Rehabilitation (Musculoskeletal, Neurological, Posture Management pathways) - 2012 entry

Course content

The rehabilitation process involves many people from a range of disciplines, all centred around the disabled person. For rehabilitation to be effective, this group of people must function as a team, engaged in collaborative goal planning and focusing on the disabled person and their family. For professionals to comprehend the complexity of the rehabilitation process they need a knowledge base that encompasses the diverse theoretical and professional perspectives in the field, and which gives them the scope to study aspects of the rehabilitation process that may relate to their own professional perspective.

For all awards there are three compulsory modules:

• Rehabilitation, Concepts, Theories and Practical Applications provides you with the opportunity to critically appraise evidence relevant to rehabilitation concepts and related theoretical frameworks. You will have the opportunity to reflect on the rehabilitation process, making creative/innovative responses to complex and challenging situations in rehabilitation practice. Teaching takes place in Semester 1 (September start) in a blended learning format consisting of a workbook with exercises to work through, seminars running on Tuesdays in alternate weeks, and using Brookes Virtual, our virtual learning environment.
• Physiological Bases to Musculoskeletal and Neurological Rehabilitation Practice enables you to deepen your understanding of anatomical, physiological and patho-physiological bases underpinning either musculoskeletal or neurological rehabilitation. Teaching takes place in Semester 1 with seminars running on Tuesdays in alternate weeks, and communication via Brookes Virtual.
• Advanced Rehabilitation explores rehabilitation practice in more depth, taking either a neurological or a musculoskeletal focus. You will build on your assessment and technical skills in the field of musculoskeletal or neurological rehabilitation. The emphasis of this module is on clinical reasoning frameworks in exploring rehabilitation practice. Teaching takes place in Semester 2 (January start) in a blended-learning format with a workbook and seminars running on Tuesdays in alternate weeks, and communication via Brookes Virtual. 

Plus:

• Disability: The Nature and Experience will enable you to gain a greater understanding of different models and perspectives of disability and to consider the influences of culture, lifestyle, social practice and expectations placed on disabled people. You will have the opportunity to consider the ways in which health care professionals interact with 'people with a disability', their carers and their environment in order to promote independence, empower their clients and promote positive health outcomes. Teaching takes place in Semester 2 in a blended-learning format with a workbook and seminars running on Tuesdays in alternate weeks and communication via Brookes Virtual.

Or:

• Work-based Learning enables you to gain recognition and academic credit for learning gained through professional practice or employment. You will develop a work-based learning contract which specifies the learning outcomes to be achieved, the learning activities, the resources required, and the evidence of achievement which will be assessed. This can be taken in any semester. There is no taught component.
• Advanced Research is compulsory for the PGDip and MSc. This module will enable you to understand the relationship between methodology and method, and to appreciate the philosophical and theoretical underpinning of research-related decisions and their practical application. This module runs in Semester 1 and Semester 2 and can be taken in a distance learning format.

A Dissertation is compulsory for the MSc.

The PGCert (neurological and musculoskeletal pathways) consists of the three compulsory rehabilitation modules.

The PGDip (neurological and musculoskeletal pathways) consists of the three compulsory rehabilitation modules, plus the Advanced Research module and two acceptable modules.

There are a number of acceptable modules available for you to choose from, including: Leadership in Health and Social Care, Health Promotion, Epidemiology, Occupational Therapy and Independent Study. The posture management pathway consists of Rehabilitation, Concepts, Theories and Practical Applications; Advanced Research; and one acceptable module.

The MSc consists of the modules specified for the PGDip, plus the dissertation, which is equivalent to three modules.

You may take any of the compulsory rehabilitation modules individually as part of your own continuing professional development.

Please note: as courses are reviewed regularly, the list of modules may vary from that shown here.

Faculty

Faculty of Health and Life Sciences

Department

Department of Sport and Health Sciences

Course length

Full-time: MSc: 12 months
Part-time: MSc: up to 3 years. For PGDip and PGCert, please contact the Programme Administrator.

Teaching location

Headington Campus, Marston Road site

Start date

September 2012
January 2013

UKPASS code

P022524

Entry requirements

You should:

• Hold a UK or overseas degree from a recognised institution, or an equivalent professional or other qualification
• Normally be registered as a health or social care professional
• Have at least six months' post-qualification experience.

Note: The university offers a pre-master's programme which has been designed to fully prepare you for your future master's course if:

• Your undergraduate qualifications do not meet the level required for postgraduate study
• You wish to take a master's in a subject that is different from your undergraduate degree
• You need to improve your study skills and use of academic English.

