BSc Physiotherapy
Course overview
University College Birmingham offers a full-time 3-year course in BSc Physiotherapy. Whether it’s helping patients recover from surgery, sports injuries, accidents and strokes or supporting people with disabilities and long-term illnesses, the role of a physiotherapist cannot be underestimated. Our Physiotherapy degree will equip you with the skills to kick-start your career in this rewarding, science-led field. Gaining a strong foundation and knowledge of the course, you will learn how to diagnose and rehabilitate across a range of conditions, as well as how to prevent illness and disease and apply your wealth of knowledge to complex situations. You will gain substantial practical experience honing your physiotherapy skills through work placements in a range of real-life environments.
Entry requirements
Grade Requirements
- Entry to this course requires a UCAS Tariff of 128 points, with level three qualifications accepted at UCB.
- Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) is available in the following subject areas: applied science, applied biomedical science, applied human biology, sports and exercise science, and health and social care.
- A 6, 9, or 12 Unit BTEC in science is required. Provided you are also studying additional level 3 qualifications that would sufficiently meet our tariff requirements.
English Language Requirements
- An IELTS (Academic) BA/BSc – Overall score of 6.0 with no less than 5.5 in each component.
Scholarships
Alumni Scholarship
You will receive either a 25% or a 20% tuition fee scholarship, depending on your academic achievements.
High Achievers Scholarship
70% – 74% - £3,000, 75% – 80% £5,000, 81% and above Full award
International Scholarship Award
Automatic - £1,000
Up to £1,000
Career opportunities
Career prospects for graduates include:
- Physiotherapist
- Sports physiotherapist
- Geriatric physiotherapist
- Pediatric Physiotherapist
- Physiotherapist manager
- Chiropractor
Cost of study
The programme fee for 2026/27 for the BSc Physiotherapy is set at £19,750 (per year); fees may change per annum.
Admission
International students can apply for this course through UCAS or directly to the university using the international student application form. Please speak with our trained advisors for assistance.
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