Study Details: PGDip 2 years full-time
Please note: this course will start in January 2022.
This programme is taught through the medium of English but you can read about the course in Welsh here.
This course is also available as a MSc. The Dissertation for the full MSc is additional to the 2 years funding.
The main aim of this programme is to produce graduates who are fit for practice and eligible to apply for registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and membership with the professional, educational and trade union body, the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP).
The programme offers a challenging and rewarding educational experience that enables the student to develop as a competent physiotherapy practitioner, who places the patient at the heart of care and is capable of making a valuable contribution to the workplace. The programme will develop students’ understanding of physiotherapy theory as well as hands-on practice and will be rooted within the School of Health Sciences with its track record of excellence in research. This will ensure that the student develops an appreciation of evidence-based and innovative practice across a range of physiotherapy roles including in rural healthcare.
Students having successfully completed the Post Graduate Diploma in Physiotherapy will be able to develop their knowledge and skills through the successful completion of the dissertation which is the final stage of the Master’s degree and will provide the student with the opportunity to demonstrate the skills and knowledge to organise and conduct a research project or systematic review. The innovative educational approach to the programme will develop creative, skilled physiotherapists who will be able to pursue a career across a range of health and care settings.
Research Opportunities
Bangor University has strong links to the local healthcare authorities in North Wales and these will increase with the development of this programme. Opportunities exist, therefore, for graduating students to benefit from this; in addition to the many other fields where physiotherapists are in demand such as in private practice, sporting and military settings.
Tuition Fees Covered
If you are considered a home UK student for tuition fees who can commit to working in Wales for two years after graduating, you could get your tuition fees covered in full through the NHS Wales Bursary Scheme and claim for a £1,000 bursary contribution towards living costs. You can also apply for the means tested bursary that is dependent on household income and other funding that has eligibility criteria for child care support, dependents allowance and parental learner allowance. You can also apply for the income based maintenance funding and a reduced rate loan from Student Finance. As this course is funded by NHS Wales we are unable to accept applications from overseas students.
Full details are available on our NHS funding page.
Why Choose Bangor University for this Course?
Visit our Why Study with us? page to find out some key facts about why you should choose Bangor for this course.
All entry requirements carry the same weighting and must be met prior to applying for this programme. Please ensure each entry requirement is accounted for in your personal statement.
All applicants must demonstrate an understanding of the implications of receiving a funded place in Wales.
All applications must demonstrate a clear and broad understanding of Physiotherapy, accompanied by reflections on recent work experience in Physiotherapy or related health care environments.
To apply for the Post Graduate Diploma in Physiotherapy, all applicants must have achieved a minimum 2.2 classification or (overseas equivalent) in a relevant undergraduate field of study. To establish the relevancy of your previous study, you are advised to look at the modules within the programme of study you have completed and explain in your application why these would prepare you for this programme.
Higher degrees or (overseas equivalent) will be considered.
All applicants must have graduated from this study within the last 5 years.
The English language requirements for applicants whose first language is not Welsh or English: IELTS 7.0 overall with a minimum of 6.5 in each component (or equivalent).
All applications will be reviewed on an individual basis.
Please note: this programme is not currently available for international students.
For fees and funding options, please visit website to find out more
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