Overview

This Physiotherapy (Pre-Registration) course from Keele University enables you to develop the scientific knowledge, clinical skills, behaviours and values that underpin contemporary evidence-based physiotherapy practice. 

You will explore the importance of clinical reasoning and informed evidence-based decision-making which will enable you to confidently manage patients with a range of clinical needs. You will work in partnership with patients, assessing and identifying the appropriate management and care which considers their overall wellbeing to achieve optimum health benefits.

You will engage with theoretical and practical teaching to become an independent thinker who can make informed decisions confidently. Through active participation in inter-professional learning, you will develop an appreciation for the multiple professions whom may be involved in a patient's care, developing your ability to work collaboratively within the multi-disciplinary team.

You will explore and evaluate the role of current physiotherapists considering how future practice may advance. Your ability to critically analyse and draw conclusions will enable you to consider scenarios from different perspectives and with this insight, you will be equipped to positively adapt to changes in circumstances. These experiences will develop your confidence to make informed clinical decisions with the best interest of the patient at the heart of your care. You will cover all four pillars of advanced Physiotherapy practice (Clinical, Leadership - which includes equality, diversity and inclusion, Research and Education) to prepare you for your future career and the development of the profession. Towards the end of your programme we will guide you in searching and seeking for employment and applying for Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registration.

Career opportunities

Upon successful completion of the MSc you will be equipped with a wide range of research, leadership and clinical practice skills that will provide you with the expertise to work as a Physiotherapist. 

You will also be eligible for registration with the Health and Care Professions Council.Physiotherapy is a diverse profession with many areas of clinical specialisms and work environments. 

Graduates have the flexibility to pursue careers that are clinical, research, professional body or education based or any combination of these. You may seek to work in a national or international healthcare environment such as the NHS, private sector, occupational health, or sports.

 Alternatively you may choose to pursue further study or seek opportunities to develop the physiotherapy profession or healthcare services with the high level skill set you will have developed throughout the programme.