hands-on’ with your learning.
Health promotion and patient self-management are at the heart of the course. You’ll become experts in advising and supporting individuals to manage their own health and prevent injury and illness.
You’ll learn to act with care and compassion, developing a culture of care where all levels of staff have the ability to facilitate service change – which is needed for a sustainable, future-proof NHS.
Increase your pay potential, specialise in a subject you love, or pursue your passion and switch careers.
UoG alumni can benefit from a postgraduate scholarship discount of 15% off tuition fees.
Discover the benefits of studying a master’s degree.
Work with leading practitioners, coaches, and professionals in specialist environments where you’ll develop your skills and and make a difference to people’s lives.
You’ll undertake clinical placements in a variety of NHS and private settings to give you a diverse range of experience. You’ll also support long-term condition management programmes and a musculoskeletal clinic at the university or in a local clinic.
“I joined the University in 2006 from a background of working in the NHS as a Physiotherapist. I believe students learn best when they have the opportunity to gain experience alongside their studies.”
Eve Scarle, Academic Subject Leader (Allied Health Professions)
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