Program Overview
The Physiotherapy at University of Cape Town is a MSc programme in Humanities over 12 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 humanities. 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 Physiotherapy programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across South Africa and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: USD 3,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 1,570 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Cape Town, South Africa
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Physiotherapy programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
An applicant to the MSc (Physiotherapy) must have a BSc (Physiotherapy) degree.
As part of the application process, the Division of Physiotherapy requires the submission of a brief outline of a proposed study. Although a thesis supervisor will provide formal guidance and input in refining the research question and study design, at a Masters level it is expected that the student should have identified a specific research area of interest or a potential research question.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 3,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 1,570 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 3,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 1,570 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Cape Town 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.
About University of Cape Town
University of Cape Town
Cape Town, South Africa
University of Cape Town is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 12 months