Physical Therapy in Musculoskeletal Healthcare and Rehabilitation MSc

About this degree

Physical therapy is a rapidly growing discipline. The benefits to health and rehabilitation are becoming more widely appreciated and demand for it is increasing. As our knowledge grows, physical therapists have a responsibility to integrate this new knowledge into their clinical practice.

This programme will equip you with the necessary skills to become a specialist in this field. We offer an in-depth exploration of the science underpinning a physical therapy approach to treating musculoskeletal pain and dysfunction.

You will learn all about the biology of the musculoskeletal system, explore fundamental biomechanics and their application to the musculoskeletal system and locomotion, and delve into the psychological aspects of musculoskeletal dysfunction and pain management. You will also look at the relationship of physical therapy to surgical approaches and biological therapies for treating musculoskeletal disease.

The programme has a strong emphasis on research. You will learn about research methodology and governance and have the opportunity to undertake your own research project.

The flexibility of the programme, offered over one to five years, makes this master's particularly appealing to students who want to expand their skillset alongside part-time work.

This unique MSc Physical Therapy in Musculoskeletal Healthcare and Rehabilitation explores the underlying scientific principles of physical therapy and gives you first-hand experience of clinical application of rehabilitation techniques delivered by specialists at the Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital. Delivered face-to-face, this flexible programme is offered over one to five years.

A minimum of a second-class UK Bachelor's degree in a related medical, biological science or bioengineering discipline, a clinical qualification, or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard.

The English language level for this programme is: Level 3

UCL Pre-Master's and Pre-sessional English courses are for international students who are aiming to study for a postgraduate degree at UCL. The courses will develop your academic English and academic skills required to succeed at postgraduate level.

Further information can be found on our English language requirements page.

As well as the multidisciplinary knowledge you gain on this course, you will develop higher-level cognitive skills in analysis and evaluation - skills that are highly sought after by employers. Please note that this programme does not hold accreditation with any professional bodies.