Overview

The Physiotherapy by Professional Practice programme at Manchester Metropolitan University is research based. You will independently conduct research into your own topic or a topic that we advertise. Your supervisory team will offer expert guidance throughout your studies and review work in progress.

Each year, you will follow a programme of training and development to enhance your research methods, subject-matter expertise and professional skills.

Career Prospects

A research degree with us can help you to deepen your professional practice, or prepare you for pursuing a new career within the health and social care sectors. Qualified therapists often begin careers within the NHS, although our graduates are equipped with skills and knowledge for a wide range of roles.

Programme Structure

Areas of supervisory expertise

Neurology

Clinical and economic outcomes

Musculoskeletal Health and wellbeing (Spine, Shoulder, Knee)

Biomechanics

Quantitative and Qualitative Research - Methodologies

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months
Part-time
- 72 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-04-27 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.
Starting 2026-09-22 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.
Starting 2027-01-19 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Manchester, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Public Health Physiotherapy Health Sciences View 64 other PhDs in Public Health in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants for PhD should normally hold a first or upper second class (2:1) honours degree from a UK university or an equivalent qualification. Or, a lower second class (2:2) honours degree with a masters degree at merit level from a UK university or an equivalent qualification.

Overseas students will need an overall IELTS (International English Language Testing System) score of 6.5 with minimum sub-scores of 6.0 in all component sections (writing, reading, listening and speaking).

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

22500 GBP / year

≈ 22500 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

5006 GBP / year

≈ 5006 GBP / year

Living costs

Manchester

United Kingdom

645 - 1197 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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