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  • Qualification

    PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

  • Location

    Falmer

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    04-OCT-27

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

As a Physiotherapy PhD student at the University of Brighton in the UK you will be able to draw on research approaches across a range of musculoskeletal, cardiorespiratory, neurological and other rehabilitation fields, including (though not limited to) exercise prescription, mobility, assistive technology and efficacy of therapeutic interventions and approaches.. We foster research into clinical practice and effects of treatment modalities, the therapeutic relationship, patient views in relation to conditions and treatment received as well as issues relating to practitioners. We are also interested in the field of therapeutic exercise. Research can be based in clinical or laboratory settings and can involve qualitative as well as quantitative approaches. There is also a strong educational area of research exploring pedagogy and practice in physiotherapy. Graduates with a PhD in physiotherapy from the University of Brighton proceed to jobs in various organisations including NIHR, NHS, university lecturer posts and consultancy.

Tuition fees

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£ 16,980per year

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University information

University of Brighton

University of Brighton

  • University League Table

    104th

  • Campus address

    Brighton, Mithras House, Lewes Road, Brighton, Brighton & Hove, BN2 4AT, United Kingdom

The University of Brighton is based in one of the most diverse and happiest cities in the UK (Time Out).
Students at Brighton have plenty of fun! From trips to the beach, to nights out in town, to exploring the independent shops and cafes.
The university values all achievements and experiences and accepts a range of qualifications when making offers.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    31st out of 48 4

  • Entry standards

    / Max 202
    129 64%

    36th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    94.0 94%

    19th

    1
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.37 84%

    12th

    7

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