Physiotherapy with Integrated Master's - MSci

Year of entry: 2022 - for 2023 entry see here
Course type: Integrated Master's
Duration of study: 4 years

Location: Keele University campus
Subject area / School: Allied Health Professions
UCAS code: B160

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Course overview

Our exciting 4 year Master's level programme will develop your clinical, leadership, management and research skills to meet the demands and challenges of current healthcare. You will learn how to promote, maintain and restore an individual’s physical well-being through both academic, clinical and practical teaching. Following the completion of this course, you will be eligible for registration with the Health and Care Professions Council.

As a Physiotherapy student, you may be eligible for an annual grant of £5000 to help cover your living costs through the NHS Learning Support Fund. More information and the full eligibility criteria can be found here.

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No. 2

in England for Physiotherapy Guardian University League Table, 2021

£5000

non-repayable grant to support your studies Department of Health and Social Care

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by the UK Health and Care Professions Council and the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy

Student testimonials

Tom Davies, 3rd Year Physiotherapy student

Tom Davies, Physiotherapy Graduate

"I have loved my time at Keele studying Physiotherapy. With outstanding guidance and support I have gained the academic, clinical and research skills needed and in a wide variety of key topics, that were all delivered through engaging and challenging modes of learning and assessment style."

Chris Wood, Year 3 BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy Student

"When I first applied to Keele I didn’t know too much about it. Following visits to campus for an open day and my interview I very quickly fell in love with Keele. You meet students from other universities on placement and learn about how other courses are run. It seemed that all other students, and educators, had always heard of the strong reputation of Keele students and it made me very proud to carry the Keele name. The depth of teaching, staff support and spread of content over the course are all second to none. Looking back, choosing Keele was the best decision I ever made."

Millie Berrett, Year 3 BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy Student

"I chose to study physio at Keele because of the atmosphere that was created and shared by everyone I met at my first open day. This is something that has continued through my 3 years at Keele. I have made some amazing friends who along with the staff at SAHP have supported me through the duration of my degree and helped to make a stressful 3 years some of the most enjoyable. "

Marcus Chung, Year 3 BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy Student

"The sense of community within the student body has positively impacted my learning experience and outcome, I don’t think I would have completed my 3 years at Keele successfully without the help and support from my peers."

Emma Billing, BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy Graduate

"As a mature student, I knew Keele' s reputation for academic performance. I wasn't disappointed; the quality of teaching has been excellent, and I've had unique extra-curricular opportunities through Keele, including the Keele Sports Injury Clinic and Mentorship program with Connect, who I now work for. What I hadn't expected, was the Keele Physio family. Tutors always there to talk to and support me, even if it meant tough love sometimes! This transfers to the students, and we've all supported each other over the years. I leave now with found memories and friends who feel more like family. "

Kathleen Tan, BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy Graduate

"After 3 years being an international student from Malaysia, studying in Keele University, I'd like to thank SAHP for the support and guidance for us to be aspiring physiotherapists. I am very grateful to the school who offers such freedom and wide range of choices for our placements, allowing me to gain full experiences in all MSK, Neuro and CVR specialties, in the NHS and in private settings. Being a CSP student rep and a student mentor in SAHP, I can say that the school and the staff provides a safe and encouraging environment, not only for professional development but also personal growths."

Course content

Physiotherapists play a vital role in healthcare and are actively engaged in a broad range of career paths from clinical practice through to leadership and management roles. The physiotherapy course at Keele will help you develop high standards of academic and professional competence, combined with interprofessional learning alongside other healthcare profession students, to promote an awareness of the present and future demands in healthcare.

Our course embraces a vision of patient-centred care within a wide range of healthcare settings, and you will gain invaluable experience in public and private sector based clinical, rehabilitation and sport environments. You will study in inclusive and supportive learning environments, that encourage reflection and that are enriched by case-based and evidence-based learning.

You will be taught by highly experienced lecturers, clinicians and leading researchers in physiotherapy. You will spend time on clincial placement throughout the programme - the volume of practice hours along with our leadership and management modules will enhance your skillset and prepare you for your future career.

If you already have a degree you may qualify for our 2-year accelerated pre-registration Master's. Please see our website for further details.

The programme is approved and accredited by the Health and Care Professions Council and the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy.

Course structure

The module details given below are indicative, they are intended to provide you with an idea of the range of subjects that are taught to our current students. The modules that will be available for you to study in future years are prone to change as we regularly review our teaching to ensure that it is up-to-date and informed by the latest research and teaching methods. The information presented is therefore not intended to be construed and/or relied upon as a definitive list of the modules available in any given year.

