Health and Rehabilitation Sciences with a Concentration in Physical Therapy
University of PittsburghProgram Overview
The Health and Rehabilitation Sciences with a Concentration in Physical Therapy at University of Pittsburgh is a MSc programme in Medicine & Health Sciences over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of medicine & health sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Health and Rehabilitation Sciences with a Concentration in Physical Therapy programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 35,904 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 21,748 (Tuition (Year)) — In-State students
- Location: Pittsburgh, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Health and Rehabilitation Sciences with a Concentration in Physical Therapy programme are prepared for diverse careers in medicine & health sciences:
- Healthcare Professional
- Clinical Researcher
- Health Policy Analyst
- Public Health Specialist
- Medical Writer
- Healthcare Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- HRS 2314 Fundamentals of Neuroscience for the Orthopedic Clinician, 4 credits
- HRS 2361 Evidence Based Practice - Clinical Considerations for the Lumbo Pelvic Spine, 3 credits
- HRS 2362 Evidence Based Practice - Clinical Considerations for the Lower Extremity, 3 credits
- HRS 2372 Advanced Clinical Practice, The Lower Quarter, 3 credits
- HRS 2307 Falls & Balance Dysfunction: PT Management and Intervention, 3 credits
- HRS 2308 Clinical Practice Seminar, 2 credits
- HRS 2380 Evidence Based Practice - Clinical Considerations for the Cervical and Thoracic Spine, 3 credits
- HRS 2381 Evidence Based Practice - Clinical Considerations for the Upper Extremity, 3 credits
- HRS 2372 Advanced Clinical Practice: The Lower Quarter, 3 credits
- HRS 2356 Concepts and Principles Related to Sensorimotor Control, 3 credits
- HRS 2373 Advanced Clinical Practice: The Upper Quarter, 3 creditsHRS 2907 Clinical Investigations, 2 credit
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
- A minimum grade point average (GPA) of 3.0\xc2\xa0from their entry-level professional physical therapy program (equivalent GPA determined via credential evaluation)
- Evidence of potential for success in a graduate program that can be demonstrated through past work experiences, continuing education, and letters of recommendation
- Apply online using the\xc2\xa0SHRS ApplyYourself application;
- Submit the application fee of $50 (US);
- Submit an essay\xc2\x97a description of educational and long-term professional goals;
- Submit three letters of recommendation. These references can be from a college instructor/professor, academic advisor, supervisor or employer, etc.\xc2\xa0
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 35,904 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 21,748 (Tuition (Year)) — In-State students
Tuition fees: USD 35,904 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 21,748 (Tuition (Year)) — In-State students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Pittsburgh directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
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Pittsburgh, United States
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University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months
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