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Entry requirements
A second class degree in any subject and can demonstrate knowledge of scientific enquiry .
This course is not suitable for those already holding a physiotherapy qualification . Applicants from North America will normally be expected to have achieved a minimum GPA equivalent to 60 % in their undergraduate degree . Relevant experience is essential such as shadowing , volunteering or visiting a clinic ( NHS environment desirable ).
International : Where your honours degree has not been studied in English , you will be required to take an IELTS test receiving an overall score of 7.0 and no individual component score below 6.5 .
Criminal Records Check : A criminal records check is required .
Other information
Exit awards : MSc ( 180 credits , plus 60-credit Dissertation , plus 105 credits at SCQF Level 10 )/ PgDip ( 120 credits plus 105 credits at SCQF level 10 )
Single module study : Not available
Delivery : At QMU and on placement Duration : 2 years full-time
Start date : September 2021 and / or January 2022
Application deadline : 31 January 2021 . See pages 153-154 for more information on how to apply .
Class sizes : Normally there are around 50-75 students enrolling on the course each year .
Fees : See pages 160-161
More information : Lyndsey Ackerman , ( MScPreRegPhysioPL @ qmu . ac . uk ), Programme Leader , or Admissions ( admissions @ qmu . ac . uk )
Why QMU ?
The employability of graduates from this course is proven both in the United Kingdom and abroad .
In relation to dissertation , there are a wide range of research designs available .
Some students have arranged their four-week elective placement in a foreign country such as Canada or Australia .
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