The Physiotherapy Department of the Metropolitan College is a member of the ENPHE network (European Network of Physiotherapy in Higher Education).
MSc Sports Physiotherapy
SPORTS PHYSIOTHERAPY
REASONS FOR CHOOSING THIS PROGRAMME
Member of the ENPHE Network
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Degree from a top International University
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Master of Science degree from the University of East London, with a long tradition in Physiotherapy studies.
Classes in laboratories
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Numerous hours of learning in the purpose-built proprietary Physiotherapy labs with state-of-the-art equipment.
Clinical training
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Opportunity for practice-based placements in the wide network of collaborating clinical settings and laboratories specialised in Biomechanics and assessment of human motion.
Flexible class schedule
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Ideal timetable for working students and completion of studies in one academic year.
UNIVERSITY
DURATION IN YEARS
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LANGUAGE
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The postgraduate course MSc Sports Physiotherapy at the Metropolitan College aims at providing specialisation in research and critical assessment of the Physiotherapy science, with an emphasis on the rehabilitation of athletes.
The main axes of the Master’s degree are to foster a critical and investigative spirit regarding contemporary Physiotherapeutic approaches and techniques related to the areas of disease and injury prevention, assessment, treatment and rehabilitation.
Renowned scientists from diverse fields of assessment and rehabilitation ensure that the programme is in line with the contemporary international scientific and educational standards.
The curriculum includes attending three clinical seminars on contemporary topics during the course of the programme:
Clinical Seminar on Geriatric Physiotherapy (addressing the topics of: Assessing Balance, Preventing Falls),
Clinical Seminar on Neurological Rehabilitation (addressing the topic of: Rehabilitation of a Paretic Upper Limb) and
Clinical Seminar on Paediatric Neurological Rehabilitation (addressing the topics of: Clinical Reasoning, Assessing and Recording Gait Disorders, Treatment Plan, Therapeutic Intervention).
One of the additional benefits of this postgraduate course is the collaboration of Metropolitan College with laboratories in Athens and Thessaloniki, where the modules are taught, which specialise in biomechanics and the assessment of human activities.
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MODULES
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- Foundations in Research in Sports
- Physiotherapy Exercise Physiology
- Sports Physiotherapy 1
- Sports Physiotherapy 2
- Dissertation
DISCOVER
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Career Prospects
The MSc Sports Physiotherapy is aimed at Physiotherapy graduates and professionals who wish to evolve and advance their expertise and skills in the field. The programme’s graduates enhance their competitiveness as Physiotherapists, both academically and in the clinical sector, and can work in:
- rehabilitation centres
- sport organisations
- hospitals
- private speech and language therapy centres
- institutions for children with special needs
- NGOs
- schools
- research centres
Furthermore, they have the opportunity to continue their studies at a doctoral level in European Universities. If someone intends to move abroad, completion of this course facilitates obtaining the licence to practice the profession in another country.
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Entry Requirements
The MSc Sports Physiotherapy course is aimed at Physiotherapy graduates and professionals who wish to advance and evolve their expertise and skills in the field.
Required documentation:
- Copy of University degree issued by Greek or foreign Universities in Physiotherapy
- At least two years professional experience in the field (desirable not compulsory)
- Letters of Recommendation
- Copy of Identity Card
- Passport-sized photos
- Copy of English language certificate (if required)
- Other certificates/degrees
- MC Aplication Form
A personal interview complements the evaluation of the above documentation.
Candidates without a degree, but with relevant professional experience and proven knowledge of the subject matter are encouraged to apply.
