Physiotherapy (pre-registration) MSc
University of NorthamptonWaterside Campus, Northampton
Course overview
Applications are now closed for the Jan 2026 intake, our next intake will be Jan 2027. The MSC Physiotherapy programme is designed to develop physiotherapists with critical thinking capabilities, practical problem-solving skills, and an evidence-based approach to practice. During your studies, you will benefit from a unique teaching approach of active blended learning, which fosters a community of enquiry, collaboration and development of practical problem-solving skills with an emphasis on person-centred care.
The MSc Physiotherapy (pre-registration) degree at the University of Northampton is accredited by the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) and offers a unique and contemporary approach to physiotherapy education. On successful completion of the MSc pre reg Physiotherapy programme, you will be eligible to apply for registration with both the Health and Care Professions Council and the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy. This course is accredited by The Chartered Society of Physiotherapy.
The Chartered Society of Physiotherapy is the professional, educational and trade union body for the UK’s 65,000 chartered physiotherapists, physiotherapy students and associates
Key highlights
- Accredited by the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy
- Graduates eligible to apply for HCPC registration as physiotherapists
- Eligible for membership of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy
- Active blended learning builds collaboration and practical problem-solving skills
- Emphasis on person-centred care and evidence-based practice
- Develops critical thinking for contemporary physiotherapy practice
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2nd class — …BSc degree in a sport, health or science-related programmes at first- or second-class degree classification which has included a research project / dissertation.
Scholarships
Alumni PGCE Bursary Award
This will be a £500 cash payment that will not have to be repaid and does not affect the payment of a student’s maintenance loans.
Up to £500Chevening Scholarships
Sir John Lowther Scholarship
The Sir John Lowther Scholarship provides financial awards of up to £2,000 to a postgraduate student within the Arts.
Up to £1,000
Careers this course leads to
- Physiotherapist
- Musculoskeletal physiotherapist
- Neurological physiotherapist
- Respiratory physiotherapist
- Sports physiotherapist
- Community physiotherapist
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,790 per year | International: £20,000 per year
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Northampton, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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