Year 1 (Level 4)

Compulsory Core modules	Credits
Anatomy, Physiology and Movement Science Musculoskeletal	30
Anatomy, Physiology and Movement Science: Neurological, Cardiovascular and Respiratory	15
Health and Wellbeing	15
Applied Anatomy, Physiology and Movement Science	15
Practice Experience 1	Pass/Fail
Principles of Rehabilitation	15
Principles of Assessment and Measurement	15
Professionalism and Effective Communication	15
Fundamentals of Physiotherapy Practice	15
Total	120

Year 2 (Level 5)

Compulsory Core modules	Credits
Physiotherapy Practice: Musculoskeletal	15
Physiotherapy Practice: Cardiovascular and Respiratory	15
Physiotherapy Practice: Neurology	15
Evidence Based Health and Rehabilitation	15
Inter-professional Education 2	Pass/Fail
Practice Experience 2a and 2b	15 each
Implementing Evidence into Practice	15
Practice in Specific Populations	15
Total	120

Year 3 (Level 6)

Compulsory Core modules	Credits
Evaluating Healthcare Services	15
Learning and Teaching in Healthcare	15
Health Behaviour Change	15
Physiotherapy Management of the Complex Patient	15
Caseload Management of Frailty, Trauma and Long-term Conditions	15
Practice Experience 3a and 3b	15 each
Planning Research	15
Interprofessional Education 3	15
Total	120

Year 4 (Level 7)

Compulsary Core modules	Credits
Research Skills and Funding	30
Leadership and Management for Healthcare Professionals	15
Research Project Level 7	30
Practice Experience 4a, 4b and 4c	10 each
Enhanced Practice: Cardiovascular and Respiratory, Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation or Neurological Rehabilitation (2 out of 3 optional modules must be taken)	15
Total	120

Our Course Information Documents (CIDs) are designed to give you all of the details you need to make an informed decision about what and where to study.

Download Physiotherapy 2022-23 CID

Variations to 2020/21 courses

Entry requirements

Keele is committed to ensuring equality of opportunity to all our applicants with the potential and motivation to succeed, regardless of background. On that basis we operate a range of 'alternative offer' schemes with clear eligibility criteria.

The entry grades outlined in this section indicate the likely offer or range of offers which would be made to candidates along with any subject specific requirements. This is for general information only. Keele University reserves the right to vary offer conditions depending upon a candidate’s application. Read more about our undergraduate entry requirements for United Kingdom and International students.

If you are interested in becoming a Physiotherapist and already have a degree you may qualify for our Physiotherapy (Pre-Registration) course programme.

If you don't think you'll meet the entry requirements specified, our Foundation Year offers an alternative route to study for this degree. Please note, we recommend that you do not apply for both Physiotherapy (B160) AND Physiotherapy with Foundation Year (B1B9) - you should apply for the programme of which your profile matches. If you require any further information, please contact us at admissions@keele.ac.uk

General information

Under normal circumstances, you should be 18 or over on commencement of study due to the clinical elements of the programme.

Application process

Applications are via UCAS. Your UCAS application will be scored and you may then be invited to interview, after which a decision will be made with regards to whether we are able to make you an offer.

Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)

If you are successful at the initial stage of selection, you will be required to satisfy Occupational Health clearances and an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance.

The University follows the DBS Code of Practice and can provide a copy of the code on request to sahp.admin@keele.ac.uk

A satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check (Enhanced plus Barring Lists) will be required for successful candidates.

Health checks

A satisfactory health check will be required for successful candidates.

Deferred entry applications

Deferred entry applications will be considered.

Academic Entry Criteria

GCSE (or equivalent) requirements

Under normal circumstances, you will be required to hold at least six GCSEs (equivalent qualifications are accepted in some instances) at grade C/4 or above, to include Mathematics, English Language, Combined or Single Science subjects.

You should obtain your GCSE level qualifications before applying. Please note we do not normally accept Maths / English Equivalents or Level 2 key skills; however, we may consider them on a case-by-case basis depending on experience.

English requirements

If you are an international applicant and English is not your first language you will need an IELTS score of 7.0 or higher (with no single subset below 6.5).

The following qualifications are accepted as meeting our minimum academic entry criteria. Please note, evidence of study at Level 3 or higher within the last three years is normally required.

