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Physiotherapy

  • Bachelor of Science (with Honours)
  • 3 Years
  • Full-Time
  • 20 September 2027
  • Undergraduate
Teesside University Middlesbrough Campus
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Course summary

Course overview

Physiotherapists have a positive lifelong impact on the way people function physically, socially and psychologically, maintaining and improving quality of life and independence.

Physiotherapists treat people of all ages who may be affected by or at risk of illness, injury and pain, though rehabilitation, health promotion and education. Rehabilitative techniques include exercise, manual therapy and providing appropriate equipment to support function.

You gain the knowledge and skills to be a safe, autonomous and professional practitioner. Core skills include movement analysis, problem solving, clinical reasoning, therapeutic exercise and communication.

To comply with regulations of the CSP you must complete at least 1,000 hours of practice placements, which are built into the course. These give you an opportunity to put your skills into practice in a variety of settings. Placements could include out-of-hours and weekend working.

Top reasons to study this course

  • Bespoke contemporary facilities: learn in our industry-standard labs, simulated ward space, hydrotherapy pool, simulation suite and IT suite, preparing you for the role.

  • Experienced teaching team: benefit from their wealth of clinical experience in both NHS and private sector settings, and collective passion for education.

  • Financial support: study this course and you may be eligible for a £5,000 maintenance grant each year from the NHS Business Service Authority. You can also apply for our Placement Support Fund if you are experiencing financial difficulties attending your placement. Visit our course page to find out more.

This course is approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP). On completion of your degree, you can apply for chartered membership of the CSP and register with the HCPC.

Please note 100% attendance is expected during this programme.

Employability

A physiotherapy degree can lead to a rewarding, fulfilling and lifelong career with opportunities for progression and development. The need for physiotherapists is growing in the UK and globally, and Teesside has an excellent track record for graduate employment.
Employment opportunities are available within the NHS, private sector or charitable trusts. Settings for graduate jobs include NHS and private hospitals, GP surgeries, schools, industry, rehabilitation centres, the military, sports clubs and in the community including in peoples’ homes and care homes. You could also consider a career working in clinical research, leadership or teaching, in the UK or overseas.

Modules

Course Modules

Access course information through Teesside University’s website using the course page link provided (or visit www.tees.ac.uk).

Assessment method

Access assessment information through Teesside University’s website using the course page link provided (or visit www.tees.ac.uk).

Professional bodies

Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.

  • Physiotherapy, Chartered Society of
  • Health and Care Professions Council

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • Teesside University Middlesbrough Campus

Study options

  • Bachelor of Science (with Honours) • Full-Time • 3 Years

Start dates

  • 20 September 2027

Apply by
13 January 2027

This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.

Application codes

Course code:
B160
Institution code:
T20
Campus name:
Teesside University Middlesbrough Campus
Points of Entry:
Year 1

Teesside University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

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How to apply

Apply by
13 January 2027

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
B160
Institution code:
T20
Campus name:
Teesside University Middlesbrough Campus

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Typical qualification requirements

A level

A minimum of 128 UCAS tariff points from 3 A levels (minimum grade B) with 40 points from a science subject and excluding general studies or critical thinking.

UCAS Tariff
128-144

Scottish Higher

A minimum of 128 UCAS tariff points from 5 Highers including any science or social science subject at grade B.

Access to HE Diploma

Pass QAA recognised Access course in a science or health based subject with a minimum of 128 tariff points. Level 2 English and maths modules must be included if GCSE grade 4 (grade C) is not obtained.

GCSE/National 4/National 5

GCSEs at grade 4 (grade C) or above, or equivalent, in English Language, maths and science.

Scottish Advanced Higher

A minimum of 128 UCAS tariff points from 3 Advanced Highers including any science or social science subject at grade B.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)

128-144 UCAS tariff points (DDM) in a science or health related subject.

Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)

A minimum of 128 UCAS tariff points from 5 Irish Highers/Honours subjects including 24 points from a science or social science subject.

Successful interview, work-based risk assessment, enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and satisfactory references required.

Visit Teesside University’s website using the course details link provided for information on shortlisting and interview criteria.

Applicants must demonstrate an understanding of the physiotherapist role.

Additional entry requirements

Health Checks
Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) / Disclosure Scotland Check
Interview

Historical entry grades data

This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course with (learn more).

It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place.

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Per year tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
England, Scotland, Wales & Northern Ireland£9790
EU & International£17000

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.

Additional fee information

Details of fees, scholarships and awards are available from our course pages. Additional information is provided on fees and funding if you are from the UK or Ireland here: tees.ac.uk/fees, or if you are an international student here: tees.ac.uk/international/fees. If you live in the Channel Islands or Isle of Man contact your education authority: gov.uk/student-finance.

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