Please visit the main Oxford Brookes web pages for more information.

Scholarships and funding

A limited number of scholarships are offered by Oxford Brookes University. Applicants who have been offered a full-time place on this master’s course are eligible to apply for the following scholarships: -

John Henry Brookes Scholarship

The John Henry Brookes Scholarship is awarded to home/EU and international applicants for academic excellence. Each scholarship will be paid towards the tuition fee for a taught master's degree. The awards do not include a maintenance grant.

Abbey Santander Scholarships

Abbey, part of the Santander Group, will be awarding scholarships to new master's students wishing to study at Oxford Brookes University. The scholarships are awarded to applicants from 11 specific countries. For more information on eligibility and how to apply, see the university website.

Funding

If you are a UK applicant, you may be eligible for funding or sponsorship to undertake the course through your local strategic health authority, your employer, or another source (note: these sources are not open to international students). Self-funding applicants are also welcome to apply.

General sources of information about finance and financial support for international applicants can be found at: www.brookes.ac.uk/international/finance

All applicants (UK, EU and international) will be required to provide details of their funding arrangements prior to enrolment on the course.

For general sources of financial support, see:

• funding for students from the UK and EU
• funding for students from outside the EU

Why Oxford is a great place to study Rehabilitation (Musculoskeletal, Neurological, Posture Management pathways)

Oxford has an excellent reputation for neurological and musculoskeletal  rehabilitation with the Oxford Enablement Centre and the Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre. These are both international  centres of excellence with high research profiles. Professionals from both of these centres are involved in the programme and students have the opportunity to attend research seminars at both centres.

Support for students studying Rehabilitation (Musculoskeletal, Neurological, Posture Management pathways)

All our courses adopt a student-centred approach to teaching and learning and are strongly focused on encouraging you to attain your full potential as lifelong learners.

There is a range of support mechanisms for students, such as academic advisers, who will facilitate your academic development, and student support co-ordinators, who provide a drop-in service for queries about any aspect of student life, covering both academic and personal welfare.

The university’s support services include Upgrade, which provides advice on study skills such as planning and writing essays, assignments and dissertations, research, or preparing for an exam. They also give advice on statistics and maths. There is a dedicated Student Disability and Dyslexia Service, which provides support for students with disabilities including sensory and mobility impairments, dyslexia and other specific learning difficulties, mental health problems and medical conditions. Here, staff offer advice and support on a range of issues, including physical access, funding, alternative assessment arrangements and liaison with teaching staff to ensure that they are aware of your requirements.

EU/International students

As a new EU or international student you will join the Academic and Cultural Orientation Programme, which has been set up to enable you to make a smooth transition into study at the university. Within the sessions, you will explore the culture of the university, which will assist you in developing the appropriate academic skills required for your programme of study. The university also provides a comprehensive range of support networks and services to EU/international students. For more information, go to www.brookes.ac.uk/international/support

How Brookes supports postgraduate students

Supporting your learning

From academic advisers and support co-ordinators to specialist subject librarians and other learning support staff, we want to ensure that you get the best out of your studies.

Personal support services

We want your time at Brookes to be as enjoyable and successful as possible. That's why we provide all the facilities you need to be relaxed, happy and healthy throughout your studies.

Research excellence

We have a number of both promising and experienced researchers working in established areas including cancer care, children and families, drugs and alcohol, physical rehabilitation and enablement and interprofessional education & collaborative practice. Over the past few years, these researchers have won external research and consultancy contracts including grants, fellowships and studentships for NHS staff. Our research staff collaborate with researchers from across Oxford Brookes University, with researchers from the Institute of Health Sciences at Oxford University, and with research teams from many other UK and international centres.

The course team consists of a diverse range of professionals, all experienced in neurological or musculoskeletal rehabilitation. There is a strong focus on rehabilitation research. Members of the team are involved in publishing rehabilitation books and sit on editorial boards of rehabilitation journals. They are also involved in key rehabilitation conferences.

We are very pleased with the results received in the 2008 Research Assessment Exercise (RAE). 70% of our research in Allied Health Professions and Studies was rated as being of international significance in the assessment of research, of which 10% was rated as world-leading. The university has been careful to nurture emerging research strengths, and the international standing achieved by subjects allied to health demonstrates significant progress since 2001.

For more details about our research portfolio, go to our website