Qualification	Required grade profile	Further information
A-Levels	ABB or A*BC or AAC	To include Biology, Human Biology or Physical Education at grade B or above. General Studies and Critical Thinking are not accepted. A pass grade in science practical will be required if you are taking A-Level Biology in England. If you have not been given the opportunity to study science practical by your school or college, your application will be considered on an individual basis.
Cambridge Pre-U (Principal Subject)	M1, M1, M2	To include Biology, Human Biology or Sports Science at grade M1.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National qualifications (1st teaching 2016)	Extended Diploma 180 credits DDD Diploma 120 credits DD + B at A Level Extended Certificate 60 credits D + BB at A Level	If you are not studying A-Level PE, Biology or Human Biology then one of these BTECs must be studied - Applied Human Biology, Health and Social Care, Sport, Sport and Exercise Science, or Applied Science (should include Physiology of Human Body Systems optional module). If your BTECs do not include those listed above then one of your A-Levels must be PE, Biology or Human Biology
International Baccalaureate Diploma	32 IB points	To include Higher Level Biology at grade 6.
Scottish Advanced Higher	BCC	To include Biology, Human Biology or Physical Education at grade C or above. In addition, six subjects at standard level taken at one sitting, grade C or above including Mathematics and English Language.
Irish Leaving Certificate	4 Irish Highers at grades H1, H1, H2, H2 or above.	To include Biology at grade H1.
Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate	B or above	Applicants are also required to hold 2 A-Levels at a minimum of grades AB one of which must be Biology, Human Biology or Physical Education.
Previous Degree	Normally 2:1 or above	If you currently hold (or will hold) a Bachelor of Science degree in a related subject (for example, human biology, sports science, sports therapy, rehabilitation science, Kinesiology) at 2:1 or above, or a diploma in Physiotherapy, consider our 2 year MSc qualifying programme - MSc Physiotherapy (pre-registration). If you have achieved a 2:1 or above in an unrelated degree and also meet the entry requirements above (A-Level, BTEC etc.) you may apply for the programme. If you have achieved a 2:1 or above in an unrelated degree and do not meet the entry requirements above, you will need to undertake an A-Level in Biology (can be done through distance learning in one year) and achieve a grade B or higher, or similar study to gain subject-specific knowledge. Please contact us at sahp.admin@keele.ac.uk to discuss appropriate courses / grades.
Access to Higher Education Diploma	30 Level 3 credits at Distinction and 15 Level 3 credits at Merit.	To include 15 Level 3 credits in topics relating to Human Biology / Anatomy / Physiology. You should hold GCSE Maths and English Language at Grade C/4 or above before applying - this should normally be passed at the first attempt.
Foundation Year courses	You are required to pass all modules across the 120 credits at 60% or above. At least 30 credits must relate to the topics of Human Biology / Anatomy / Physiology.	For futher information please contact us at sahp.admin@keele.ac.uk
HNC in Applied Biology or related subjects	120 credits at Level 4, all at Merit or higher	For futher information please contact us at sahp.admin@keele.ac.uk

PREPARATION PROGRAMMES FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

International students who do not meet the direct entry requirements for this course have the opportunity to study an International Foundation Year programme.

These courses are designed to prepare international students to enter into Keele University undergraduate degrees.

Foundation year

If you do not meet the requirements for direct entry into the Msci (Hons) Physiotherapy Integrated Master's course, our Foundation Year can provide an alternative route into your degree. Please note, we recommend that you do not apply for both Physiotherapy (B160) AND Physiotherapy with Foundation Year (B1B9) - you should apply for the programme of which your profile matches. If you require any further information, please contact us at admissions@keele.ac.uk

This tab provides information relating to:

Indicative modules for the Foundation Year
Foundation Year entry requirements
Information on how to apply
UCAS code for this course

Course content

Our Foundation Year allows you to develop your critical thinking, academic reading, writing, and communication study skills along with subject-specific knowledge and skills. Upon meeting the progression criteria and successfully completing our foundation year, you will automatically progress into your Keele undergraduate degree with the confidence that you have the skills, and knowledge needed to successfully complete your course.

This Foundation Year is a two semester programme which provides a tailored pre-degree programme of study to better prepare you for the Msci (Hons) Physiotherapy Integrated Master's course. For example, in the Academic and Professional Development for Health module you will begin to develop an awareness of professional standards that you will be working to in your degree and professional career. Course content has been developed in collaboration with degree teaching teams, so that by the time you begin Year 1, you will be ready to excel at your studies, as the majority of our Foundation Year students do.

