University of Essex

BSc Physiotherapy

University of Essex

Course overview

Physiotherapy is a science-based health care profession committed to extending, applying, evaluating and reviewing the evidence that underpins and informs its practice. Physiotherapists adopt a ‘whole person' approach to maximise the potential of a person's function and movement. Thus, physiotherapists not only help people stay independent for as long as possible after illness or injury, but also help maintain health for people of all ages, preventing disease and managing pain.

The full-time BSc Physiotherapy at the University of Essex is studied over three years. It is designed as a continuous progression of integrated theory and practice, emphasising students being proactive partners in their learning experiences. Physiotherapists are professionals who work in increasingly complex environments. The University produces graduates who demonstrate effective problem-solving and critical-thinking skills, underpinned by a sound physiotherapy knowledge base and appropriate professional skills.

Entry requirements

Applicants will normally be required to attend an interview/Skype interview for acceptance, and acceptance is subject to research expertise in the department

Grade Requirements:

  • A level - BBB

  • Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DDD

  • Access to HE Diploma - D: 15 credits M: 30 credits

  • International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 30 points

  • T Level - D

English Language Requirements:

  • Applicants who don't have English as their first language will be required to have an overall IELTS score of 7.0 with a minimum of 6.5 in each component,  or equivalent.

Scholarships

  • Essex Preparation Programme Bursary

    £250 cash bursary.

    Up to £250

  • Hong Kong Undergraduate Scholarship

    The awards offered are a discount of £5,000 per year for a maximum of three years of full-time undergraduate study, up to a maximum of £15,000.

    Up to £15,000

  • International Baccalaureate Excellence Scholarship

    If you're starting at Essex in 2026-27 and achieve academic excellence in your International Baccalaureate, we will offer you a scholarship of £2,000 for your first year of study.

    Up to £2,000

  • Performance Sports Scholarships and Bursaries

    Tier 1 - Tuition fee discount up to 100%, Tier 2 - Cash bursary (of varying amounts), Tier 3 - Access to the above performance package benefits, with a value of up to £1,500.

  • The Always Essex Staff Discount Scholarship

    33% discount of the first-year tuition fee (first two years for part-time study).

  • The International Undergraduate Scholarship

    The award is offered as a £5,000 discount on your tuition fees for the first year of study in 2026-27 only.

    Up to £5,000

  • The Undergraduate Premium Pathway Scholarship

    You may be eligible for a tuition fee discount of £5,000, for each year of study at Essex up to a maximum of 3 years.

    Up to £5,000

Career opportunities

 

The BSc Physiotherapy from the University of Essex allows graduates to pursue career roles in Physiotherapy, such as:

 

  • Cardio-pulmonary Physiotherapist 

  • Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist 

  • Post-operative Physiotherapist 

  • Sports Physiotherapist 

  • Neurological Physiotherapist.

Cost of study

The tuition fee for the BSc Physiotherapy in the University of Essex is  £22,600 per year for international students. (Fees will increase for each academic year of study.)

Admission

To apply for the course, applicants can apply directly to the university through its online application portal or UCAS. For personalised help with your application, please speak to one of our trained counsellors.

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