MPhys Physiotherapy
Robert Gordon UniversityAberdeen, United Kingdom
Course overview
The MPhys in Physiotherapy at Robert Gordon University (RGU) combines rigorous academic study with extensive clinical practice to prepare graduates for a career in physiotherapy. Students engage in modules covering musculoskeletal, neurological and cardiopulmonary health, and develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills through simulation labs and real patient placements.
Assessment for the course includes written assignments, practical skills examinations, group work, and clinical placement reports, all designed to show professional readiness. On successful completion, graduates are eligible to apply to register with the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC) and join the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) in the UK.
Key highlights
- Practically applied integrated master's in physiotherapy
- Learn to assess and treat a wide variety of patients
- Develop skills to analyse and evaluate your own practice
- Graduate with competencies beyond those expected of a typical graduate
Entry requirements
- Scottish Highers: AABBB — to include to include English (or a written subject requiring the use of English) and two fro
- A-level: ABB — to include to include two from Biology, Chemistry, Maths and Physics
- International Baccalaureate: 32 — to include
- Scottish Highers: BBB — minimum (widening access) offer; required from 5th year to be invited to a selection visit
Scholarships
Alumni Discount
A 20% discount is provided exclusively on tuition fees and not to any associated course costs.
Up to 20% of feesInternational Students Emergency Fund
The fund aims to help students with basic living costs such as food, utilities and rent.
RGU Early Deposit Payment Discount
Self-funding students paying an international fee joining in the September 2026 intake who pay their deposit will receive an additional £500 discount.
Up to £500RGU Golf Scholarship
Up to £8,500 per year
RGU International Student Discount for Undergraduate Students
£2,000 discount on each year of study of undergraduate tuition fees.
Up to £2,000RGU SPORT Scholarship
Financial assistance is awarded to support travel, training, equipment and competition expenses accrued during the academic year.
Vice-Chancellor's Undergraduate Scholarship
Careers this course leads to
- Physiotherapist
- NHS physiotherapist
- Musculoskeletal physiotherapist
- Sports physiotherapist
- Neurological physiotherapist
- Respiratory physiotherapist
Career opportunities
Graduates of the MPhys Physiotherapy programme will have strong clinical skills, professional registration eligibility and a wide range of career pathways. Possible roles include:
- Specialist Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist
- Sports Rehabilitation Therapist
- Neurological Physiotherapy Practitioner
- Respiratory or Paediatric Physiotherapist
- Clinical Researcher or Educator in Physiotherapy
Cost of study
The tuition fee for international students enrolling on the MPhys Physiotherapy course at RGU is £16,980 per year for full-time study. The tuition fee is subject to annual review and may increase.
Admission
If you are ready to take the next step toward a rewarding career in physiotherapy, submit your application to Robert Gordon University today and secure your place on the MPhys Physiotherapy programme. You can speak to one of our trained counsellors to find out more about this process.
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