MSc Physiotherapy (Pre-Registration)
- Study Mode: Full Time
- Location: High Wycombe
- Duration: Two Years
- Start Date: September 2025
Our MSc in Physiotherapy (pre-registration) programme is a challenging but rewarding course and will enable you to gain skills in evidence-based practice, research, and continuous professional development practice. You will be taught by academic staff with extensive clinical experience and guest lecturers who are experienced clinicians at the forefront of their subjects.
Our programme uses a modern and innovative integrated blended learning approach, using technology to support face-to-face teaching, so you will only be in university a maximum of three days a week.
On this course you will focus on clinical skills and problem-based learning. These activities are further supported by, lectures, e-learning, practical sessions, tutorials, and online and face-to-face seminars as appropriate.
This intensive physiotherapy course provides an entry route into the physiotherapy profession, enabling you to become a competent registered physiotherapist in a reduced timeframe.
Our physiotherapy course uses a blended learning model which combines online content with face-to-face teaching, giving you the flexibility to fit the course around your schedule.
In our physiotherapy course, you will engage in extensive clinical placements across various settings, including acute hospitals, primary care, community stations, and outpatient clinics. This diverse experience equips you with the practical skills and knowledge necessary for a successful physiotherapy career.
Why study at Buckinghamshire New University?
We have a well-established range of healthcare and nursing programmes, and we work closely with NHS and Primary Care Trusts across Buckinghamshire and it's surrounding areas.
You'll primarily be on clinical placements throughout year two in various settings like an acute hospital, primary and community stations, and outpatient clinics. This wide range of placements will provide you with the experience and knowledge you need to propel you into a successful career as a physiotherapist.
All eligible Physiotherapy students can apply for the of at least £5,000 a year.
What facilities can I use?
You'll be taught in purpose-built facilities, including well-equipped simulation clinics and rehabilitation teaching rooms, alongside the opportunity to participate in an active learning observational placement.
How will I be taught and assessed?
On this course you'll focus on clinical skills and problem-based learning. These activities are further supported by lectures, e-learning, practical sessions, tutorials, online and face-to-face seminars.
The blended learning programme and other learning activities experienced on the course will prepare you well for initial practice and will promote continued learning, enabling you to adapt to the opportunities you will face during your career journey.
Each module has at least two forms of assessments in the following formats:
- objective structured clinical examinations (OSCE)
- viva (oral examination)
- oral presentations
- written examinations
- portfolios
- clinical case studies.
These assessments will support the development of practical, clinical and communication skills that you'll need for success not only on this degree programme but for your lifelong learning.
What are the course entry requirements?
Five GCSEs at grade C or above, including English language or literature, mathematics and a science subject
An upper-second-class degree (or equivalent) in a related field is required. Related degrees include medical, sport, health, and science degrees, such as biology, biochemistry, chemistry, and physiology. Other degrees are considered on an individual basis.
For students whose first language is not English, there is a requirement to achieve an IELTS score of 7 (with no individual component below 6.5); visit our international section.
In addition to the above, candidates are required to have practical experience relating to Physiotherapy. Such as work shadowing, work placement or healthcare work experience.
Applicants with extensive healthcare experience (e.g physiotherapy assistant, healthcare assistants, care worker) with a 2.2 in a related field, or applicants with a first or upper second classification in a non-specified field but with work experience in a relevant environment will be referred to the Programme lead for consideration.
DBS Checks
All applicants are required to complete a criminal record disclaimer form and give their permission for us to obtain an enhanced police check with the Disclosure and Barring Screening Service (DBS).
Each year after that, students are required to self-declare any Police cautions or convictions before each practice education module. The DBS in the United Kingdom does not currently conduct overseas criminal record checks.
Therefore, international applicants, those without British citizenship and British citizens with a significant overseas residency, require a criminal record check or certificate of good conduct from their home/overseas country before entering the course.
Where an equivalent check is provided, applicants must complete an enhanced police check with the DBS a year later.
Modules
This provides a guide of the modules that make up your course. You can find more information about how your course is structured on our Academic Advice section.
What are the tuition fees
Home
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Home, Academic Year 2025 - 2026: £9,535 per year *
International
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Overseas/International, Academic Year 2025 - 2026: £17,000 per year *
Following the Government’s announcement of 4 November 2024, we will be increasing our full-time undergraduate tuition fees for UK students to £9,535 per year from the start of the 2025/26 academic year. Our part-time fees for UK undergraduate students will increase to £7,145 per annum. Please visit , on the Government’s website, for more information about the changes.
Tuition fees for Home undergraduate students (including with foundation year) may increase in subsequent years for both new and continuing students in line with an inflationary amount determined by the Government.  
Tuition fees for both new and continuing international students may be subject to an inflationary increase based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI) for the 12-month period to 31 January each year.  
Tuition fees for postgraduate courses and CPD may be subject to an inflationary increase based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI) for the 12-month period to 31 January each year. This increase will apply to both new and continuing students.  
We understand, and really appreciate, the significant financial commitment our students make when they choose to study at BNU. We take our responsibilities to our students very seriously, and are ambitious for each to reach their full potential and succeed in their chosen career. Our fees help us to continue providing our students with a high-quality education, and to invest in the services and facilities which create an excellent student experience at BNU.
The following factors will be considered by the University when we set the annual fees: measures of inflation such as the retail price indices; projected increases in University costs; and any changes in the level of funding for teaching received from the Government.
What are my career prospects?
Upon graduation you will have the knowledge and key personal skills and attitudes necessary to pursue a successful professional career as a physiotherapist in any setting.
Physiotherapists work in different areas of healthcare including acute hospitals, primary care settings, community, and out-patient clinics. The also work in professional sport industries and as a physiotherapist you can set up your own practice.
Throughout your time with us we’ll support you on the route to your chosen career. We’ll help you to develop crucial skills, encouraging you to become enterprising, employable and good leaders.
