Physiotherapy BSc (Hons)
University of Liverpool
Student rating
This is the overall rating calculated by averaging all live reviews for this uni on Whatuni.
( 4.3) View reviews

Want to know what it's like to study this course at uni? We've got all the key info, from entry requirements to the modules on offer. If that all sounds good, why not check out reviews from real students or even book onto an upcoming open days?

Different course options
academic-cap
Qualification

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

location-pin
Location

Main Site

beaker
Study mode

Full Time

calendar
Start date

SEP-25

time
Duration

3 Years

Course info

Select a course option


Qualification

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

Location

Main Site

Study mode

Full Time

Start date

SEP-25

Duration

3 Years

SELECTED

Subjects

Select a subject


Physiotherapy
SELECTED

Exam type

Select a an exam type


A level
SELECTED

Scottish Higher
SELECT

Scottish Advanced Higher
SELECT

Access to HE Diploma
SELECT

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
SELECT

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

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

T Level
SELECT

Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)
SELECT

Course info

This demanding, full-time programme teaches you how to diagnose and holistically treat a wide variety of clinical problems. The curriculum is designed to reflect current practice with research evidence underpinning all aspects of teaching.A broad range of learning opportunities ensures that learning is accessible to students expressing different learning styles and preferences. Alongside academic and professional skills you’ll gain an excellent range of practical experience with our unique ...Read more

This demanding, full-time programme teaches you how to diagnose and holistically treat a wide variety of clinical problems. The curriculum is designed to reflect current practice with research evidence underpinning all aspects of teaching.A broad range of learning opportunities ensures that learning is accessible to students expressing different learning styles and preferences. Alongside academic and professional skills you’ll gain an excellent range of practical experience with our unique approach to practice placement provision. The programme at Liverpool will encourage you to become independent, resourceful and able to meet the exciting challenges of healthcare today.This programme is endorsed by the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) and approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) for the purpose of providing eligibility to apply for registration with the HCPC as a physiotherapist.

Key stats

WUSCA ranking:
WUSCA student ranking
These are the 2024 rankings, based on ratings given by past and current students.
11/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
5th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
19th
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 - 100 = 0% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
0%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
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
L
Lucy
05 Mar 25

love the buildings and the sports offer such a wide range, yet some lecture theatres are outdated such as the jane herdman..Read more

CH
Chon Hin
05 Feb 25

Good..Read more

Entry requirements

Exam type

A level

A level:

AAB Grades / Points required

Scottish Higher:

AAABB Grades / Points required

Scottish Advanced Higher:

ABB Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

D:39,M:6 Grades / Points required

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

32 Grades / Points required

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

H1,H1,H2,H2,H2,H3 Grades / Points required

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

DDD Grades / Points required

T Level:

D Grades / Points required

Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015):

A Grades / Points required

To include Biology or PE or Sport Science and the Active Leisure Industry. OR ABB at A level plus Grade A in an EPQ. For applicants from England: Where a science has been taken at A level (Chemistry, Biology or Physics), a pass in the Science practical of each subject will be required. - Applied Science A level must be accompanied by a further Science A level, not Applied.

·Advanced Highers: ABB to include Biology or PE. OR Highers: AAABB to include Biology or PE at Grade A. OR Mixed: Advanced Highers at AB, plus Highers at AB. A mixed presentation must include Biology or PE at either Higher Level (Grade A required) or Advanced Higher Level (Grade B required).

Advanced Highers: ABB to include Biology or PE. OR Highers: AAABB to include Biology or PE at Grade A. OR Mixed: Advanced Highers at AB, plus Highers at AB. A mixed presentation must include Biology or PE at either Higher Level (Grade A required) or Advanced Higher Level (Grade B required).

60 Credits at Level 3 in Health or Science pathway (all should be new learning, ie GCSE awards cannot be APL'd against the Diploma). 39 Level 3 Credits must be gained from graded academic (GA) modules within the pathway, and passed at Distinction and 6 to be passed at Merit. Plus, 5 GCSE subjects graded A* - C or Level 5 to include English Language, Mathematics and Science in either Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry or Physics. View

32 points including 3 Higher Level subjects at a minimum of grades 6,6,5. Biology or ‘Sport, Exercise and Health Science’ must be offered at Higher Level grade 6.

6 Higher Level subjects to be gained at a single sitting including English and Maths. 2 subjects at H1 grade to include either Biology or PE. Plus 3 subjects at H2 grade and one subject at H3 grade.

BTEC nationals are considered in addition to 6 GCSEs grades A* - B or level 6, which must include English Language, Maths and two Science subjects from the following: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, PE, Core Science, Additional Science and Dual Science Award. Please note that Applied GCSEs will not be considered. We will only accept one BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate at a minimum of Distinction. This must be accompanied by two A-Levels at grade A and B. The A-level subjects must include Biology, PE or Sport Science and the Active Leisure Industry. In total between the two types of qualification, 3 separate subjects must be taken. BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (120 credits) in Sport and Exercise Science or Health and Social Care will be considered at grade DD. Plus one additional A-Level at a minimum Grade A. Across two types of qualifications, 2 separate subjects must be taken. BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (180 credits) in Health and Social Care or Sport and Exercise Science will be considered at grade DDD.

T Levels in Health; Heath Science and Science will be considered with a grade of Distinction overall.

A,A at A level (including Biology or PE) plus an A in the Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate

Popular A-level subjects

Physiotherapy

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

Biology
96%
Chemistry
50%
Mathematics
33%
Psychology
32%
Physical Education
25%
HESA

Latest reviews

Latest Physiotherapy reviews

Physiotherapy
Physiotherapy
L
Lucy
05 Mar 25
Physiotherapy BSc (Hons)
love the buildings and the sports offer such a wide range, yet some lecture theatres are outdated such as the jane herdman...
Read more
CH
Chon Hin
05 Feb 25
Physiotherapy BSc (Hons)
Good...
Read more
Review breakdown
University rating
University rating
Students' union
Societies and Sports
University halls
Facilities
Lecturers and teaching quality
Local life
Career prospects
Student support
Location
Campus look and feel
Student life
Course rating
Course content
Work placements and internships
Tutor contact time
Subject facilities
University location
Cost of living
Safety
Public transport
Part-time work opportunities
Graduate employment opportunities
Diversity
Location
Safety
Room allocation
Internet/wifi
Value for money
Property management

How Physiotherapy students rated:

Student rating
( 4.2) 13 reviews
5 star
47%
4 stars
31%
3 stars
15%
2 stars
7%
1 star
0%

How all students rated:

Student rating
( 4.3) 1,391 reviews
5 star
43%
4 stars
46%
3 stars
10%
2 stars
1%
1 star
0%
Search reviews that mention

Uni info

University of Liverpool
The Foundation Building Brownlow Hill Liverpool L69 7ZX United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Liverpool Lime Street  0.2 miles away
Thinking of studying in Liverpool?

Check out our

Liverpool city guide

Find a course

  • Undergraduate
  • HND / HNC
  • Foundation degree
  • Access & foundation
  • Postgraduate