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Physiotherapy: University of Birmingham

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Degree 
BSc
Address
Physiotherapy: University of Birmingham, Nursing & Physiotherapy, School of Health and Population Sciences, College of Medical & Dental Sciences, The University of Birmingham, Edgbaston, Birmingham, B15 2TT, Birmingham, United Kingdom
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Subject
Health Sciences and Human Body
Duration 
3 years
Telephone 
+44 (0)121 414 6893
Fax 
+44 (0)121 414 3158
Website 
http://www.healthsciences.bham.ac.uk



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This popular programme is modular and comprises both University- and clinically-based modules. Throughout all three years you will study certain aspects of the programme with students from the Bachelor of Nursing programme. This shared learning will facilitate your ability to work collaboratively with other professionals in clinical settings.

Physiotherapy and Nursing collectively form the Department of Health Sciences. Undergraduate and postgraduate education is provided through taught and research routes to a variety of home and overseas students.

First year

Modules are centred on the practice of physiotherapy. Practical skills are developed through practice on your peer group. Exploration of various topics relevant to your development as a health professional, such as study skills, professional codes of conduct, cultural competence, ethics and research, will be shared with students on the Bachelor of Nursing programme. A four-week block of clinical experience will take place mid-way through the year, helping to integrate theory and practice.

Second year

This year introduces you to social aspects of health and illness, and continues your studies in clinical sciences. Three six-week clinical modules towards the end of the year enhance your clinical reasoning skills.

Third year

Your third year focuses on issues related to the context of health care. Research skills are refined in your dissertation. One module offers a choice of topics such as sports medicine, acupuncture and hydrotherapy. Academic modules surround the two six-week clinical modules.

Teaching and assessment

A wide variety of teaching methods are used to facilitate learning and encourage the development of self-directed study skills through problem-based learning. Assessment of learning utilises skill logs, practical demonstrations, practice placement assessments, essays, case studies, research reports, portfolio development, dissertation and examinations.

Career opportunities

Physiotherapists are key members of most health care teams and work in public and private sectors at home and abroad, although some countries do require further proof of competence to practise. There are opportunities to develop your practice clinically as a clinical specialist or consultant physiotherapist, or you may choose to enter the fields of education or research.

Professional accreditation

You are eligible to apply to register with both the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy and the Health Professions Council on successful completion of the programme

Entry requirements

  • Number of A levels required: 3
  • Typical offer: ABB
  • Required subjects and grades: A level Biology/Human Biology grade B. International students who do not have GCSE (A–C) in English are required to demonstrate an IELTS score of 7.0, with no less than 6.5 in any band, or equivalent qualification
  • General Studies: not accepted, but a good performance may be taken into account if you fail to meet the conditions of the offer
  • International Baccalaureate Diploma: 34 points including Biology at HL

Other qualifications are considered – see the entry requirements section for full details

Additional information

  1. Applicants are advised to gain insight into the work of the physiotherapist prior to application to ensure informed decision making regarding choice of programme. This may include shadowing (observing) a physiotherapist, visiting websites related to physiotherapy such as that of the CSP, HPC and NHS. The University open days also provide opportunities to explore the scope of physiotherapy practice and an outline of the physiotherapy degree programme.
  2. Evidence of IT and interpersonal skills development are required.
  3. A satisfactory health declaration, including evidence of appropriate immunisations, and a satisfactory Criminal Records Bureau check (enhanced level), are required from accepted candidates before registration for the programme. All students will be required to sign the subject-specific Fitness to Practise Code of Conduct on entry, details of which will be forwarded with an offer letter.
  4. All candidates offered a place will have been interviewed.

Contact details

  • Admissions Tutor: Mrs Carol Rowe
  • Telephone enquiries: +44 (0)121 415 8603
  • Email: j.l.plant@bham.ac.uk

For general information about open days

Main University Switchboard

  • Postal address: The University of Birmingham
    Edgbaston
    Birmingham
    B15 2TT
    United Kingdom
  • Tel: +44 (0)121 414 3344
  • Fax: +44(0)121 414 3971

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