Veterinary Physiotherapy MSc

University of Liverpool

The University of Liverpool’s Postgraduate Diploma / MSc in Veterinary Physiotherapy is a specialist programme aimed at Chartered Physiotherapists who wish to translate their knowledge and skills developed on humans into practice on animals.The programme is recognised by the Association of Chartered Physiotherapists in Animal Therapy (ACPAT) as an upgrading route for ‘Category A’ membership.The programme is available on a full time or part time basis either to PgDip or MSc level. The full time PgDip and MSc programmes require students to study on campus in the UK, while the part time PgDip and MSc programmes can be studied remotely.MSc Programme StructureIn order to be awarded the MSc in Veterinary Physiotherapy, students must successfully complete the above six modules, plus a Research Project. Full time students will complete the research project module concurrently with their PgDip modules. Part time students will complete the research project module in an additional year of part time study.Master's:The MSc is available full time based at the University of Liverpool's Leahurst campus, or part time remotely.Full time students will complete the research project module concurrently with their PgDip modules. This will include supervisor meetings and project work depending on the project.Part time students will complete the research project module in an additional year of part time study. Depending on the country of study and access to an appropriate local ethical review committee, there may be some limitations to the range of research options available.The taught coursework modules provide materials on our Virtual Learning Environment supported by practical periods in the form of core practical workshops and clinical placements. During the trimesters, students are encouraged to work with their cohort with assessed and informal meeting opportunities. There are regular asynchronous learning opportunities with fellow students and academics online via discussion boards and scheduled synchronous evening journal clubs and meetings as well as opportunities during the face to face practical sessions.The virtual learning environment also includes access to the University of Liverpool's online library.