Physiotherapy

Physiotherapy is a science-based profession and takes a 'whole person' approach to health and wellbeing. Physiotherapists help people affected by injury, illness, and/or disability to maximize their potential to return to or maintain function(s). To do this, we use approaches such as movement/exercise, manual therapy/handling, technologies, education, and behaviour change techniques.

This degree, accredited by the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) and approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), equips you with the knowledge and skills required by physiotherapists to provide evidence-based health care. Our physiotherapy graduates have excellent problem-solving skills. They are technically proficient, professionally aware, and, as such, move seamlessly into graduate practice. In short, they are very employable. The course benefits from dedicated and innovative teaching staff operating from purpose-built, state-of-the-art technical and learning facilities.

Upon graduation, you are eligible to become a member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy and apply to be placed on the Health and Care Professions Council's (HCPC) Register of Physiotherapists.

Course Modules

• First year: Assessment and Management Peripheral 1, Assessment and Management Peripheral 2, Fundamentals of Professional Practice, and Principles of Exercise and Activity.
• Second year: Spinal Assessment and Management, Neurological Assessment and Management, Cardio-Respiratory Assessment and Management, and Discovering and Evaluating Health and Wellbeing Interventions.
• Final year: Assessment and Management in Complex Physiotherapy Practice, Research into Physiotherapy, and Into Employment.

The programme comprises a wide variety of assessment types to suit different learning styles and reflect the skills required as a practising physiotherapist. These assessments include online multiple-choice exams, practical viva and discussion-type exams, written assignments, individual and group presentations, conference poster development, and clinical placements.