Rehabilitation Sciences and Physiotherapy

Overview

This unique Master of Rehabilitation Sciences and Physiotherapy at the University of Antwerp focuses onthe scientific perspective and evidence-based practice in physiotherapy. The programme provides a balancedcombination of theoretical training and clinical practice.During this two-year programme, you deepen your role as acare provider, care manager and scientific researcher, and integrate these aspects into practice.During your internships you will become acquainted with amultitude of patients and conditions. The university has builtup an extensive internship network in Belgium and abroad:hospitals, rehabilitation centres, aged care and nursinghomes, schools, sports clubs and independent practices.The internship forms the bridge between your studies andyour professional career.

Career

The positive effects of physiotherapy have been well documented in scientific literature. The expertise of physiotherapists is highly appreciated and sought-after,and physiotherapists are becoming increasingly important inthe changing landscape of healthcare.Intramural healthcare You will have the necessary practical skills and theoretical knowledge to start a professional career as a physiotherapy practitioner. You will be well prepared to pursue a career in a clinical setting, such as a rehabilitation clinic, a day centre or a hospital where you will work in collaboration with other clinical experts (medical doctors, nurses, occupational therapists) and where you will be in close contact with your patients.