Duration:
2 years (full-time)
Number of credits:
180
Start date(s):
January 2026
Prepare for a rewarding career working as a confident, autonomous Physiotherapy practitioner with strong reasoning, communication and teamwork skills. You'll go on to work in varied settings across the NHS (community, hospital and primary care) and private practice.
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Learning will take place in our state-of-the-art teaching facilities including the Mary Seacole Health Innovation centre equipped with advanced technology and equipment.
This programme is accredited by The Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) and The Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
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Year One
In this module you will develop your understanding of human anatomy, physiology, and movement analysis. You will acquire practical skills in safe moving and handling, clinical assessment, and identify gaps in knowledge to support physiotherapy practice. You will engage in activities to foster autonomous learning and professional development, establishing a strong foundation for applying knowledge and skills in more complex clinical contexts.
In this module you will explore professionalism, ethical practice, leadership, and innovation in healthcare. You will develop skills in interprofessional working, reflective practice, and teaching others. You will learn to lead, educate, and support colleagues, students, and service users, preparing you for leadership roles within health and social care.
In this module you will gain skills in research design, data analysis, and critical evaluation of scientific studies. You will learn to apply evidence-based practice and integrate statistical methods to support research in health and life sciences.
In this module you will explore physiotherapy’s role in promoting health, physical activity, and behavioural change. You will learn to consider biopsychosocial, social, and environmental factors, apply exercise prescription, and support service users to make sustainable lifestyle changes. You will also develop skills in interprofessional working, communication, and inclusive practice.
Year Two
In this module you will build on practical skills and knowledge to plan evidence-based interventions and rehabilitation for diverse conditions and across the lifespan. You will explore behavioural, functional, and physiological outcomes, develop person-centred care approaches, and enhance skills in communication, decision making, and teamwork.
In this module you will design and conduct an independent research project, including literature review, data collection, analysis, and dissemination. You will apply research methods to investigate a topic relevant to professional practice, developing autonomy, critical thinking, and collaboration skills.
In this module you will complete external placements to develop professional and transferable skills across varied health and social care settings. You will be supervised and assessed according to HCPC and CSP standards, applying knowledge in real-world practice to support your degree progression.
Skills
Our MSc Physiotherapy (pre-registration) is a 2-year course which offers those with a relevant UG qualification an entry route into the Physiotherapy profession.
The programme will focus on supporting you to become a self-reflective lifelong learner, committed to inclusive practice, continuing professional development and personal and professional development who will meet the requirements of Physiotherapy’s professional statutory regulatory bodies: The Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and The Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP).
Learning
Learn in a stimulating and active environment.
The programme will provide a stimulating and active learning environment to engage and motivate you to become a confident, autonomous practitioner with effective communication and teamwork skills for practice in varied health and social care settings.
Our programme offers a blended learning approach which includes online learning and in-person teaching. The course is modular which creates a spiral curriculum for knowledge and skills to be scaffolded and built upon as you progress through the programme and develop proficiency.
You will undertake placements in a wide range of settings across different clinical areas, and in education, research and leadership to reflect current health and social care provision.
The programme will integrate university-led modules with practice-based learning that includes simulated placements and external placements, in a wide range of settings to encourage advanced scholarly thinking alongside an evidence-based approach to person-centred care.
The School of Life and Health Science is a progressive and inclusive community, that places you, the student, at the centre of the learning journey. We recognise that our students have different personal circumstances, and we are committed to supporting you as individuals throughout your studies and helping you succeed in completing your course to the very best of your ability while balancing work, family, and other external commitments.
Career
Shape the future of health and social care.
The University-led modules and practice-based learning on the course will help build a wide base of knowledge and develop key transferable skills which will prepare you for a career in physiotherapy upon graduation. Diverse employment opportunities include the following:
- General practice
- Community Services
- Professional sport
- Private practice
- National Health Service (NHS)
- The third sector
- Education
- Research
- Leadership
The transferable skills developed through the course will also support graduates for a diverse range of careers outside of physiotherapy.
Our careers team is available to support you from the start of your studies until after you graduate. We will help you build your CV, prepare for interviews, and meet and learn from successful graduates working at the top of their careers. You’ll also have opportunities to work with our partners across London and beyond, and to attend a Roehampton jobs fair where you can find out about graduate opportunities and meet employers.
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Applying
UK postgraduate students apply through our direct application system.
Specific entry requirements
GCSE Grade C/4 in mathematics, science and english, plus UK undergraduate honours degree at 2.2 or above, or equivalent international qualification, in a relevant subject. Relevant subject areas include biological sciences, sport science, sports therapy or rehabilitation, chemistry, nursing and psychology.
Other degrees will be considered on an individual basis.
Applicants will need to demonstrate evidence of interest and work experience in a relevant field and will also need to supply a satisfactory enhanced DBS check.
Applicants must undergo health screening to assess fitness to begin the course. Applicants must also complete an approved programme of immunisation, as recommended by the Department of Health.
All applicants will undertake a values-based interview.
Non-native English speakers who do not have GCSE English or equivalent at grade 4/C or above require an IELTS score of at least 6.5 in writing and at least 7.0 in reading, listening and speaking, with a minimum overall score of 7.0. Please refer to the HCPC website for more details.
General entry requirements
September 2025 entry tuition fees (UK)
| Level of study | Full-time* |
| MSc | £9,535 |
*Year 1 fee
We offer a wide range of scholarships and bursaries. See our financial support pages for UK students.
We also provide other ways to support the cost of living, including on-campus car parking, hardship support and some of the most affordable student accommodation and catering in London. Find out more about how we can support you.
International postgraduate students apply through our direct application system.
Specific entry requirements
GCSE Grade C/4 in mathematics, science and english, plus UK undergraduate honours degree at 2.2 or above, or equivalent international qualification, in a relevant subject. Relevant subject areas include biological sciences, sport science, sports therapy or rehabilitation, chemistry, nursing and psychology.
Other degrees will be considered on an individual basis.
Applicants will need to demonstrate evidence of interest and work experience in a relevant field and will also need to supply a satisfactory enhanced DBS check.
Applicants must undergo health screening to assess fitness to begin the course. Applicants must also complete an approved programme of immunisation, as recommended by the Department of Health.
All applicants will undertake a values-based interview.
Non-native English speakers who do not have GCSE English or equivalent at grade 4/C or above require an IELTS score of at least 6.5 in writing and at least 7.0 in reading, listening and speaking, with a minimum overall score of 7.0. Please refer to the HCPC website for more details.
General entry requirements
September 2025 entry tuition fees (international)
| Level of study | Full-time* |
| MSc | £18,250 |
*Year 1 fee
We offer a wide range of scholarships and bursaries. See our financial support pages for international students.
We also provide other ways to support the cost of living, including on-campus car parking, hardship support and some of the most affordable student accommodation and catering in London. Find out more about how we can support you.
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