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Physiotherapy (Professional Qualification) MSc

Ireland

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What will I learn?

The programme 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.

Graduates will be eligible to practice in Ireland and eligible for registration in other parts of the world. Graduates will be able to work in a diverse range of environments including schools, hospitals and community settings

Which department am I in?

Faculty of Education and Health Sciences

Study options

Full Time (2 Years)

Tuition fees
€24,928.00 (22,54,092) per year
Accommodation (Plassey Village- 8 Bed House) - 5343(Per Academic Year)

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please

Start date

September 2025

Venue

University of Limerick

University of Limerick Limerick,

Limerick,

V94 T9PX, Republic of Ireland

Entry requirements

For international students

Applicants for a Master's programme must normally have a first or second class Level 8 honours degree (NFQ or other internationally recognised equivalents) or equivalent prior learning this is recognised by the University as meeting this requirement.

Acceptable English Language qualifications include the following:

Matriculation examinations from European countries where English is presented as a subject and an acceptable level is achieved
Irish Leaving Certificate English –Ordinary Level Grade D or above
TOEFL – 580 (paper-based) or 90 (internet based)
IELTS – composite score 8 and not less than 7 in any one component.
English Test for English and Academic Purposes (ETAPP) – Grade C1
GCE ‘O’ level English Language/GCSE English Language – Grade C or above
Cambridge Assessment English –Certificate of Proficiency in English - Grade C / Certificate in Advanced English Grade B
GCE Examination Boards – Oxford Delegacy of Local Examinations – Grade C / Cambridge Local Examinations Syndicate – School Certificate Pass 1-6 /the University of London Entrance and School Examinations Council – School Certificate Pass 1-6

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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About University of Limerick

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