Doctor of Physiotherapy (Pre-registration)
Doctoral ProgrammeGlasgow Caledonian University
Course details
Course description
The Doctor of Physiotherapy (Pre-registration) (DPT) is a full-time programme delivered using innovative teaching methods to assist and contextualise learning.
The overall aim of this programme is to develop analytical, evaluative, creative and skilled Physiotherapists with an entrepreneurial mind-set, who are responsive to professional, social and cultural change. Our doctoral graduates will be confident, transformational, responsible and empathetic practitioners, leaders and global citizens able to implement evidenced based practices within public and private services, effectively evolving and influencing innovative local, national or global areas of practice and research.
This programme leads to qualification as a physiotherapist, eligible to apply for HCPC registration as a practicing physiotherapist. Modules are delivered by experienced tutors, researchers and invited academic and clinical lecturers who are specialists in their area of expertise.
Our close links with clinical and research specialists allow our students access to the most up-to-date clinical, research and professional expertise within the university and practice settings.
The DPT is unique in integrating practice and research, and is designed to produce graduates who are equipped to meet the current and future needs and challenges of health & social care practice and research.
Post registration graduates can work in a variety of areas such as: private practice, public sector settings such the hospitals, GP clinics or health promotion services, industry, vocational rehabilitation, schools, nursing homes, hospices, community based rehabilitation programs, education and research centres.
Graduate prospects
Many of our graduate and postgraduate students go on to gain employment in other countries. Recently students have obtained physiotherapy posts in Europe, New Zealand, Canada, USA and Hong Kong & Singapore. Applications to some of these counties require an application that reviews the course specifics and the individual student profile. You may also need to undertake additional exams.
Subjects
- Physiotherapy
- Health care
Entry requirements
Minimum Entry Requirements UK honours degree 2:1 (or equivalent) in a science discipline related to physiotherapy such as physiology, human biology, anatomy, kinesiology, sports science/medicine. Experience in the process of research is essential. The honours degree must have contained a substantial element of human physiology. A pre-entry negotiated learning module is available to applicants who have limited human physiology experience. Shortlisted applicants must attend an interview. International applicants are offered a telephone/Skype interview. Applicants should have an understanding of the role of physiotherapy practice and research within the current health and well-being agenda. Relevant visits to clinical locations, voluntary work or part-time employment in an area where the impact of disability is experienced are desirable, but not essential. Students have to clearly articulate their motivations for applying to the DPT course. Additional requirements Students should enter the Doctor of Physiotherapy (Pre-registration) programme at a level appropriate to their prior learning and qualifications. Students who are able to demonstrate prior learning in specific modules are eligible to apply for exemption from undertaking the module. English language Academic IELTS score of 7.0 (or equivalent) with no element below 6.5.
Course options
Course details
Full time
1st Jan 2024 to 1st Jul 2027
Cost: £9,000.00 (ex. VAT)
Venue details
Glasgow Caledonian University
Cowcaddens Road
Glasgow
G4 0BA