BSc Single Honours Physiotherapy
36 monthsProgramme duration
12,500 GBPTuition Fee/year
SepStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Anatomy and Physiology
Degree
BSc
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
The role of a physiotherapist cannot be underestimated
Physiotherapists are an integral to the health care profession. This includes helping patients recover from surgery, sports injuries, accidents and strokes, supporting people with disabilities and long-term illness. The role of a physiotherapist cannot be underestimated.
Physiotherapists are an integral to the health care profession. This includes helping patients recover from surgery, sports injuries, accidents and strokes, supporting people with disabilities and long-term illness. The role of a physiotherapist cannot be underestimated.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Anatomy and Physiology
Degree
BSc
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
The role of a physiotherapist cannot be underestimated
Physiotherapists are an integral to the health care profession. This includes helping patients recover from surgery, sports injuries, accidents and strokes, supporting people with disabilities and long-term illness. The role of a physiotherapist cannot be underestimated.
Physiotherapists are an integral to the health care profession. This includes helping patients recover from surgery, sports injuries, accidents and strokes, supporting people with disabilities and long-term illness. The role of a physiotherapist cannot be underestimated.
Admission Requirements
7+
120+
We welcome students from all backgrounds and accept a wide range of qualifications. If yours aren’t listed, don’t worry – our Admissions Team can help you explore your options. See full entry requirements.
• A-Level: Grade profile of BBB or 120 UCAS Tariff Points. To include a grade B in biological science (Biology or Physical Education). • BTEC: Grade profile of DDM. This can be achieved from either an Extended National Diploma or a combination of smaller BTEC qualifications. • T-levels: A T-level with an overall Merit grade. • Other Level 3 qualifications are accepted including Access qualifications.
Specific GCSE requirements:
• GCSE/IGCSE English language and maths grades 9-4/A*-C or equivalent • GCSE/IGCSE biology or human biology grade 9-4/A*-C or equivalent*
* Pass in a biology-focused module, e.g. anatomy and physiology, human biology, as part of a relevant Level 3 qualification is regarded as an equivalent for entrance.
If English is not your first language, you must have the following IELTS score:
· Undergraduate courses: A Secure English Language Test equivalent to IELTS 7.0 with a minimum of 6.5 in each component.
Other English language qualifications are also accepted. Please contact admissions for further information.
Non-Academic Requirements:
Success at Interview. The Admissions team will use the course entry requirements, as well as your personal statement, reference and any work experience information, to shortlist and invite successful candidates for interview. Candidates will be assessed at interview on their motivation and understanding of the role of a physiotherapist and familiarity with NHS Constitution and Values as well as the requirements of an HCPC registered professional.
Work Experience. Applicants are strongly encouraged to undertake voluntary work or gain work experience shadowing a physiotherapist in order to have a clear understanding of what the profession entails. This will help you to decide whether physiotherapy is the career for you. It will also enable you to demonstrate your commitment to and passion for the profession in your application and at interview.
If you are finding it difficult to organise work experience you could explore the profession through speaking with qualified physiotherapists, reading industry publications or undertaking some research online. Useful websites include The Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) and NHS Health Careers.
Health checks. As part of the health clearance checks you will be required to provide information about your immunity and vaccination status. Candidates must prove they have been immunised against Rubella, Measles, Tuberculosis and Hepatitis B. We strongly recommend that all successful applicants (unless exempt on medical grounds) receive a full course of Covid-19 and Influenza vaccinations prior to commencing the course.
Occupational Health Clearance. Candidates must receive a satisfactory occupational health clearance prior to commencing the course.
DBS Clearance. Candidates must receive a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring System check prior to commencing the course.
• A-Level: Grade profile of BBB or 120 UCAS Tariff Points. To include a grade B in biological science (Biology or Physical Education). • BTEC: Grade profile of DDM. This can be achieved from either an Extended National Diploma or a combination of smaller BTEC qualifications. • T-levels: A T-level with an overall Merit grade. • Other Level 3 qualifications are accepted including Access qualifications.
Specific GCSE requirements:
• GCSE/IGCSE English language and maths grades 9-4/A*-C or equivalent • GCSE/IGCSE biology or human biology grade 9-4/A*-C or equivalent*
* Pass in a biology-focused module, e.g. anatomy and physiology, human biology, as part of a relevant Level 3 qualification is regarded as an equivalent for entrance.
If English is not your first language, you must have the following IELTS score:
· Undergraduate courses: A Secure English Language Test equivalent to IELTS 7.0 with a minimum of 6.5 in each component.
Other English language qualifications are also accepted. Please contact admissions for further information.
Non-Academic Requirements:
Success at Interview. The Admissions team will use the course entry requirements, as well as your personal statement, reference and any work experience information, to shortlist and invite successful candidates for interview. Candidates will be assessed at interview on their motivation and understanding of the role of a physiotherapist and familiarity with NHS Constitution and Values as well as the requirements of an HCPC registered professional.
Work Experience. Applicants are strongly encouraged to undertake voluntary work or gain work experience shadowing a physiotherapist in order to have a clear understanding of what the profession entails. This will help you to decide whether physiotherapy is the career for you. It will also enable you to demonstrate your commitment to and passion for the profession in your application and at interview.
If you are finding it difficult to organise work experience you could explore the profession through speaking with qualified physiotherapists, reading industry publications or undertaking some research online. Useful websites include The Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) and NHS Health Careers.
Health checks. As part of the health clearance checks you will be required to provide information about your immunity and vaccination status. Candidates must prove they have been immunised against Rubella, Measles, Tuberculosis and Hepatitis B. We strongly recommend that all successful applicants (unless exempt on medical grounds) receive a full course of Covid-19 and Influenza vaccinations prior to commencing the course.
Occupational Health Clearance. Candidates must receive a satisfactory occupational health clearance prior to commencing the course.
DBS Clearance. Candidates must receive a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring System check prior to commencing the course.
3 Years
Sep
Tuition fees
Domestic
9,790 GBP
International
12,500 GBP
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