You will gain a greater appreciation of historical and contemporary approaches to health and social care within the UK, considering key health issues and challenges facing health and science services. At the same time, we will advance your knowledge of human biology and chemistry, giving you a solid grasp of body systems, science and lab work. You'll develop safe, professional laboratory skills and get to know the mathematical techniques and quantitative methods used across health science-related and social care programmes.

Throughout the programme, you will develop subject-specific and broad based skills that will be invaluable in your academic career and beyond. You can find out more about our Foundation Year, Including Information on learning, teaching and assessment methods and further opportunities available to you by visiting our homepage.

Course structure

Semester One modules

FYO-00237	Foundations of Human Biology for Health	15 credits
FYO-00241	Foundations of Chemistry for Health	15 credits
FYO-00213	Foundations of Numerical and Quantitative Methods for Health Students	15 credits

Semester Two modules

FYO-00239	Advancing Human Biology for Health	30 credits
FYO-00245	Foundations in Health and Society	15 credits

Year long modules (Semesters One and Two)

FYO-00181

Academic and Professional Development

30 credits

Entry requirements

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview. For Physiotherapy, place offer is subject to scoring application or interview.

A-levels	Excluded Subjects	Alternative Qualifications	Additional GCSE requirements
BBC - if A-Level subject does not include Biology,Chemistry or Physics or	General Studies and Critical Thinking	Further information	A minimum of 6 GCSE subjects at grade C (or 4) or above including English Language, Maths and a combined or single Science. These must be taken in one sitting. Applicants should have obtained their GCSE qualifications before applying.
CCC - If A-level subject includes Biology, Chemistry or Physics

How to apply

UCAS applications

Visit UCAS for applications. You should apply for Physiotherapy with Foundation Year

UCAS code: B1B9

Direct Entry students

If you already have your qualifications, are not expecting any further results and only wish to apply to Keele, please contact the Admissions Office directly.

International entry

Visit UCAS for applications. You should apply for Physiotherapy with Foundation Year: The UCAS code for this course is B1B9

This application route does not affect the fee structure for international students.

Information for students returning to education

We are interested in a broad range of qualities, not just your points on entry. We would like to learn more about you, your interests, experiences and motivation to study.

We would be delighted to talk to you about your work experience (paid or voluntary) and qualifications, and help you to explore your options for study with us.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Diversity and Inclusion in Physiotherapy Practical Skills Education

The educational programmes in the School of Allied Health Professions prepare students to practice in a wide range of healthcare and wellbeing settings.

Each programme equips students with the knowledge, skills, attitudes, and behaviours required to practice safely and effectively in a constantly changing healthcare environment. Programmes must also ensure students are prepared for professional practice which truly embraces and promotes equality, diversity, and inclusion.

Students will learn both the theory and practice of their chosen profession and will be taught in both the university and the clinical/healthcare environment.

Practical skills will initially be taught in the classroom and students will both practise and personally experience the skills of the profession. Students are required to act as patient models both in the classroom and, where appropriate, in the clinical setting. Acting as a patient model is a valuable part of learning by offering the experience of healthcare from the perspective of a patient which will contribute to the students’ development in becoming an empathetic healthcare professional. Through classroom-based and practice-based settings students will experience a wide diversity of healthcare situations and environments in which their professional skills are developed for practice as a qualified, registered health professional.

The School recognises and understands that, for a variety of reasons, some students may find being a model or practising skills on fellow students and/or professional colleagues uncomfortable. Please be assured that the School is committed to provide an inclusive environment for all students to thrive and as such provides screens in practical teaching sessions, promotes the use of pronouns, plans assessments in cognisance of holy days and offers the adaptation of dress, where possible, to maintain modesty and dignity requirements of religious (or other) dress codes. A culturally and ethnically diverse student body will enhance understanding of, and healthcare provision for, the diverse communities that they will serve, as such, we welcome the opportunity to work with you to find culturally competent and/or sensitive solutions for you. For any questions or concerns you may have about practical skills education, please do contact the school at your earliest opportunity to discuss with a member of academic staff (Primary contacts: Dr Claire Stapleton, c.stapleton@keele.ac.uk, (Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Lead) for all aspects of equality, except disability, where Dr Dale Cooper, d.cooper1@keele.ac.uk (Disability Liaison Officer) should be contacted).

The School of Allied Health Professions is committed to ensuring its graduates are fully prepared for practice across the widest range of healthcare situations and settings and that they are also able to embrace, reflect and influence the values and behaviours required to promote inclusive cultures and diversity.

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