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Physical Rehabilitation

49.03.02 In Russian

Level of education Bachelor

Type of instruction Full-time

Duration 4 years

Programme description

The programme is designed to train specialists in physical rehabilitation who are proficient in innovative methods of therapeutic physical training, massage, and physiotherapy. These specialists will be skilled in applying modern technologies when working with patients who have impairments in body functions and structures, as well as activity limitations resulting from injuries, illnesses, and/or medical conditions.

Main courses
  • Functional Anatomy
  • Biomechanics of Motor Performance
  • Theory and Methods of Physical Education
  • Theory and Implementation of Adapted Physical Education
  • Kinesiology and Medical Gymnastics
  • Psychology of Patienthood
  • Physical Education and Sports Technologies in Inclusive Education
  • Neurology and Motor Control
  • Physical Rehabilitation
  • Fundamentals of Occupational Therapy
  • Manual Therapy
  • Work Placement: Professional Training with Individuals with Health Disorders
  • Work Placement: Professional Training with Individuals with Disabilities and Health Disorders in a Medical Setting
Teaching staff
  • Irina Mishina — Doctor of Medical Sciences, Professor at the Department of Postgraduate Medical Education at St Petersburg University, Honoured Worker of Higher Education of the Russian Federation
  • Salavat Khismatulin — PhD in Pedagogy, Associate Professor at the Department of Physical Education and Sports at St Petersburg University
Our Advantages

The programme focuses on studying theoretical and practical aspects of educational activities management and rehabilitation for individuals with impairments of body functions and structures, as well as activity limitations resulting from injuries, diseases, and/or medical conditions. Physical rehabilitation specialists trained through this programme master innovative methods of therapeutic physical training, massage, and physiotherapy, while developing competencies in applying modern technologies when working with patients.

During their studies, students are offered opportunities to participate in research projects under the guidance of St Petersburg University’s faculty. The interdisciplinary approach enables students to enhance their knowledge and practical skills in related fields of physical rehabilitation. The programme’s strong practical focus is ensured through the development of skills at St Petersburg University’s simulation centre while using cutting-edge, realistic equipment, as well as through practical training at leading clinical facilities. All these distinctive features of the educational programme equip graduates with competencies to develop and implement individualised physical rehabilitation programmes for people with disabilities and special health needs.

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The programme descriptions for the 2025/2026 academic year are currently being updated. Information regarding admissions for the 2025/2026 academic year is available on the St Petersburg University Admissions Committee website.

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