Background to the
program The
Master of Science programme in physiotherapy/ neuromusculoskeletal is directed
to physiotherapy graduates. It includes both thesis and non-thesis tracks. The
program aims to provide students with advanced evidence-based practical and
clinical skills. It enables students to broaden their perspective regarding the
theoretical knowledge, practical and clinical skills in musculoskeletal and
neurological physiotherapy. The program focuses on these specialities since
they are the most common worldwide, they result in high direct and indirect
costs, and significantly affects function and quality of life.
The
program encourages physiotherapists to develop evidence based treatment plans
and high quality services for musculoskeletal and neurological disorders and
provides the public and private sectors with qualified physiotherapists to
cover national and regional needs.
Vision and Mission
Vision:
Achieve excellence and leadership in physiotherapy practice
and research on the national and regional levels
Mission:
Provide the public and private sectors with qualified graduates able to take leadership,
scientific and teaching roles by providing them with the theoretical knowledge,
practical and research skills in musculoskeletal and neurological physiotherapy
which would improve physiotherapy services and develop the physical therapy sector nationally and regionally.
Program aims
1-
To develop the students’ skills in musculoskeletal and neurological
physiotherapy in order to cover the national, regional, and international needs
in the private and public sectors and academia
2- To
contribute to the role of The University of Jordan in providing higher
education programs with outcomes that contribute to society