Physiotherapy (Professional Qualification) MSc
University of Limerick
Key Information
Campus location
Limerick, Ireland
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
2 years
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
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Introduction
Physiotherapy (Professional Qualification) MSc
The Department of Clinical Therapies offers a two-year MSc (Professional Qualification) in Physiotherapy, Level 9 (NQAI).
Those in the final year of a Level 8 Degree can apply before graduation and may be offered a conditional place (depending on GAMSAT scores) subject to providing evidence of 2h2 or higher in their undergraduate degree
The MSc Physiotherapy program has been shortlisted for a prestigious national gradireland Higher Education Awards in the Best New Course category in 2018.
In addition to academic modules at UL, students on the MSc Physiotherapy (Prof Qual) will complete 1000 hours of clinical placement. Clinical Placement modules will take place in Limerick, Portlaoise, Kilkenny, Ballinasloe and Co Galway in a range of settings (tertiary and secondary hospitals, rehabilitation units, primary care, schools etc. and with patients of all ages
The program aims to develop graduates who are able to:
- Synthesise theoretical and conceptual knowledge of the cardiorespiratory, neurological and musculoskeletal systems to the practice of physiotherapy.
- Be competent in the delivery of physiotherapy interventions for the effective rehabilitation and management of people with a range of conditions.
- Competently prescribe, and monitor physiotherapy interventions responsibly, based on a clinically-reasoned approach following an appropriate assessment and diagnosis.
- Apply specialist knowledge and understanding of movement and movement dysfunction to clinical practice.
- Use an innovative and creative approach to meet evolving service developments and healthcare needs.
- Perform effectively and professionally within a health care team.
- Adopt and facilitate a collaborative, holistic, proactive and professional approach to healthcare practice.
- Articulate and integrate the advanced critical thinking and reflective skills required to be autonomous lifelong learners.
- Use an evidence-based approach in practice which integrates research findings into patient assessment and management.
- Integrate the ethical, social and cultural dimensions of healthcare within clinical judgement.
- Articulate ideas clearly, effectively, collaboratively and professionally to patients, carers, the multidisciplinary team and other relevant stakeholders.
Admissions
Scholarships and Funding
For more information about scholarships, please visit the university website.
Curriculum
Year 1
- Foundations of Physiotherapy
- Enquiry in Healthcare 1
- Preparation for Practice Education
- Physiotherapy in Respiratory Care
- Normal movement & Neurological Rehabilitation
- Exercise and Participation in the Community
- Enquiry in Healthcare 2
- Cardio-vascular Physiotherapy
- Neuromusculoskeletal cases
- Practice Education 1
- Practice Education 2
- Research Project 1
Year 2
- Practice Education 3
- Research Project 2
- Chronic Inflammatory States
- Multisystem Physiotherapy Cases
- Innovation in management for Health & Social Care
- Practice Education 4
- Research Project 3
- Engaging through Complexity
Program Tuition Fee
Career Opportunities
Graduates will be able to work in a diverse range of environments including schools, hospitals and community settings
The MSc Physiotherapy has received full accreditation from the Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapists (ISCP) and has been approved by CORU and are eligible to work in the HSE in Ireland.