Teaching and education

RCSI School of Physiotherapy is focused on providing the highest standard of education for physiotherapy professionals by delivering a student-centric and patient-focussed curriculum. Our School offers both Undergraduate and Postgraduate programmes to reflect the needs of the future physiotherapy workforce.

The teaching staff in the School of Physiotherapy include clinical specialist physiotherapists and internationally-renowned research experts with contribution from expertise across RCSI in the basic sciences, psychology, population health, data sciences and pharmacology. We deliver Undergraduate and Postgraduate programmes, equipping our graduates with the knowledge and skills to positively impact on people’s lives, and become innovators and leaders of the future.

RCSI provides the opportunity to study physiotherapy in a multidisciplinary healthcare environment and amongst an international student body. Our BSc in Physiotherapy is a four-year degree programme for school leavers (three years for graduate entry).

The programme provides an integrated approach to physiotherapy in academic and clinical settings, with a focus on evidence-based practice, critical thinking, professionalism and life-long learning skills. A variety of teaching methods are utilised to support these concepts including lectures, seminars, tutorials, practical workshops, case presentations, small group discussions and practice placements. 

Teaching Physiotherapy

The BSc programme is delivered by enthusiastic, experienced staff, many of whom are active researchers and/or senior physiotherapists.

On successful completion of the Physiotherapy programme at RCSI, graduates are eligible to apply for registration as a physiotherapist in Ireland with CORU the Health and Social Care Professions Regulator, and for membership of the Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapists, a member organisation of the World Confederation for Physical Therapy (WCPT). Our graduates are currently employed in various clinical locations both in Ireland and internationally including the UK, USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and Singapore.

On the MSc in Advanced Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy you'll learn from experts from a range of disciplines who promote interdisciplinary learning and practice.

You will also develop the knowledge, skills and understanding required to fulfil a role in the rehabilitation of people with neurological conditions, including children, young people and adults.

At postgraduate level, the School of Physiotherapy offers an MSc, PgDip and PgCert in Rehabilitation where you'll learn from experts from a range of disciplines who promote interdisciplinary learning and practice.

These courses are designed for healthcare professionals and are particularly suitable for those who want to assume a management and leadership position in the care of older people and neurological rehabilitation.

Explore the programmes below:

We also offer a range of micro-credential courses which offer a convenient path to achieve your educational goals and obtain credit-bearing qualifications.

All of our online micro-credential courses have been designed to support postgraduate learners in advancing their academic knowledge, professional skillset and career options.

Discover our micro-credentials courses below: