Physiotherapy (BSc, 4 Years) 48 months Undergraduate Programme By University of Nicosia |TopUniversities
Programme Duration

48 monthsProgramme duration

Main Subject Area

Anatomy and PhysiologyMain Subject Area

Programme overview

Main Subject

Anatomy and Physiology

Degree

BSc

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

The aim of the program is to provide graduates with the academic background that will make them specialists in the field of physiotherapy, having acquired the scientific and professional qualifications to enable them to be employed either in the private or the public sector, such as in hospitals, physiotherapy clinics, private physical therapy clinics, rehabilitation centers and others.


The students of the program acquire knowledge and skills through an integrated academic and practical background, which is based on the available scientific evidence (Evidence Based Physiotherapy) and adapts to the rapid technological developments in the field of physiotherapy.


Graduates of the Physiotherapy program have combined an understanding of theory with practical and clinical experience to be able to enhance the societal role of the science of physiotherapy in promoting and advocating public health. Graduates have acquired the theoretical basis for further studies and/or research, thus contributing to the lifelong learning and scientific training of professional physiotherapists.


Occupational Profiles of Graduates with Examples


Graduates will be able, upon completion of their studies, to apply for registration at the Cypriot Physiotherapist Registration Council in order to secure a license to practice the profession of physiotherapist. Having obtained their license, they will be able to be employed in the private sector as employees or in public hospitals and clinics, in sports clubs, in rehabilitation centers or wherever else a professional physiotherapist is required, following the criteria set by the Republic of Cyprus. Physiotherapy graduates upon obtaining their degree can apply in any foreign country, to the corresponding institution, for the recognition of their degree and then the issuance of a professional practice license (e.g. DOATAP in Greece).


Access to Further Studies


Graduates of the programme can be accepted into Second Cycle degrees (Master’s Degree).

Programme overview

Main Subject

Anatomy and Physiology

Degree

BSc

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

The aim of the program is to provide graduates with the academic background that will make them specialists in the field of physiotherapy, having acquired the scientific and professional qualifications to enable them to be employed either in the private or the public sector, such as in hospitals, physiotherapy clinics, private physical therapy clinics, rehabilitation centers and others.


The students of the program acquire knowledge and skills through an integrated academic and practical background, which is based on the available scientific evidence (Evidence Based Physiotherapy) and adapts to the rapid technological developments in the field of physiotherapy.


Graduates of the Physiotherapy program have combined an understanding of theory with practical and clinical experience to be able to enhance the societal role of the science of physiotherapy in promoting and advocating public health. Graduates have acquired the theoretical basis for further studies and/or research, thus contributing to the lifelong learning and scientific training of professional physiotherapists.


Occupational Profiles of Graduates with Examples


Graduates will be able, upon completion of their studies, to apply for registration at the Cypriot Physiotherapist Registration Council in order to secure a license to practice the profession of physiotherapist. Having obtained their license, they will be able to be employed in the private sector as employees or in public hospitals and clinics, in sports clubs, in rehabilitation centers or wherever else a professional physiotherapist is required, following the criteria set by the Republic of Cyprus. Physiotherapy graduates upon obtaining their degree can apply in any foreign country, to the corresponding institution, for the recognition of their degree and then the issuance of a professional practice license (e.g. DOATAP in Greece).


Access to Further Studies


Graduates of the programme can be accepted into Second Cycle degrees (Master’s Degree).

Admission Requirements

Academic Admission


To be admitted in the programme of Physiotherapy, a degree is required from a recognised Institution of Secondary Education (high school diploma) with a minimum score of 75%, or 15 out of 20, and 70%, or 14 out of 20, in Physics and Biology courses or a high school diploma 15 out of 20 and GCE A ‘Level (or IAL) in Physics and Biology with grade B.


Candidates who do not meet the above requirements will only be accepted after successful completion of Foundation Courses in Physics, English, and Biology.


Where interested students are graduates of other related undergraduate disciplines, e.g. Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Sport Science, they will be admitted on a case-by-case basis in the first year. These students will be examined on a case-by-case basis for course recognition.


Student transfer from another university


Students can join the program via transfer from another university by submitting a credit scoring application form from the Department of Academic Affairs along with all supporting documents (i.e. official grades, course descriptions, college lists, etc.). Students can benefit by transferring credit points obtained from other accredited Colleges / Universities (note that only courses with a 60% or 6 out of 10 of successful grade will be transferable).


Special student admission requirements


High school English level of 15 out of 20 or success in English Placement Test at the University of Nicosia at BENG-100 level is required.

4 Years
Sep

Tuition fees

Domestic
11,520 EUR

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