Physical Therapy in Functional Education and Re-education (PTFER)
2,700 Tuition Fee/year
Programme overview
Main Subject
Health/Healthcare
Degree
Other
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
The Master's program “Physical Therapy in Functional Education and Re-education” (PTFER)” is a 2-year (4 semesters) professional degree offered by the Department of Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy within the Faculty of Movement, Sports and Health Sciences at Vasile Alecsandri University of Bacău.
The program is accredited by Romanian Agency for Quality Assurance in Higher Education and offered in full-time format, totaling 120 ECTS credits.
Level: Cycle II – Master's Degree Studies (According to the Bologna system structure: Bachelor's → Master's → Doctorate)
Type: Professional Master's Program. It is less a research-oriented master's, but rather a practical, applied program focused on developing professional skills in the field of rehabilitation and functional reeducation). The program create opportunities for professional development including steps in self-directed, lifelong learning in which all active physiotherapists engage to maintain and develop continued competence. Steps include needs assessment, followed by participation in learning activity, reflection, application, practice, and documentation.
Program Objectives This program aims to deepen knowledge and develop advanced competencies in the field of physiotherapy, training specialists who will able to:
- evaluate and diagnose motor dysfunctions;
- design and implement personalized programs for functional education and reeducation;
- apply modern neurologic and physical recovery methods in clinical and educational settings;
- integrate scientific research into professional practice.
The curriculum includes courses such as:
- Research Methodology in physiotherapy
- Lymphatic drainage
- Advanced Functional Assessment Techniques
- Intervention Strategies in Neuromotor Reeducation
- Applied proprio neuroceptiv facilitation (PNF) in neurological, ortopaedical, oncological or other pathological conditions
- Designing and Managing Recovery Programs
The program also includes practical internships and the completion of a master’s thesis.
Graduates will be qualified to work in:
-
Medical units and rehabilitation centers
-
Educational institutions and special education centers
-
Research programs in the field of motor sciences
-
Interdisciplinary projects promoting health and prevention
Programme overview
Main Subject
Health/Healthcare
Degree
Other
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
The Master's program “Physical Therapy in Functional Education and Re-education” (PTFER)” is a 2-year (4 semesters) professional degree offered by the Department of Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy within the Faculty of Movement, Sports and Health Sciences at Vasile Alecsandri University of Bacău.
The program is accredited by Romanian Agency for Quality Assurance in Higher Education and offered in full-time format, totaling 120 ECTS credits.
Level: Cycle II – Master's Degree Studies (According to the Bologna system structure: Bachelor's → Master's → Doctorate)
Type: Professional Master's Program. It is less a research-oriented master's, but rather a practical, applied program focused on developing professional skills in the field of rehabilitation and functional reeducation). The program create opportunities for professional development including steps in self-directed, lifelong learning in which all active physiotherapists engage to maintain and develop continued competence. Steps include needs assessment, followed by participation in learning activity, reflection, application, practice, and documentation.
Program Objectives This program aims to deepen knowledge and develop advanced competencies in the field of physiotherapy, training specialists who will able to:
- evaluate and diagnose motor dysfunctions;
- design and implement personalized programs for functional education and reeducation;
- apply modern neurologic and physical recovery methods in clinical and educational settings;
- integrate scientific research into professional practice.
The curriculum includes courses such as:
- Research Methodology in physiotherapy
- Lymphatic drainage
- Advanced Functional Assessment Techniques
- Intervention Strategies in Neuromotor Reeducation
- Applied proprio neuroceptiv facilitation (PNF) in neurological, ortopaedical, oncological or other pathological conditions
- Designing and Managing Recovery Programs
The program also includes practical internships and the completion of a master’s thesis.
Graduates will be qualified to work in:
-
Medical units and rehabilitation centers
-
Educational institutions and special education centers
-
Research programs in the field of motor sciences
-
Interdisciplinary projects promoting health and prevention
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
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Bachelor’s Degree: A recognized undergraduate degree in a relevant field such as Physiotherapy, Physical Education, Sports Science, or a related discipline.
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Academic Performance: Admission is competitive and based on academic merit. Evaluation criteria typically include:
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Overall undergraduate GPA
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Grades from the first and second years of undergraduate studies
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Performance in relevant coursework
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For non-EU international students, it's advisable to apply as early as possible to accommodate additional processing time for visa applications and the issuance of the letter of acceptance from the Romanian Ministry of Education. In previous years, application periods for non-EU citizens have been from January to February, with completion of applications extending into March.
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