Master in Rehabilitation and Physiotherapy

The deadline to apply for the Sep 2027 intake is Apr 15, 2027; tuition comes to 7,437 USD per year.

The Master in Rehabilitation and Physiotherapy at Xi'an Jiaotong University is a 3-year degree for students who want to help people recover from injuries or illnesses. This program is taught in English and focuses on research and practical skills.

Students in this program learn about Orthopaedic Rehabilitation, Cognitive Brain Imaging, and Brain Dysfunction. They also get hands-on experience with MRI brain imaging studies and other rehabilitation techniques.

After graduating, students can work as Physiotherapists, Rehabilitation Specialists, Occupational Therapists, Sports Physiotherapists, or Neurological Rehabilitation Specialists. They can find jobs in hospitals, rehabilitation centers, or sports teams.

Xi'an Jiaotong University, known as XJTU, is a premier research university in Xi'an with deep strengths in engineering, technology, management and medicine. Founded in the late 19th century, XJTU is a member of China's elite C9 group and a Double First Class university, offering comprehensive programs across science, engineering, medicine, economics, law and the humanities. Its large and diverse student community includes several thousand international students attracted by strong research and extensive program options.

Teaching and research are supported by twenty schools, affiliated hospitals and advanced laboratories, with emphasis on interdisciplinary collaboration and high impact research. International students can enroll in English and Chinese language programmes, while the School of International Education coordinates admissions, language training and student services. The academic environment combines rigorous coursework, clinical training for medical students and opportunities to participate in faculty led research projects.

Accommodation is offered on the Yanta and Xingqing campuses, with dedicated blocks for medical majors, scholarship holders and international cohorts, and facilities such as communal kitchens, study spaces and easy access to libraries and teaching buildings. XJTU is well suited to students seeking a research intensive environment, structured support for international living and practical clinical or laboratory experience in China.