Physiotherapy MSc (Pre-registration) Welcome Pack
Welcome to MSc Physiotherapy (Pre-registration) – January 2026
A very warm welcome to the University of Northampton! We are delighted that you have chosen to join us for your MSc in Physiotherapy (Pre-registration). You are joining a community dedicated to developing not just your clinical skills, but your ability to think critically and solve complex problems in a rapidly changing healthcare environment.
Over the next two years, we will work together to transition you from a student into a confident, contemporary practitioner. You can expect a hands-on, active learning experience where you will collaborate closely with your peers, service users, and our academic team. Our focus is on empowering you to become a holistic, patient-centred physiotherapist ready to make a real difference in people’s lives. We look forward to meeting you in January and starting this exciting journey together.
Your Course Leader
Dr. Rida Wahba
Senior Lecturer in Physiotherapy
Welcome and induction sessions
A very warm welcome to the University of Northampton from the physiotherapy course team!
Please note that attendance is expected for the full week commencing 26 January 2026. All sessions will take place on campus, in the Learning Hub.
Any questions or concerns regarding your enrolment, including compliance, fees etc, please contact admissions@northampton.ac.uk or if you have specific questions for the academic team of the MSc (Pre-Registration Physiotherapy course, please contact physioadmissions@northampton.ac.uk
You can find information on the Physiotherapy profession, University Support and Wellbeing Resources, reflective exercises, Tips from your academic team and FAQs on our Pre-Induction Padlet
Session: Enrolment (Self-directed)
- Time: 9.30–11.30am (GMT)
- Location: Learning Hub, Ground Floor, Waterside campus
Special instructions: Self-directed enrolment via Student Services.
Session: Welcome / Team Building / Forms
- Time: 9.30–11.30am (GMT)
- Location: LH017, Learning Hub
Special instructions: No need to bring anything in particular, a method of taking notes is advised.
Session: Library & Literature Search Induction
- Time: 1.00–2.00pm (GMT)
- Location: LH017, Learning Hub
Special instructions: It is advised to bring the device you will be using to log into the online learning environment and library services. Joint OT/PT session
Session: Becoming a Professional
- Time: 2.30–3.30pm (GMT)
- Location: LH017, Learning Hub
Special instructions: Joint OT/PT session
Session: Introduction to General IT Skills
- Time: 9.30–10.30am (GMT)
- Location: LH017, Learning Hub
Special instructions: It is advised to bring the device you will be using to log into the online learning environment and library services. Joint OT/PT session.
Session: Introduction to NILE
- Time: 10.30–11.30am (GMT)
- Location: LH017, Learning Hub
Special instructions: It is advised to bring the device you will be using to log into the online learning environment and library services. This is a “Follow along” session.
Session: Introduction to Placements
- Time: 11.30am–12.30pm (GMT)
- Location: LH017, Learning Hub
Session: Using AI Ethically
- Time: 1.00–2.00pm (GMT)
- Location: LH017, Learning Hub
Special instructions: Joint OT/PT session.
Session: Cross-Cohort Session
- Time: 2.30–3.30pm (GMT)
- Location: LH017, Learning Hub
Special instructions: January 2025 cohort students joining.
Session: Introduction to Assessments
- Time: 3.30–4.15pm (GMT)
- Location: LH017, Learning Hub
Session: How to Read an Academic Paper
- Time: 9.30–10.30am (GMT)
- Location: LH017, Learning Hub
Special instructions: Joint OT/PT session.
Session: Prioritisation & Time Management Skills
- Time: 10.30–11.30am (GMT)
- Location: LH017, Learning Hub
Special instructions: Bring your devices/notebooks. It is advised to use the induction week information to make an initial study plan for the semester before joining this session.
Session: Resilience
- Time: 1 – 2.30pm (GMT)
- Location: LH017, Learning Hub
Special instructions: Joint OT/PT session.
Session: EDI
- Time: 2.45–3.45pm (GMT)
- Location: LH017, Learning Hub
Special instructions: Joint OT/PT session.
Session: Induction Drop-In Clinic
- Time: 4–4.30pm (GMT)
- Location: LH017, Learning Hub
Special instructions: Includes international student support. This is for any last-minute questions.
Session: Self-Directed Study
- Time: All day
Preparation/Equipment/Reading Lists
Pre-Induction Workbooks: To help you hit the ground running, we have prepared sample workbooks that introduce some of the core concepts for your Semester 1 modules. These are designed for self-directed study, allowing you to familiarize yourself with our Active Blended Learning (ABL) approach at your own pace before term starts.
We encourage you to look through these prior to induction week:
Enhancing skills, building networks, and engaging in the wider University community
We encourage you to engage with Student Futures activities alongside your core modules. These are specifically designed to enhance your teamwork and leadership skills—vital attributes for a successful physiotherapist.
Participating in these activities will not only help you understand the wider needs of our community but can also lead to an Employability Award upon completion. You will also have full access to training relevant to your clinical practice, such as manual handling and basic life support courses, which we will guide you toward once you arrive.