Physiotherapy BSc (Hons)
University of the West of England
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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Glenside Campus

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SEP-25

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3 Years

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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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Our BSc(Hons) Physiotherapy course is accredited by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and the CSP, which means you can register as a physiotherapist with both once you graduate – something you’ll need to do to practise in this field.With work-based training built in, and outstanding onsite facilities, you’ll learn what constitutes good physiotherapeutic practice and explore the theories and subjects that influence it.Develop a holistic approach to your practice and learn from an ...Read more

Our BSc(Hons) Physiotherapy course is accredited by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and the CSP, which means you can register as a physiotherapist with both once you graduate – something you’ll need to do to practise in this field.With work-based training built in, and outstanding onsite facilities, you’ll learn what constitutes good physiotherapeutic practice and explore the theories and subjects that influence it.Develop a holistic approach to your practice and learn from an inspirational, supportive team with a depth of physiotherapy experience in many areas. Discover how to work with patients, their families and other healthcare professionals to support rehabilitation and wellbeing – developing your inter-professional and interpersonal skills.The course has a strong practical focus, incorporating case-based learning and opportunities to engage with patients and professionals on placements, in class and online. You’ll spend about a third of your time on placements in the NHS, and with specialist independent and voluntary sector employers, in a mix of environments. Add international experience to your degree by working with our partner Lapin AMK in Finland or the University of the Arctic Circle in Tromso (Norway) through Erasmus. Physiotherapists are in demand across the UK, so you could work in a hospital or the community for the NHS or independent sector, in private practice, in sports and leisure centres, or for private or voluntary sector employers.

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WUSCA ranking:
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81/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
24th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
75th
Physiotherapy
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 98 = 2% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
2%
Employment rate
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100%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Physiotherapy graduate salary at this uni
£22,000
UK Physiotherapy graduate salary
£22,000
What students say
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27 Nov 24

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Megan
26 Feb 24

UWE Bristol emphasizes hands-on learning experiences, industry placements, and strong ties with businesses, ensuring that students are well-prepared for the demands of the..Read more

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UCAS Tariff:

128 Grades / Points required

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

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

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T Level:

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Grade B or above in Biology or Human Biology.

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15 Level 3 credits at Distinction in Biology.

Grade 6 in Higher Level Biology or Human Biology.

H1 in Biology or Human Biology.

Five units in Biology or Human Biology. You may be asked to do more based on the size of your units. Please list the units you are studying in your application. For further advice on acceptable units, please email us.We will accept BTEC Sport and Exercise Science or Applied Science. We will not accept any other BTEC qualifications in Sport.

Science and Healthcare Science. If you partially achieve your T Level, you can meet our subject requirements if you have at least a C in your Core Section. For further advice on acceptable subjects please email us.

Popular A-level subjects

Physiotherapy

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

Biology
89%
Physical Education
34%
Psychology
30%
Geography
22%
Chemistry
22%
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Rhodri
27 Nov 24
Physiotherapy BSc (Hons)
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Megan
26 Feb 24
Physiotherapy BSc (Hons)
UWE Bristol emphasizes hands-on learning experiences, industry placements, and strong ties with businesses, ensuring that students are well-prepared for the demands of the...
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University of the West of England
University of the West of England , Bristol

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