The Department was established in the University in August 1994 and since that date staff have worked towards consolidation of the undergraduate course, development of research activity and expansion of the postgraduate portfolio. Keele University is a research-led, teaching university situated within beautiful campus grounds. There is a full range of social and sporting facilities provided by the Student s Union of which students take full advantage. The Undergraduate course is the primary focus of departmental activity and 56 students are admitted each academic year.
Students balance the demands of the course well and staff support and facilitate learning.
The programme is structured to develop progressive levels of autonomy throughout the three years, ensuring that graduates are well prepared for the dynamic and constantly changing health care environment. The postgraduate portfolio comprises both taught and research elements. The taught component comprises the MSc in Neuromusculoskeletal Health Care and the Postgraduate Certificate in Rheumatological Conditions. Future postgraduate developments include the addition of further optional modules and flexible routes through the current programme allowing for therapists with other areas of interest to gain a postgraduate qualification. The department houses the Clinical Trials Co-ordinator in physiotherapy for the West Midlands Region.