Clinical Biomechanics MSc

Staffordshire University

United Kingdom, Stoke-on-Trent

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Staffordshire University

United Kingdom , Stoke-on-Trent

Key Facts

Program Level

Master by Course Work

Study Type

Part Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

Stoke-on-Trent campus

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines25-Sep-2023

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Duration 3 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 8,460 / course

Next Intake 25-Sep-2023

Clinical Biomechanics MSc

About

The MSc Clinical Biomechanics has been developed for healthcare professionals who wish to extend their understanding of the clinical application of mechanical principles. Considerable flexibility in the way the award is structured will allow you to tailor learning to your specific area of practice and professional development

Designed by research-active clinical professionals, the course bridges the gap between clinical practice and biomechanical principles, for a rigorous and focused understanding of the subject.

Applying mechanical principles to the management of pathology, human movement and gait dysfunction, the course is primarily focused on musculoskeletal practitioners – such as physiotherapists, orthotists, chiropractors and podiatrists – who provide biomechanical-based interventions in their clinical practice.

In addition to being able to study to Certificate, Diploma or MSc level, you can choose to complete individual modules. This route not only provides an ideal taster to the MSc course, but can also be an effective way of completing CPD.

On successful completion of study, we will issue the following award: MSc Clinical Biomechanics

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At Certificate level, youll gain an insight into the patho-mechanics of musculoskeletal problems and be introduced to current thinking in biomechanical therapeutic interventions.

The principles and concepts taught are built on at Diploma level, where an emphasis on research and critical practice will help prepare you for the MSc stage. Youll study subject-specific modules such as Tissue Stress, Spinal Mechanics, Sports Biomechanics and Injury, and Lower Limb Paediatric Pathologies and Therapies – which you can choose to suit your clinical practice.

Modules can be selected to suit your clinical practice and professional development, with Critical Appraisal Skills, Research Methods and Methodologies and Origins and Principles of Biomechanics being compulsory modules required to complete your award. The blended learning approach allows for you to study some of the modules as distance learning whilst other modules have a component of the teaching based on Stoke-on-Trent campus at our state of the art Biomechanics lab. This enables you to have a hands-on approach to the equipment whilst learning and applying your clinical skills in a group setting.

Youll also produce an innovative piece of research that involves investigating problematic clinical conditions from a mechanical perspective.

Teaching

Our teaching is supported through our Virtual Learning Environment called Blackboard. This means you can access a range of materials to support your studies wherever you are via your PC, tablet or phone. This includes accessing video, audio and discussion forums where you can debate subjects with your tutors and fellow students.

Assessment

All modules are assessed by portfolio and often take the form of task-based reflections of clinical practice. The range of tasks you can choose to include is purposefully non-specific to allow for a broad range of interests, and to enable you to develop work that is relevant to your clinical practice.

Your dissertation will be self-directed and must take the form of a research project that is relevant to your needs. We understand that students typically wish to complete their dissertation in a particular healthcare setting. We therefore always aim to facilitate projects around the country.

Learning support

Youre supported throughout the course by specialist tutors within the modules you study and are also allocated a personal tutor during your time with us. We have a well-developed personal tutorial system and staff are only a phone call, email or Skype chat away. In addition, youre carefully introduced to the online learning process and have access to a subject specialist librarian and course administrator.

Additional support

If you have additional needs like dyslexia or a sensory impairment, then our Student Inclusion Services are here to help make sure nothing stands in your way.

Feedback

We know that its important for you to be able to gauge your progress. So, your tutor will give you feedback on any practice assessments you do.

We will normally give you feedback on formal assessments within 20 working days.

Disciplines

School of Health

Science and Wellbeing

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Postgraduate

Courses requiring a 2:1 degree

Bachelor degree in a relevant subject with a minimum CGPA of 3.0

Courses requiring a 2:2 degree

Bachelor degree in a relevant subject with a minimum CGPA of 2.5

English Program Requirements

The majority of our undergraduate bachelor degree courses require a minimum overall IELTS score of 6.0, with 5.5 in reading, writing, speaking and listening. However, we also accept a wide range of qualifications from around the world. The following qualifications are acceptable for most of our Bachelor degree courses.

Career

Careers

Successfully completing the course will help equip you for advanced practice, as well as team leadership, research and subject leader positions. Modules can be mapped against specific capabilities and skills in your portfolio for advanced clinical practice.

Eager for more knowledge? Upon completion, you will be ideally placed for further academic study at PhD level.

All students have access to Career Connect, our dedicated careers team.

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Fee Information

Tuition Fee

GBP 8,460

How to Apply

Be prepared

Get ready to upload copies of the following documents as part of your application. This will enable us to assess your application and make a decision.

Personal statement – please see our guide to writing a personal statement.
Passport – photo page from a valid, in-date passport.
Certificates and transcripts – copies of certificates and transcripts of your academic qualifications. Please see entry requirements for your country.
Evidence of English Language (if applicable) - please see information on English Language requirements.
Previous UK visas (if applicable) - if you’ve previously studied in the UK you must declare this as it could make a difference to your offer and visa application.
Reference – provide a letter of support from your current or previous university (postgraduate students only).