Overview
The Physical Therapy program offered by The University of the West Indies aims to prepare therapists for matriculation into the proposed doctoral programme (DPT) with clinical specialization.
Graduates with M.S. in Physical Therapy from The University of the West Indies will be able to:
- Gain skills in clinical reasoning
- Use evidence to optimize health, function and participation of individuals in society
- Function effectively in leadership roles
- Obtain qualifications at a level that increases their marketability internationally
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Contemporary Physical Therapy Issues
- International Perspectives in Rehabilitation
- Technology in Rehabilitation
- Physical Therapy for Acute and Chronic Multisystem Conditions
- Differential Diagnosis: Musculoskeletal System
- Clinical Reasoning
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Disciplines
Physiotherapy KinesiologyAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- Complete the online Application form
- Original Copies of your Supporting Documents
- Official Transcript
- shall normally be a Lower Second Class Honours degree (GPA 2.5) or its equivalent.
Tuition Fee
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International
8336 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 16672 USD for the full programme during 24 months. -
National
2778 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 5556 USD for the full programme during 24 months.
- Sponsored Students from Contributing Countries J$513,283
- Non-Sponsored Students from Contributing Countries J$855,383
- NonContributing Countries J$2,566,406
Funding
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