Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Master's Program with Thesis
General Description
The Department of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation was established in 2025 within the Faculty of Health Sciences of Bursa Uludağ University and accepted its first students in the spring semester of 2024-2025.
Upon successful completion of a total of 120 ECTS courses within the scope of the course curriculum, a "SCIENCE EXPERT" degree in the field of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation is obtained.
Third Cycle
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Specific Admission Requirements
Bachelor´s degree: A bachelor´s degree in Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation or an equivalent program is required for the program´s graduate quota.
Bachelor´s degree grade point average: A minimum of 2.25 on a 4-point scale and a minimum of 59.16 on a 100-point scale.
ALES or equivalent score must be obtained from exams recognized by the Council of Higher Education (YÖK).
Foreign Language Exam: A minimum score of 55 or equivalent on foreign language exams defined by YÖK.
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Specific arrangements for the recognition of prior learning
The provisions in “Regulation on Transfer among Associate and Undergraduate Degree Programs, Double Major, and Subspecialty and the Principals of Credit Transfer among Institutions in Higher Education Institutions” are applied.
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Qualification Requirements and Regulations
Students who are successful in the thesis exam are entitled to receive a Master´s degree by completing a course load of at least 120 ECTS (including thesis) and all assessment and evaluation requirements.
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Profile of The Programme
“Program graduates are trained as individuals who have advanced knowledge in the field of physiotherapy and rehabilitation, can conduct research, use scientific evidence in clinical practice, and can lead in academic or professional fields.”
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Key Learning Outcomes - TYYÇ - TAY Relationship
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Possesses advanced knowledge of physiotherapy assessment and treatment methods
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Integrates knowledge into clinical problem-solving
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Performs patient-specific assessment
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Modifies or maintains treatment programs when needed
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Takes professional responsibility in clinical practice
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Participates in scientific research and interprets data
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Adheres to ethical and evidence-based practice principles
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Occupational Profiles of Graduates With Examples
They can work as specialist physiotherapists, clinical coordinators, or rehabilitation consultants in public and private hospitals.
They can pursue academic careers as research assistants, lecturers, or doctoral students at universities.
They can contribute to the development of evidence-based practices in the field of physiotherapy by participating in scientific research.
They are likely to participate in research projects under programs such as TÜBİTAK, YÖK, and Erasmus+.
They can plan exercise programs for the elderly or those with chronic diseases in wellness centers run by municipalities or public institutions.
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Access to Further Studies
Specialist Physiotherapists who have completed their master´s degree can apply for the doctoral program.
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Examination Regulations, Assessment and Grading
Different types of exams are administered: midterm exam,
Quiz or homework assignment,
Mid-term project or presentation,
Final exam,
Thesis follow-up exam, and thesis defense.
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Graduation Requirements
Students who are successful in the thesis exam are entitled to receive a Master´s degree by completing a course load of at least 120 ECTS (including thesis) and all assessment and evaluation requirements.
Full-Time
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Address and Contact Details
Bursa Uludağ Üniversitesi, Sağlık Bilimleri Enstitüsü, Fizyoterapi ve Rehabilitasyon Anabilim Dalı.
Students can benefit from the institute´s and department´s laboratories, clinical practice areas, and research centers.
Students can put their theoretical knowledge into practice through clinical and laboratory-based applications.
Opportunities to participate in research projects are offered through TÜBİTAK, university-supported projects, and international collaborations.
As part of the program, students develop their clinical decision-making skills through multidisciplinary teamwork and case discussions.
Students can receive support for international scientific congresses, symposiums, and article publication processes.
