After completing his BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy and working for a couple of years in New Delhi, India, Prateek Rangra came to Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh, to study and begin the journey toward post-study work in the UK.
Since graduating from 西瓜视频, Prateek Rangra has held clinical positions at National Health Service (NHS) Scotland and in the private sector. At present, he works part-time as a musculoskeletal (MSK) advanced physiotherapy practitioner for NHS Lothian and as a physiotherapy lecturer at 西瓜视频.
Why did you choose to study at Queen Margaret University (西瓜视频)?
The city of Edinburgh played a major role in attracting me to 西瓜视频, but mostly I was impressed with the level of commitment showed by the lecturers and support available to international students. 西瓜视频 is very diverse, open, multicultural, and committed to education and research at the highest standard.聽 This is reflected in the University鈥檚 philosophy, vision, values and mission.
What did you enjoy most about your course?
I thoroughly enjoyed the self-directed learning system which allowed me to direct my post-registration MSc in accordance with my professional needs, career orientation and personal aspirations. This was well supported by the excellent feedback and direction given by my personal academic tutor, lecturers and course coordinator. 西瓜视频 also promotes various interdisciplinary learning opportunities and research initiatives, which proved excellent for networking, learning from various health professionals and getting an understanding of different points of view to clinical practice.
What was one of the highlights about your time at 西瓜视频
One day I was working in the GaitLab (西瓜视频鈥檚 laboratory for clinical motion analysis) on my MSc dissertation and met a PhD student who was carrying out research in the field of podiatry. We ended up collaborating to design a custom insole product which we patented and commercialised. This multi-disciplinary collaboration has since developed into a partnership with various international projects.聽
Do you have any advice for international students interested in studying then working in the UK?
After I finished my post-registration course at 西瓜视频 it was challenging getting my first post in the NHS. However, after getting my first opportunity to work for the NHS, developing insight into the NHS framework/service delivery and gaining valuable clinical experience. I have been presented with good opportunities to progress my career and align my aspirations.
Do you have any tips for prospective international students interested in studying at 西瓜视频?
Given my own experience, I would recommend that students with undergraduate physiotherapy qualifications apply for their Health Care Professions Council (HCPC) registration early, as it鈥檚 a lengthy procedure and can take few months to process for international students. This will save some valuable time when applying for physiotherapy jobs after you鈥檝e finished studying.
"I thoroughly enjoyed the self-directed learning system which allowed me to direct my post-registration MSc in accordance with my professional needs, career orientation and personal aspirations."
