Master of Physiotherapy/BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy
Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh
About this course
Master of Physiotherapy/BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy is a four-year integrated undergraduate programme. Core topics include Statistics, Research Methods, Ethics & Professional Practice, and Entrepreneurship. Placements are included each year, with six-week placements in clinical, research, education and leadership settings. The programme offers an M-route (master's) and a B-route (bachelor's) option, with the opportunity to switch between them.
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Entry requirements
Scottish Higher: Standard - AABBB, Minimum - ABBBB A Level: AAB Irish Leaving Certificate: H1 H2 H2 H2 H3 International Baccalaureate: 32 points International: IELTS of 6.0 with no element lower than 6.0. Required subjects: Two of Biology/Human Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Maths/Application of Maths at Higher/A Level or equivalent. Higher English is also required for those taking Highers. English is required at Higher Level for those taking the ILC. English and Mathematics required at Nat 5/GCSE level at grade C/4 or above. We can also accept National 5 Application of Mathematics or Lifeskills at the same grade. Am I a Widening Access student?: We apply the minimum entry criteria to applicants who meet one or more contextual factor. To see if this would apply to you, please refer to the access and application page. Mature/Access: We welcome applications from mature students with other relevant qualifications and/or experience. Other degree and graduate qualifications will be considered. Visit our College Leavers and Mature Students Advice page for more information. Direct Entry: Direct entry may be facilitated to Year Two of the course for applicants with HND Physical Activity and Health (Next Gen). Direct Entry will only be considered where there are available places and spaces are not guaranteed. Other requirements A satisfactory criminal records check from the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme, an occupational health check and personal indemnity insurance (normally through membership of the professional body) are required. An occupational health check is required, and you may be requested to be immunised against Hepatitis B. You will be required to obtain personal indemnity insurance, usually through membership of the professional body. Other information The course is highly competitive and applications received after the UCAS equal consideration deadline are unlikely to be considered.
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Admissions (2022 entry, home applicants)
Offer rate 16%: 71 offers from 456 applications, from the university's Freedom of Information return.
What students say
Based on about 12 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 96%
- Learning opportunities: 85%
- Assessment and feedback: 80%
- Academic support: 88%
- Organisation and management: 96%
- Learning resources: 92%
- Student voice: 82%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 25 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 90%
- Left higher education: 10%
What graduates do next
Based on about 7 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 90%
Most common jobs
- Therapy professionals: 60%
- Caring personal services: 20%
- Elementary occupations: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 85%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 70%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 75%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 30 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 5%
- South West: 5%
- Wales: 5%
- Scotland: 90%
Who gets in
Based on about 25 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 45%
- Access course: 10%
- A degree: 10%
- Other HE qualification: 40%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) for the purpose of providing eligibility to apply for registration with the HCPC as a physiotherapist.
- Accredited by the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP).
Modules
- Introduction to Professional Practice
- Academic Skills
- Principles of Rehabilitation
- Thriving in Professional Practice
- Foundations of Physiotherapy 1
- Foundations of Physiotherapy 2
- Introduction to Practice-based Learning
- Kinesiology in Rehabilitation
- Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapy
- Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy: Introducing the Basic Concepts of Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy
- Health Coaching for Professional Practice
- Neurological Physiotherapy Introducing the Basic Concepts of Neurological Physiotherapy
- Research Methods
- Practice-based Learning 1
- Complexity in Physiotherapy 1
- Theoretical and Clinical Approaches to Multidisciplinary Team Working
- Applied Research Methods
- Complexity in Physiotherapy 2
- Exploring change in Global Physiotherapy Practice
- Investigation of Practice
- Practice-based Learning 2
- Public Health Practice for Physiotherapists
- Professional Skills Development
- Entrepreneurship and Leadership for Professional Practice
- Dissertation
- Practice-based Learning 3
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of Master of Physiotherapy/BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy at Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh earn?
The median salary is £30,000 after 15 months, £28,000 after 3 years, £33,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £31,000 and £34,500. The £33,000 median after five years is the same as the UK median for Physiotherapy.
What do graduates of Master of Physiotherapy/BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy at Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh do next?
90% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on Master of Physiotherapy/BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy at Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh?
96% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for Master of Physiotherapy/BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy at Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh?
The typical offer is AAB at A level, or 32 points in the IB. The average entrant had 208 UCAS points.
What is the offer rate for Master of Physiotherapy/BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy at Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh?
16% of home applicants received an offer for 2022 entry: 71 offers from 456 applications, according to the university's Freedom of Information return.
Is Master of Physiotherapy/BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy at Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh accredited?
Yes. Approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) for the purpose of providing eligibility to apply for registration with the HCPC as a physiotherapist. Accredited by the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP).
How many students continue on Master of Physiotherapy/BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy at Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.