Vestibular Rehabilitation

Module overview

Studied via distance learning, this standalone module offers a thorough examination of vestibular rehabilitation, focusing on the principles and practice essential for managing balance disorders. Ideal for advancing your clinical expertise, it provides a solid theoretical foundation while addressing practical implications for service delivery.

The indicative content of the module includes psychosocial assessment of patients with vestibular disorders, theories of rehabilitation specific to balance issues, and the identification of resources necessary to support effective patient care. It also covers the use of outcome measures to enhance health outcomes and the principles of delivering patient-centered services through shared decision-making.

This is a level 7 module (equivalent level of study to a postgraduate or masters degree) worth 15 credits.

Module tutor(s): Dr Helen Pryce-Cazalet

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Objectives and outcomes

Provides you with a theoretical understanding of the principles and practice of vestibular rehabilitation.
Explores the implications for effective service delivery in vestibular rehabilitation.

On successful completion of this module you will be able to:

Demonstrate a critical awareness of the clinical applicability of current research in managing patients with vestibular disorders.
Recognise the elements required in the delivery of a patient/client-centred service.
Identify the most appropriate management options for patients.
Explain the role of outcome measures in improving health outcomes.

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Entry requirements

You must be a clinician in a relevant health discipline.

Fees

UK students (2025/26)

£700 per 10 credits (£1,050 for full module)

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The United Kingdom government has confirmed that European Union (EU), other European Economic Area (EEA) and Swiss nationals commencing academic courses in England from August 2021 will no longer be charged the same tuition rates as UK students.

Tuition fees for students are reviewed annually and may increase in subsequent years in line with inflation linked to the Retail Price Index (RPI) to take account of the University’s increased costs of delivering the Programme. Any such increase shall always be in accordance with the law. When undertaking a placement year, a placement year fee applies.

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Delivery and assessment

This course is delivered via distance learning. You will access learning materials for general study, revision and assessment via our virtual learning environment, Blackboard. This platform allows you to access a comprehensive range of study materials, scientific journals, e-journals, databases and much more.

Method of delivery	Learning hours
Large group activity	10 hours
Independent activity	80 hours
Structured activity	30 hours
Formative assessment activity	30 hours
Total	150 hours

Assessment
Assessment is by coursework submitted throughout the course. Coursework will take the form of four short essays (700 words each) and a final 2,000-word essay.

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