Veterinary Physiotherapy

This course is an excellent opportunity for students wishing to qualify as a Veterinary Physiotherapist whilst studying a degree qualification.

Recognised by the National Association of Veterinary Physiotherapists (NAVP), studies will combine academic study and occupational competence. Graduates will be eligible to apply for full membership of NAVP, which works for the promotion of professional standards, provides insurance, CPD opportunities and recognition within the industry. Students study the equivalent of eighteen 20 credit modules over the three year duration of the full time course.

The course is accredited by the AHPR (Animal Health Practitioners Register) and students will be able to gain direct entry to the register following successful completion of the course.

This course is delivered by Warwickshire College and validated in partnership with Coventry University, and is regulated by the Office for Students (OfS).

Please note: The agreed maximum rider weight to meet welfare guidelines for the current stock of horses at Moreton Morrell College is 13st 7lbs - this is for a rider dressed in riding attire (boots and riding hat). According to welfare guidelines, WCG are unable to provide horses for riders above this maximum weight at this time. Please consider this and factor this into your decision making regarding your study options.

For our Higher Education Terms and Conditions please visit https://wcg.ac.uk/page/701/terms-and-conditions

Course Modules

Modules may include:

Year 1 - Level 4

Professional Practice and Animal Law
Functional Anatomy and Physiology for Veterinary Physiotherapy
Pathophysiology and Pharmacology
Dynamics of Animal Movement
Animal Practice and Palpation
Academic Study Skills, Employability and T-Shaped (ASSET)

Year 2 - Level 5

Research Design and Analysis
Neurology and Orthopaedics
Veterinary Therapeutic Techniques
Enterprise Development
Biomechanical Assessment and Exercise Prescription
Applied Animal Management and Therapy

Year 3 - Level 6

Dissertation (Double module)
Animal Clinical Practice
Clinical Placement
Collaborative Practice for Veterinary Physiotherapy
Advanced Physiotherapy and Diagnostics

During the course, students will be expected to undertake 50 hours of placement to incorporate both canine and equine placements.

For further details about this course, please refer to the programme specification here:

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We regularly review our course content, to make it relevant and current for the benefit of our students. For these reasons, course modules may be updated, please contact us for the latest information.

Each module has its own specific assessment profile, for instance 100% coursework or 50% coursework and 50% written examination.

Modules are assessed using a variety of methods (reports, essays, presentations or practicals) thus allowing students to develop a range of transferable skills and build entrepreneurial expertise.