BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy
School Of Health Sciences
Overview :
This programme is delivered by Capital International Foundation in New Cairo,
Egypt. It is validated by Queen Margaret University. Through the rigorous quality
assurance procedures, it is ensured that the programme has the same academic
standards as the equivalent award delivered by QMU.
Course Overview
- Delivery: On campus at CIF
- Duration: 4 years full-time
- Division: Health & Sciences
Physiotherapy Programme QMU-CIF
The Queen Margaret University BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy programme is 4-years, practice-based structure provides a high-quality, time-efficient alternative to longer programmes while maintaining international standards in Physiotherapy education, it’s contemporary, competency-based curriculum aligned with the Physiotherapy standards in the UK and mapped to the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF) without foundation year awarding Bachelor degree of physiotherapy with Honors. It emphasizes progressive clinical reasoning, evidence-based practice, and professional identity development that are highly relevant to advancing physiotherapy practice in Egypt.
The Key strengths include
Early and progressive clinical exposure,
improving readiness for practice
Integration of research and clinical reasoning,
strengthening evidence-based culture.
Focus on leadership and entrepreneurship
aligning with Egypt’s healthcare market.
Competency-based progression aligned with international standards
supporting global recognition.
The BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy programme delivered in partnership with Queen Margaret University is strategically justified by strong alignment with both UK and Egyptian higher education priorities. Egypt is a leading and rapidly growing hub for Transnational Education (TNE), supported by government policies such as the International Branch Campus framework and overseen by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, ensuring degree equivalence and national recognition.
The programme responds to increasing demand for internationally accredited education among students who are unable to study abroad, offering equitable access to a UK degree within Egypt.
Aligned with QMU’s global strategy, the programme enhances international partnerships and expands educational reach. Importantly, it prepares graduates with advanced clinical, research, leadership, and community health skills, enabling them to meet evolving healthcare needs and work across diverse professional settings locally and globally.
26-27 BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy structure
Year 1 (SCQF level 7)(120 credits)
| Semester One | Semester Two |
| Introduction to Professional Practice (7)(20) | Principles of rehabilitation (7)(20) |
| Academic Skills (7)(20) | Introduction to practice-based learning (7)(20) |
| Foundations of Physiotherapy 1 (7)(20) | Foundations of Physiotherapy 2 (7)(20) |
Year 2 (SCQF level 8)(120 credits)
| Semester One | Semester Two |
| Thriving in Professional Practice (8) (20) | Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy 1 (8)(20) |
| Kinesiology (8)(20) | Neurological Physiotherapy (8)(20) |
| Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapy (8)(20) | Practice Based Learning 1 including 6 weeks PBL (8)(20) |
Year 3 (SCQF level 9)(120 credits)
| Semester One | Semester Two |
| Complexity in Physiotherapy 1(9) (20) | Investigation of Practice (9)(20) |
| Research Methods (9)(20) | Applied Research Methods (9)(20) |
| Practice based learning 2 (9)(40) | Practice based learning 2 (9)(40) |
Year 4 (SCQF level 10)(120 credits)
| Semester One | Semester Two |
| Complexity in Physiotherapy 2 (10)(20) | Entrepreneurship and Leadership for Professional Practice (10)(20) |
| Professional Skills Development (10)(20) | Professional Skills Development (10)(20) |
| Applying skills of critical enquiry (project) (10)(40) | Applying skills of critical enquiry (project) (10)(40) |
| Practice based learning 3 (10)(20) | Practice based learning 3 (10)(20) |