Manchester Metropolitan University

Physiotherapy

Manchester Metropolitan UniversityManchester, United Kingdom

Course overview

Part of the medical team helping a mother to regain movement after a stroke. Getting an athlete back on the pitch after tearing his anterior cruciate ligament. Easing a 4 year's old long-term breathing problems, caused by cystic fibrosis.

All of these scenarios have one thing in common; a physiotherapist. Amongst a team of skilled healthcare professionals – including doctors and nurses – physiotherapists independently identify, assess and analyse physical problems caused by injury, illness or ageing and treat them by taking a holistic approach using skills such as manual therapy, exercise or t

Key highlights

  • Covers treating stroke, sports injuries and long-term breathing conditions
  • Learn to independently identify, assess and analyse physical problems
  • Holistic treatment approach using manual therapy and exercise
  • Prepares you to work alongside doctors, nurses and other professionals

Entry requirements

  • A-level: ABB — ABB at A Level UCAS tariff points Grades ABB at A Level or equivalent qualifications.
  • BTEC: DDD — BTEC National Extended Diploma
  • Access to HE Diploma — in a relevant subject will be considered with at least 45 credits at Level 3, preferably in Sciences/Health Professions but would consider Health and Social Ca
  • GCSE: C/4 or above — to include English Language, Mathematics, Science

Scholarships

  • International Undergraduate Scholarships

    £2,000 for each year of your degree.

    Up to £2,000
  • Sanctuary Scholarship

  • Sports Scholarship

    The total package is worth up to £10,000 per year. Additional support is available for exceptional applicants.

  • Vice-Chancellor’s International Regional Scholarship

    Value: 50% of tuition fees in the first year of study.

    Up to 50% of fees

Careers this course leads to

  • Physiotherapist
  • Musculoskeletal physiotherapist
  • Sports physiotherapist
  • Respiratory physiotherapist
  • Neurological physiotherapist
  • Paediatric physiotherapist

Cost of study

UK/Home: £9,535 per year | International: £21,500 per year

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to Manchester Metropolitan University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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