This program is designed to provide an opportunity for students to question and challenge current practice in neurological physiotherapy and enables students to study the healthcare, management, and rehabilitation of people with neurological and neuromuscular problems from a dynamic and expanding perspective. It also aims to enable students to evaluate evidence both for current practice and for new approaches in physiotherapy practice. The structure of the core modules meets the needs of individuals to review and evaluate physiotherapy within the field of neurology and to integrate this into their clinical practice where appropriate. The option module choice allows students to select the model that best suits their own specific requirements in terms of personal and professional development. The research module and dissertation, together with core modules such as Evidence-based Practice OR Assessment and Measurement, develop the student’s research capabilities and critical evaluation skills.
MSc Physiotherapy Advanced (Neurology)
Modules
TAUGHT MODULES
Core modules (every 15 credits totaling 60 credits plus the dissertation):
- Research Methods in Health
- Applied Clinical Anatomy 1
- Concepts of Neurological Rehabilitation
- Assistive Technologies in Neurological Rehabilitation
- Physiology of Neuromusculoskeletal Tissue
- Behavior Change for Health and Well-Being
- Assessment and Measurement OR Evidence-Based Practice – this is delivered electronically entirely via distance learning
- Dissertation (60 credits)
Optional modules (60 credits):
- Dynamic Ultrasound Imaging
- Psychosocial Aspects of Pain
- Essentials of Manual Therapy Assessment
- or another in discussion with the Programme Leader
Key Facts
Requirements
- The course is open to appropriately qualified physiotherapists who are interested in acquiring new knowledge and/or deepening existing knowledge in the field of neurological physiotherapy.
- Applicants should normally have a first or second-class honors degree (2.1 or 2.2) (or overseas equivalent) in Physiotherapy.
- This course is only available part-time and we do not provide Tier 4 sponsorship for part-time courses.
Duration options
Part-time 3 years, modular 5 years
Starts Dates
September