MPhysiotherapy (Sport and Exercise Medicine)
University of Bradford
UCAS Code: B161 | MSc
University of Bradford
UCAS Code: B161 | MSc
Entry requirements
A level
A minimum of 136 UCAS tariff points from 3 A Levels (or equivalent) (excluding General Studies) to include a grade B in Biology, Human Biology, sports Science or PE
138 UCAS tariff points from an Access to Higher Education Diploma in Health Professions or Science with at least 12 credits in Biology which must be at minimum grade Distinction.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
136 UCAS tariff points overall including three Higher Level subjects at 7,6,5 to include Biology at HL6. Applicants must also meet English Language and Mathematics requirements at HL3 or SL4.
As tariff from five Irish Higher subjects including grade A1 in Biology English and Mathematics at grade D3 or above (Irish Higher) or C or above (Ordinary Level)
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDD in a relevant Health, Science or Sport related subject.
As UCAS tariff to include a minimum of two Scottish Advanced Highers including grade B in Biology, Human Biology, Sports Science or PE
UCAS Tariff
A minimum of 136 UCAS tariff points from 3 A Levels (or equivalent) (excluding General Studies) to include a grade B in Biology, Human Biology, sports Science or PE plus GCSE grade C/4 in English Language and Mathematics. Level 2 Functional Skills in English and Mathematics are acceptable in place of GCSE's
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About this course
This programme is designed for students wishing to develop knowledge and skills specifically relevant to sport and exercise settings, as well as more traditional physiotherapy environments.
Graduates gain a professional Master's qualification in physiotherapy, opening up a range of career opportunities as a physiotherapist in the sport, exercise and health and wellbeing sectors. It also provides foundation for further research study.
MPhysiotherapy Sport and Exercise Medicine contains all the modules from the University’s highly regarded BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy programme. This curriculum is extended with additional sport and exercise specific modules and enhanced research.
You will undertake a range of placements in professional and amateur sport settings, including the University's Physiotherapy and Sport Rehabilitation Clinic, as well other physiotherapy settings.
**MPhysiotherapy - Sport and Exercise Medicine received 100% overall student satisfaction in the National Student Survey 2021**
**Professional accreditation**
This course is approved by the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) and the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), the statutory body for Allied Health Professionals. By the end of your studies, you will be eligible to apply for registration with the HCPC, and will be eligible to apply for full membership of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP).
**Rankings**
We are ranked 8th in the UK for Physiotherapy in the Complete University Guide 2021. The Physiotherapy and Sport Rehabilitation team at the University of Bradford has been recognised nationally with a Collaborative Award for Teaching Excellence (CATE) from AdvanceHE, the most prestigious team award available for learning and teaching in Higher Education.
Modules
Year 1
Developing and Promoting Health and Well Being (C)
Neuromusculoskeletal – peripheral (C)
Soft Tissue and Exercise Principals (C)
Year 2
Cardiovascular and Respiratory Practice (C)
Evidencing Rehabilitation in Sport and Health (C)
Neurological Practice (C)
Neuromusculoskeletal– Spinal (C)
People Populations and Contemporary Physiotherapy Practice (C)
Work based Learning 1 (Level 5) (C)
Year 3
Evidence Based Practice (C)
Research Methods in Health and Sport (C)
Sport Trauma Management (C)
Work based Learning 2 (Level 6) (C)
Year 4
Employability and Professional Development (C)
Enhancing Sport Performance (C)
Evaluating Service Delivery (O)
Primary Research (O)
Systematic Literature Review (O)
Assessment methods
Throughout your studies you will be taught by a team of professional physiotherapists, supported by experts from a number of different clinical areas at the Faculty of Health Studies. You will be taught in lectures, seminars, tutorials and in small groups.
Modules are assessed using a range of different methods, including written examinations, practical assessments, poster presentations and case studies. The assessment of clinical practice largely takes place in the clinical environment by clinical staff and university tutors.
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