Dietetics,
Physiotherapy,
Podiatry and
Radiography
The disciplines of dietetics, physiotherapy,
podiatry and radiography fall under the largest
division at QMU.
The Division of Dietetics, Nutrition,
Biological Sciences, Physiotherapy,
Podiatry and Radiography (DPPR) is the
largest Division within the School of
Health Sciences and the University.
Within the School and DPPR, we have
extensive knowledge and skills in allied
health professional education as well as
the wider related sciences
Our proximity to Edinburgh city centre
positions us close to many of the leading
players in both national and local
government, as well as many large
hospitals, companies, research
laboratories and government offices. The
link to our hospital and private practice
partners across Scotland is essential to
ensure that our students have access to
the high-quality placement experiences
that are at the core of their training with
us.
Many of our courses reflect the fact that
QMU is a major player in postgraduate
education and staff have very close links
with the professions across Scotland, for
example opportunities to work in
Scotland’s cancer centres, or to work
with students from another Scottish
university, and the rest of the UK.
Additionally some of our courses, such
as Medical Imaging, offer named routes
within it and thus may be of of interest to
both radiographers and other healthcare
professionals.
Postgraduate Pre-Registration master’s
courses
These full-time two year courses are for
graduates who wish to continue their
education to master’s level in order to
become qualified practitioners in their
chosen profession. Completing these
courses means that students are eligible
to apply for registration with the Health
and Care Professions Council which
allows them to work in the United
Kingdom. These courses include
placements in the health fields.
Our Pre-Registration courses are:
• MSc Dietetics (Pre-Registration)
• MSc Physiotherapy (Pre-Registration)
• MSc Diagnostic Radiography
(Pre-Registration)
• MSc/PgDip Radiotherapy and
Oncology (Pre-Registration)
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Postgraduate Post-Registration master’s
courses
These courses are for students who are
already qualified practitioners who wish
to extend and develop their knowledge
and skills in more depth. Studying at this
level not only contributes to continuing
professional development but also
enhances professional and personal
development. For example, a master’s
level qualification may be an important
factor when applying for posts in
education, for furthering research
aspirations, or when applying for
specialist posts or positions outside the
United Kingdom
Our Post-Registration courses are:
• MSc Advancing Physiotherapy
Practice
• MSc Diabetes
• MSc Mammography (in conjunction
with Scottish Breast Screening
Centre)
• MSc Medical Imaging
• MSc Musculoskeletal Medicine (in
conjunction with the Society of
Musculoskeletal Medicine)