Entry requirementsThe course is open to physiotherapists with HPC and CSP registration who normally have a minimum of one year or 1500 hours post-qualification experience in musculoskeletal physiotherapy. Students whose first language is not English will normally be asked to meet the standard requirements for University Entrance at this level which are: ILETS 7 (with no section less than 6.5).
Academic titleManual Therapy Master in Science
Course descriptionThe MSc in Manual Therapy is open to HPC and CSP registered physiotherapists who wish to develop and extend their knowledge base and professional expertise in the field of manual therapy.
The course will prepare you for specialist roles within neuromusculoskeletal physiotherapy such as extended scope practitioner, clinical specialist and consultant physiotherapy posts and will enhance your career opportunities. Students who successfully complete the postgraduate diploma are eligible to join the Manipulation Association of Chartered Physiotherapists.
Reasons to choose Manual TherapyMSc degree
* Longest established MSc in Manual Therapy in the UK.
* Course developed in response to feedback from our students.
* Emphasis on both theoretical and practical elements of manual therapy.
* High level of mentored clinical practice where skills and knowledge gained on the course can be applied.
* Highly flexible study mode allowing you to tailor your route through the course to suit the needs of you and your workplace.
* Teaching excellence – All of our tutors are experts in their field.
* Enriched learning experience – Nationally renowned specialists are regularly invited to lecture to our students.
* Available as a full-time or part-time course.
Future prospects
It is common for our graduates to progress within their chosen career into roles such as extended scope practitioners, clinical specialists, consultants, research specialists and lecturers.
Course content
The course is strongly based on clinical reasoning, research and evidence based practice in Manual Therapy and a strong emphasis on development of clinical skills. The course is taught by research and clinically active academic staff.