Overview

Physical therapy is a rapidly growing discipline. The benefits to health and rehabilitation are becoming more widely appreciated and demand for it is increasing. As our knowledge grows, physical therapists have a responsibility to integrate this new knowledge into their clinical practice. This Physical Therapy in Musculoskeletal Healthcare and Rehabilitation programme will equip you with the necessary skills to become a specialist in this field. We offer an in-depth exploration of the science underpinning a physical therapy approach to treating musculoskeletal pain and dysfunction.

You will learn all about the biology of the musculoskeletal system, explore fundamental biomechanics and their application to the musculoskeletal system and locomotion, and delve into the psychological aspects of musculoskeletal dysfunction and pain management. You will also look at the relationship of physical therapy to surgical approaches and biological therapies for treating musculoskeletal disease.

What this course will give you

This programme offers you the following benefits and opportunities.

Opportunities to learn from world-renowned University College London (UCL) academics at the forefront of musculoskeletal research.
Engagement with specialist clinicians in physiotherapy at the Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital.
Access to state-of -the-art laboratories and facilities to undertake a research project.
Observation of clinical practice at the Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital.
Opportunities to work directly with experienced researchers to develop your own research project.
Networking opportunities with therapists from a broad range of professions and backgrounds.
Cognitive skills in analysis and evaluation of information and creation of new ideas.
Academic and research skills in preparation for PhD-level study.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Clinical Aspects of Musculoskeletal Medicine and Surgery
Musculoskeletal Tissue Biology - Form and Function
Musculoskeletal Tissue Biology - Disease and Dysfunction
Rehabilitation and Multi-Dimensional Patient Management
Movement Science and Pain
Musculoskeletal Biomechanics and Application in Physical Therapy
Project Report and Oral Examination Thereon

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-08-28 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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100

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

London, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

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100

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Other requirements

General requirements

A minimum of a second-class UK Bachelor's degree in a related medical, biological science or bioengineering discipline, a clinical qualification, or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard.
The English language level for this programme is: Level 3

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

36500 GBP / year

≈ 36500 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

20500 GBP / year

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Additional Details

Part time:

UK: £10,250
International: £18,250

Living costs

London

United Kingdom

1137 - 2157 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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