Physiotherapy (Professional Qualification) - MSc Entry requirements

Qualify as a physiotherapist with UL’s MSc in Physiotherapy. Gain hands-on clinical experience and CORU-approved accreditation.

EU fees per year €13,300

Non-EU fees per year €26,700

NFQ Level NFQ Level 9 Major

Duration Two years

Attendance Full-time

Programme type Taught

Delivery In-person

Start date August

Award Masters (MSc)

Application end date 2 April 2027

Requirements

Applicants should hold a bachelor’s degree (NFQ Level 8)) with at least a second-class honours, grade 2 (2:2) in any discipline.
If you meet this requirement, the GAMSAT (Graduate Medical School Admission Test) will be used as the only way to select students for this programme.
Students in their final undergraduate year can apply but must show they meet all entry requirements by the end of June in the year the programme starts.
Successful applicants must complete Garda vetting, health screening, CPR certification and vaccinations before placement (any costs will be covered by the student). More information on Student Vetting

North American applicants should apply through Atlantic Bridge, submitting a cover letter and CV via their application portal.
International applicants, outside of EU and North America, should apply directly. The university will shortlist and invite you to an interview. 
If English is not your first language and you have not studied in an English-speaking country, you must have an acceptable English Language qualification. An IELTS score of 7.5 with no less than 7.0 in any component is required.
For details on country-specific qualifications visit postgraduate entry requirements for international students.

Academic transcripts and certificates, translated if needed
- UL graduates only need to provide their student ID
GAMSAT ID number.
GAMSAT test score (if available)
Copy of your birth certificate or passport
English translation of your qualifications and transcripts

To make sure we can review your application quickly, please:
- Upload all documents. Your application can’t be reviewed until we have all the documents on the checklist.
- Title the documents you are uploading. For example, "Personal Statement", "Undergraduate Transcript", "Postgraduate Transcript", "English Language Certificate" etc.
*If you are waiting to graduate, submit your application with the documents you have to date, you don’t need to have finished final exams before applying.