Physiotherapy (pre-registration) Msc

[Sammy2012]

Hi there,
I went to see the admissions tutor and asked her advise on improving my chances of getting in and was advised to do health science related modules or some kind of access course.
I am studying Human Biology (SK277) at the moment.. I did register for 2 others but ended up struggling to fit it all in around work so decided to cancel for the mean time and just stick with the one. I did get an interview but unfortunately was not offered a place this year. So I'm just going to continue studying through the OU to get as much science as possible under my belt, and try to get as much work experience as possible.
Before the interview I had done 3 work experience placements and they seemed pleased with that. Their main concerns were that I had no real background in science, apart from that which I'm currently studying, and that I'm not actually working in health care or anything related. I'm considering trying to get a few hours health care work per week or something.
I'll definitely be trying again for next year.
Best of luck with whichever route you choose!

Sammy

[jgray6]

Hi

Thanks for getting back to me so quickly that's really helpful, I've signed up for the OU modules and got my first day shadowing coming up in a few weeks. Are you planning on applying for the MSC again or the undergarduate?

Can I also ask do you know if the msc pre registration is funded or not?

James

[Sammy2012]

Hi again..

I am seriously considering applying for the undergraduate next time.. mainly because I've been advised as to how intense the pre-reg Msc is, i.e., full time 4 to 5 days, 8-4 or 9-5 pw and, if I remember correctly around 1000 hrs clinical placements, + all the work you're required to do at home.
As I am now expecting a baby..something so 'full time' would not really be an option for me, certainly not over the next year or two anyway. Both routes lead to qualifying as a physiotherapist anyway so it's really down to which suits you more.
Re the funding, I was advised that at the moment the Msc is funded but this is currently under review and may be subject to change.
Hope this helps a bit! I wasn't trying to put you off the Msc by the way.. If I had no plans for babies in the near future I would definitely go for the Msc. I'm sure there are those who manage it whilst pregnant and/or with a new born baby but unfortunately, I don't think I'd be one of them.

Regards,

Sammy