The Degree Offered
University Of Ulster will provide an accelerated honors level Course in physical therapy, which results in an award of the University of a BSc (Honors) degree. The Course will be offered over seven trimesters, each of fifteen weeks duration for a total of 2 and 1/3 years. Thirty-six (36) candidates will be accepted to the program which commences in June of each year.
Application Procedure
Interviews will take place in April.
All documents and correspondence shall be sent by application to Shifrin Healthcare, -N .Ire., Inc., 111 Columbia Turnpike, Florham Park, New Jersey, 07932-2103. A $20.00 non-refundable application fee is required. Applications are accepted on a rolling admissions basis and are reviewed as they are received. Applicants should call Shifrin Healthcare, -N .Ire., Inc. to discuss their file and ask for advice.
Overview
Shifrin Healthcare, -N .Ire., Inc., is dedicated to providing the opportunity for the highest quality Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy education to anyone who meets our qualifying standards for professional education. Our criteria is based on a scale which either must meet or exceed U.S. educational institution standards. our hand picked and contracted educational institutions must be considered capable of being accredited by the APTA.
Shifrin Healthcare, -N .Ire., Inc., will work to assist and guide in the process of physical therapy training, licensing, and placement for the individual students who join our Course, so that the student may concentrate on his/her studies. In addition, we shall obtain and complete all necessary paperwork for the student with their cooperation. Our goal is to make the educational process and the transition from being a student to a licensed physical therapist in the U.S. as smooth as possible.
In return for our efforts, Shifrin Healthcare, -N .Ire., Inc. will ask the candidate for a work commitment after passing a state license examination.
Shifrin Healthcare, -N .Ire., Inc. charges a modest annual non-refundable fee for each of the academic years. All fees and currency exchange rates are subject to change without notice.
The University Of Ulster
All students enrolled in the Course at the University can be assured of every assistance form the staff during their stay. Every student will be assigned a personal tutor with whom they can discuss any academic difficulties they may have. The University provides specific services to help students settle into their new environment. These include but are not limited to the following:
For additional benefits, and details about the Campus and the beautiful city of Aberdeen please refer to the University Prospectus.
Pre-Requisite Courses
| Biology | 4 credits, General Biology w/lab, Zoology or other Bio. may be accepted. |
| Chemistry | 8 credits, General Chem. w/lab, other Chem. may be accepted |
| Physics | 8 credits, General Physics w/lab, Algebra or Calculus based accepted |
| Math | 3 Credits, General Math; Algebra/Geometry/Trigonometry |
| English | 6 credits, Composition 1,2 & Speech, or other |
| Humanities | 6 credits, Music, Theater Art, Social Sciences, or other |
| Psychology | 3 credits, Intro. or General Psychology |
| Anatomy & Physiology I & II | 8 credits |
Alternatives will be considered.
Requirements
Expenses
Tuition for year one, trimesters 1-3, plus Clinical Placement; which
includes round-trip travel from the University to the clinical setting and
housing at the clinical site for 8 weeks during the first year, plus all
text books for first year, plus NHS health insurance- free to full-time
students.
Total: $18,428*
According to the universities Financial aid is available, up to $28,000 per year.
*The above does not include University housing, equipment, and Shifrin Healthcare, -N .Ire., Inc., fee.
*All fees are subject to change.
University Accommodation
On Campus Housing
Students will have a choice of the following situations:
| Option 1 | Single study bedroom |
| Option 2 | En-suite study bedroom |
| Option 3 | Off-campus Housing |
Health Care Provision
The University Medical Service provides National Health Service Care, free of charge for those students who wish to register with the medical practice attached to the University.
Clinical Internships & Curriculum
Throughout the Course students will undertake periods of clinical practics. These placements are designed to enable the student to integrate scientific and theoretical knowledge with physical therapy skills in the therapeutic management of patients.
Physical Therapy Curriculum
Trimesters 1-7:
Foundation Studies
Physiotherapy Studies
Important Information
Personal Interviews will be conducted by representatives from The University.
Shifrin Healthcare, Inc.
Executive Offices
409 North Avenue East
Cranford, NJ 07016-2437
Phone # 973-540-8999 . Fax # 212-504-3005
Mailing Address for Applications and All Correspondence:
111 Columbia Turnpike
Florham Park, NJ 07932-2103 USA