DPT Doctorate of Physiotherapy
Robert Gordon UniversityAberdeen, United Kingdom
Course overview
The DPT Physiotherapy course from Robert Gordon University is an accelerated programme providing a unique opportunity to qualify as a Chartered Physiotherapist, develop clinically applied research skills, and achieve a Doctorate.
Key highlights
- Accelerated route to qualifying as a Chartered Physiotherapist
- Develops clinically applied research skills alongside professional training
- Combines professional physiotherapy qualification with a doctoral award
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:1 — Those with a 2.1 honours degree or a GPA of 3.3-3.5 will be considered on an individual basis.
- Additional condition: interview — All applicants who pass the application screening stage must attend for a mandatory interview.
Scholarships
Chevening Scholarship
RGU Financial Award for MBA Students
10% discount towards tuition fees.
Up to 10% of feesRGU International Merit Based Scholarship for Masters Students
Value - £5,000 discount on postgraduate fees.
Up to £5,000RGU International Student Discount for Master's Students
Students from Kenya, Indonesia and Nepal will receive a £4,000 discount. All other countries listed will receive a £3,000 discount.
RGU International Student Discount for Research Students
£3,000 discount towards postgraduate research tuition fees.
Up to £3,000
Careers this course leads to
- Physiotherapist
- Clinical Physiotherapist
- Clinical Researcher in Physiotherapy
- Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist
- Physiotherapy Lecturer
Cost of study
UK/Home: £11,750 | International: £21,730
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 Robert Gordon University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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