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MSc Physiotherapy Studies: Paediatrics

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    MSc 1 year full-time, 2 years part-time, 5 years flexible

Course Description

This postgraduate programme integrates the clinical, academic and research components of paediatric physiotherapy practice. You will focus on the management of paediatric patients with cardiorespiratory, neurological and musculoskeletal disorders. Flexibility in the selection of modules means your particular interests can be accommodated.

This programme offers you the opportunity to extend your knowledge of the key practical and theoretical aspects of paediatric physiotherapy. You will challenge the foundations of established but poorly justified treatments, develop and undertake clinical research and learn about new and emerging treatment options. You will also benefit from the teaching and clinical mentorship from recognised experts in paediatric physiotherapy.

Who this course is for

This degree is suitable for World Physiotherapy recognised qualified physiotherapists with less than two years paediatric experience, or for experienced practitioners who prefer not to undertake clinical placements for various reasons including restrictions on study leave. Although you do not need to have two years of clinical experience, stronger applicants will have at least 12 months post qualifying, beyond their internship, supervised work within the field of paediatric. Applications without this will be considered much less favourably.

Entry Requirements

Normally a minimum of an upper second-class UK Bachelor’s degree or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard in physiotherapy; or an approved diploma in physiotherapy together with evidence of appropriate clinical and/or teaching experience and a commitment to continuing professional development.

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Fees

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Programme Funding

UCL offers a range of financial awards aimed at assisting both prospective and current students with their studies.

Student Destinations

This programme aims to transform the way you think about expert patient care and the theoretical foundation for paediatric physiotherapy clinical practice. The programme provides you with rigorous, evidence-based training in the best research and clinical practice, which is advantageous when applying for physiotherapy clinical, educational or research posts.

Employability

The programme will enable you to pursue a career in academia or research or to pursue more senior clinical or management positions within your chosen career field. Recent physiotherapy graduates have pursued senior careers in healthcare policy, university lecturing, private practice, management or highly specialist clinical practice. Several past physiotherapy students have used the MSc successfully to gain funding for PhD studies.

Module Details

Compulsory modules

  •  Physiotherapy Research and Dissemination
  •  Paediatric Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy
  • Paediatric Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapy
  • Paediatric Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy
  •  The Young Athlete: Injury Prevention and Management
  • Research Methodology and Statistics
  •  Research Project

Optional modules

  •  Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapy Skills
  •  Clinical Exercise and Physical Activity
  •  Respiration Through Life, Health and Disease
  •  Neurophysiotherapy: Evidence for Rehabilitation and Practice
  •  Motor Control in Life, Health and Disease
  •  Leadership and Professional Development
  •  Rehabilitation and Management for People Living with Long-term Neurological Conditions
  •  Work Based Learning in Health
  •  Upper Quadrant: Advanced Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Assessment and Management
  •  Lower Quadrant: Advanced Physiotherapy Musculoskeletal Management
  •  Higher Functions of the Brain
  • Health and Family Well-Being in Early Childhood
  • Infant Development

Please note that the list of modules given here is indicative. This information is published a long time in advance of enrolment and module content and availability are subject to change.

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