Description 

Responding to the needs of the contemporary Greek Physiotherapist, the MSc Physiotherapy programme is the first postgraduate degree in Physiotherapy offered in Greece. The programme aims at providing specialized curriculum in the research and critical assessment of the Physiotherapy science. Renowned scientists from diverse fields of assessment and rehabilitation ensure that the programme is in line with the contemporary international scientific and educational standards. The main objective of the programme is the cultivation of a critical and investigative spirit in the contemporary physiotherapeutic considerations and acts. One of the additional benefits of the postgraduate programme is the collaboration of Metropolitan College with laboratories specialized in Biomechanics and human work assessment in Athens and Thessaloniki. The modules on “Muscles, Motion and Exercise” and “Gait, Posture and Balance” as well as the “Dissertation” are partly taught in these laboratories.

Duration: 1 year
Language of instruction: Greek

Modules

• • • Foundations in Research
    • Evaluation of Interventions in Practice
    • Clinical Reasoning
    • Major Dissertation

    • Electives (choose 1 out of 3)

    • Muscles, Movement & Exercise
    • Gait, Balance & Posture
    • Evaluating Application of Electrophysical Agents in Practice

Career Prospects

The MSc Physiotherapy is addressed to graduates and professional Physiotherapists, who wish to develop and consolidate their knowledge and skills in this field. The programme graduates increase their competitiveness as Physiotherapists, both academically and clinically. Furthermore, the completion of the programme facilitates the process of obtaining the relevant professional license in order to practice Physiotherapy in another country.

Admission Requirements

The MSc Physiotherapy programme is addressed to graduates and professional Physiotherapists who wish to become more competitive in their field.

Required documentation:

• • Copy of University degree issued by Greek or foreign Universities in Physiotherapy
    
  • At least two years professional experience in the field (desirable not compulsory)
    
  • Letters of Recommendation
    
  • Copy of Identity Card
    
  • Passport-sized photos
    
  • Copy of English language certificate (if required)
    
  • Other certificates/degrees
    
  • AMC Aplication Form

A personal interview complements the evaluation of the above documentation.

Candidates without a degree, but with relevant professional experience and proven knowledge of the subject matter are encouraged to apply.

Academic Staff

The academic staff of the School of Health consists of distinguished lecturers, holders of Masters and PhD degrees with extensive research and clinical work, teaching experience at Greek and foreign Universities plus professional recognition in their field of expertise.

In their majority they also work in clinics, hospitals, private companies, etc as experienced health professionals (physiotherapists, occupational therapists, speech and language therapists, dieteticians, medical doctors, etc) who can familiarize students with the latest methods and help them put to practice the theoretical knowledge they acquire in class.