Physiotherapy (pre-registration)

About the course

BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy prepares you to assess, treat and support people with physical conditions that affect movement, function and quality of life. You’ll explore how physiotherapy supports recovery, rehabilitation and long term health across a range of clinical and community settings.

This course is designed for students who want to become a registered physiotherapist, combining academic study with extensive practice learning to prepare you for professional practice in health and social care.

Why this course

• Accredited by the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy, meeting professional standards for physiotherapy education and practice

• Approved by the Health and Care Professions Council, enabling eligibility for registration as a qualified Physiotherapist

• Top 8 universities in England for undergraduate student satisfaction (National Student Survey 2024)

What you’ll study

You’ll build a solid foundation in physiotherapy, while gaining professional skills valued across health and rehabilitation sectors, including assessment and treatment planning, therapeutic exercise, clinical reasoning, evidence based practice and professional communication.

Modules offered can vary each year but may include:

• Foundations of Physiotherapy Practice

• Human Anatomy and Movement

• Physiotherapy Assessment and Intervention

• Rehabilitation Across the Lifespan

• Evidence Based Practice and Research

How you’ll learn

• Teaching through lectures, seminars, practical workshops and simulated clinical learning

• Assessment through coursework, practical examinations, reflective assignments and written exams

• Academic support through personal tutors, skills development sessions and small group teaching

You’ll also have access to digital learning resources that support independent study and assessment preparation.

Future opportunities

This course prepares you for professional practice as a physiotherapist working with individuals and communities across a wide range of settings. You’ll develop skills that support safe, effective and person centred care, as well as ongoing professional development.

Example career areas include:

• Physiotherapy roles in the NHS

• Community and primary care services

• Sports and exercise rehabilitation

• Neurological and musculoskeletal practice

• Private practice and specialist rehabilitation services

The transferable skills developed on this course also support progression into postgraduate study, research or advanced clinical training.

Facilities

You’ll study in specialist learning environments designed to support practical skill development and clinical training.

• Simulation and clinical skills labs reflecting real world practice settings

• Teaching spaces for practical classes, seminars and group learning

• Access to specialist equipment and digital physiotherapy resources

These facilities support your academic development and help you apply physiotherapy knowledge with confidence.