Advanced Manipulative Physiotherapy MSc

This course harnesses the power of clinical reasoning to blend diverse approaches to musculoskeletal practice. You'll dive deep into assessing and managing conditions, while evaluating evidence and your own experiences, all to elevate your expertise in this specialised field.

Course structure

• Flexible study which can be organised around your other commitments.
• Support of a personal tutor and dissertation supervisor• Delivered by industry specialists.
• Opportunities to be involved at MoveWell through experiential education placements and in unpaid volunteer positions.

• Lectures - delivered by a mixture of academic experts and professional individuals who are active within physiotherapy related organisations.
• Seminars and tutorials - led by both tutors and students to facilitate peer-to-peer learning.
• Assessments - a combination of coursework assessments, research papers, reports, reflective commentaries and oral examinations.

The modules listed for this programme are regularly reviewed to ensure they are up-to-date and informed by the latest research and teaching methods.

Any optional module information listed for this programme is intended to be indicative, and the availability of optional modules may vary from year to year. Where a module is no longer available, we will let you know as soon as we can and help you to make other choices.

2025/26 Session

The following must be taken:

Students must take a total of 20 credits from other modules on offer within the School or from modules on offer from other Schools. Profile of modules available varies depending on availability and viability. Examples of modules on offer in the School include:

You must provide detail in your application your experiences of using manipulative/musculoskeletal physiotherapy skills within a practice base setting to evidence fulfilment of 1500 hours (hours accrued as part of your pre-registration/qualifying education or internship do not count).

Supporting evidence of appropriate continuing professional development during this experience will also be required. Additional criteria for clinical mentored clinical practice in the UK. Please note that if these criteria are not met within three months of starting the programme, you may be required to transfer to a non-clinical programme or to undertake your placement in your home country.

Admission to the programme is on the basis that you will have:

• Current registration with the Health & Care Professions Council and the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (includes professional indemnity).
• A BSc/BA Honours degree or equivalent. (Evidence of equivalence of your qualification(s) to the UK educational system of awards can be found at NARIC). The degree should normally be a first or upper-second-class Honours degree.
• Evidence of satisfactory current Disclosure and Barring Service check.
• Evidence of satisfactory health declaration and immunisation record.

You will also need to submit the following documentation in support of your application:

• Two academic/employer references in support of your application and professional and practical capabilities;
• Transcripts of your degrees so far (certified and translated in to English if appropriate). 

Your personal statement to detail.

• Evidence of a minimum of 1500 hours experience post qualification of using manipulative/musculoskeletal physiotherapy within a musculoskeletal context.- supporting evidence of appropriate continuing professional development during this experience in musculoskeletal physiotherapy will also be required
• Evidence of HCPC and CSP registrationIt is reccomened you apply for HCPC registration as soon as you submit an application with us due to the length of time it takes for applications to be accepted.

English language requirements

If you are an international student, you will need to demonstrate you have a suitable level of English proficiency, usually through the form of an IELTS or equivalent qualification.

For this course we require IELTS 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in any band, which is equivalent to:

• TOEFL: 88 overall with no less than 21 in Reading, 20 Listening, 22 Speaking and 21 in Writing
• Pearson Test of English (PTE): Academic 67 with no less than 64 in all four skills
• Cambridge English: C1 Advanced - minimum overall score of 176, with no less than 169 in any component
• LanguageCert ESOL SELT (UKVI): B2 'Communicator' with no less than 33 in each skill

English Presessional Programmes

Improve your knowledge of spoken and written English in preparation for studying at Birmingham with our pre-sessional English courses. If you have a conditional offer, you can take one of these courses as an alternative to retaking IELTS or other similar qualifications.

We charge an annual tuition fee. Fees for 2025 entry are above.

The fees quoted are for one year only. For those studying courses that are longer than one year, tuition fees will also be payable in subsequent years of your programme.

Paying your tuition fees

Tuition fees can either be paid in full or by instalments. You can check whether you are eligible for UK or international fees with our admissions team.

Learn more about postgraduate tuition fees and funding.

Postgraduate Masters Loan

To help with the cost of studies, this loan is available to all UK students. You can use this loan towards fees, maintenance or other costs at your own discretion. It’s available for all full-time, part-time and distance learning Masters programmes, as long as you don’t already have a Masters qualification (or equivalent).If you’re a student from Wales, Scotland or Northern Ireland, you can apply for Masters loans from your country’s government.

Scholarships

To help you afford your studies, we’ve put more than £33 million into student support and scholarships. We also offer a range of advice on searching for funding and managing your finances.

Birmingham Masters Scholarships

We want to welcome the brightest talent to our postgraduate community. That’s why our Birmingham Masters Scholarships award £3,000 to more than 300 students each year.

Select whether you are a UK student or an international student for relevant application deadlines.

We have put together some helpful information on the taught programme application process and supporting documents. Please read this information carefully before completing your application.

Careers Network

Get ready for tomorrow, with advice, guidance and opportunities at every step of your studies. From developing new skills to preparing for a PhD, our Careers Network can help you gain an advantage in the job market or advance in your field.

Whatever you plan to do after your degree, the Careers Network offers a range of events and support services including networking opportunities, career coaching, one-to-one guidance, careers fairs and links with leading graduate recruiters. We also offer subject-specific careers consultants and a dedicated careers website for international students.

Our bustling campus with its beautiful grounds, friendly community and excellent facilities will quickly make you feel at home. We offer you a huge variety of accommodation options in the UK’s second city, exciting activities to get involved in outside your studies, as well as all the support and advice you need.