Overview
Through the Physiotherapy (Hons) course from University of Gloucestershire you’ll study the core subjects of anatomy, physiology, biomechanics and pathology in order to apply these to clinical situations. Your studies will include clinical placements in a variety of NHS and private settings to give you a diverse experience to prepare for your future career as a Physiotherapist.
The course is approved by the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) and the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). On completion of the course you will be eligible to apply to the HCPC to practice as a registered Physiotherapist.
Your academic year will be split into blocks of taught delivery and blocks of placement activity. Teaching and placement activity will run Monday to Friday throughout the academic year – and may include completing placements in other counties within the UK. On campus you’ll use state-of-the-art facilities including treatment rooms, rehabilitation space, a hospital ward, a skills laboratory, a biomechanics laboratory, three physiology laboratories, a strength and conditioning suite, a fitness suite and a simulated ‘home’ environment.
Methods of teaching and learning include:
- lectures & seminars
- group work & discussions
- tutorials
- skills practice in clinical skills laboratory
- clinical placements at levels 4, 5 and 6
- reflective logs
- case based discussions
- assessment of competencies
- self-directed study.
Career opportunities:
Through the excellent links with local healthcare partners, you’ll have access to a variety of high quality placements throughout your studies, giving you hands-on experience which will enable you to be career-ready when you graduate.
Physiotherapists are in high demand. You could work for the NHS, private healthcare, education and research, or set up your own business. Physiotherapists may choose to stay general in their clinical careers or specialise in a certain area. For example you might choose to work in paediatrics, in-patient hospital care, rehabilitation, hydrotherapy and sports injury to name a few.
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Courses include:
- Physiotherapy Practice
- Exercise, Health and Well-being
- Scientific Enquiry
- Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapy
- Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Practice
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Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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While applications after January 14 may not receive equal consideration, the university often considers later applications based on course availability.
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Campus Location
- Gloucester, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Physiotherapy Physiology View 99 other Bachelors in Physiotherapy in United KingdomExplore more key information
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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General requirements
- 136 UCAS tariff points, AAB at A levels including a grade B or above in Biology, Human Biology or PE. DDD at BTEC when the core subject is science-based, or a Merit in your T-Level in a science based subject.
- Access to HE Diploma from a QAA recognised Access to HE course in a science-based subject or Health Professions. Applicants required to meet 136 tariff points
- English Language and Maths Grade 4/C in GCSE (or equivalent) are required.
- In order to study this course, offer holders will need to complete a satisfactory DBS and Health Clearance check.
- The university welcomes applications from mature students (aged 21 and over) and do not necessarily require the same academic qualifications as school leaving applicants, although some entry requirements may still apply for Professionally Accredited Courses. We accept Access to Higher Education Diplomas and make offers on an individual basis.
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Applies to youCitizens or residents9535 GBP / year≈ 9535 GBP / year
Living costs
Gloucester
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
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