Master of Science in Physiotherapy

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The Master of Science in Physiotherapy (M.Sc. PT) programme at the University of Peradeniya aims to prepare physiotherapists to be evidence based, clinical decision makers who effectively communicate with and educate the patients. As lifelong learners, reflective practitioners and leaders, they will employ current concepts of physiotherapy practice through prevention and active engagement. Master of Science graduates will validate physiotherapy through research, serve the health care needs of the community, contribute to the advancement of the profession, and demonstrate ethical and legal practice. The Master of Science in Physiotherapy (M.Sc. PT) programme is a 60 credits course (SLQF Level - 10) and the duration of the programme is 02 years (04 semesters). The programme allows the students to acquire specialization in the selected subfield in physiotherapy. The specialization titles of the M.Sc. PT will be awarded as follows, depend on the subfield undertaken by the candidates.

Master of Science in Physiotherapy in Musculoskeletal Disorders and Sports (M.Sc. PT-MSS)
Master of Science in Physiotherapy in Neurological Disorders (M.Sc. PT-ND)
Master of Science in Physiotherapy in Cardio-Respiratory Disorders (M.Sc. PT-CRD)
Master of Science in Physiotherapy in Community Rehabilitation (M.Sc. PT-CMR)
Master of Science in Physiotherapy in Pediatrics (M.Sc. PT-Ped)

Entry Qualification

Student should have Bachelor’s degree in Physiotherapy (Minimum of four-year [120 credits]; Equal to SLQF level 06) from a UGC recognized university/institution in Sri Lanka or abroad to apply for the MSc in Physiotherapy programme

Candidates will be selected through an interview