Master of Science in Physiotherapy
The learner will qualify to be a registered, independent professional who: - Applies evidence-based physical and holistic approaches that will include core skills as Therapeutic Exercise, Manual Therapy, Electrotherapy to prevent and rehabilitate physical disablement and promote and maintain physical and psychosocial well-being in multi-disciplinary settings.
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Qualification type
Master's Degree
Credits
180
Sub-framework
HEQSF - Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework
Providers listed
1
Qualification snapshot
Official qualification identity fields captured from the qualification record.
Originator
University of the Western Cape
Quality assurance functionary
CHE - Council on Higher Education
Field
Field 09 - Health Sciences and Social Services
Subfield
Rehabilitative Health/Services
Qual class
Regular-Provider-ELOAC
Recognise previous learning
Y
Important dates
These dates are carried directly from the qualification record.
Registration start
2024-07-01
Registration end
2027-06-30
Last date for enrolment
2028-06-30
Last date for achievement
2031-06-30
Purpose and entry context
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Purpose and rationale
The learner will qualify to be a registered, independent professional who
- Applies evidence-based physical and holistic approaches that will include core skills as Therapeutic Exercise, Manual Therapy, Electrotherapy to prevent and rehabilitate physical disablement and promote and maintain physical and psychosocial well-being in multi-disciplinary settings.
- Is flexible and adaptable in implementing evidence-based practice to serve the multicultural health care needs of the country and the region.
- Can take up the leadership role in the profession.
Entry requirements and RPL
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
The institution conducts RPL in terms of the policy and guidelines of the institution to recognise other forms of formal, informal and non-formal learning and experience. In cases where learners do not comply with the formal admission requirements, the institution applies its RPL policy.
Entry requirements
The minimum entry requirement for this qualification is
- Bachelor of Science Honours in Physiotherapy, NQF Level 8.
Or
- Postgraduate Diploma in Physiotherapy, NQF Level 8.
Structure and assessment
Qualification rules, exit outcomes, and assessment criteria from the SAQA record.
Exit level outcomes
- Undertake complex research by conceptualising, planning, undertaking and reporting on an approved research project.
- Identifying and solving problems in which responses indicate that responsible decisions using critical and creative thinking have been made.
- Work effectively with others as a member of a team, group, organisation or community.
- Organising and managing oneself and one's activities responsibly and effectively.
- Collecting, analysing, organising and critically evaluating information.
- Communicating effectively using visual, mathematical and language skills in the modes of oral and written persuasion.
- Using science and technology effectively and critically, showing responsibility towards the environment and health of others.
- Being culturally sensitive across a range of social contexts.
Associated assessment criteria
Integrated assessment
- Learners present research seminars.
- Research proposals are submitted through appropriate faculty structure to Senate Higher Degrees Committee for approval.
Progression and comparability
Articulation options
This qualification offers both possibilities of horizontal and vertical articulation.
Horizontal Articulation
- Master of Science, Level 9.
Vertical Articulation
- Doctor of Philosophy in Physiotherapy, Level 10.
International comparability
This qualification compares with the following international qualifications in terms of the range of competencies in the learning content offered.
Notes
As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this qualification was Reregistered in 2006; 2009; 2012; 2015.
NOTES
N/A
Providers currently listed
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