London South Bank University

Course overview

The BSc Physiotherapy at London South Bank University trains students to help people recover from injuries, pain, or disability through movement, exercise, and care. Physiotherapists work with people of all ages, from babies to older adults, to improve their physical health after accidents, surgeries, or illnesses. This course provides students with the knowledge and hands-on experience they need to become professional physiotherapists. The Physiotherapy course at London South Bank University is a full-time undergraduate degree that requires three years to complete.

The course is approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP), and students learn how the human body functions, what causes pain or injury, and how to treat patients using exercises, movement, massage, and special equipment. Students will study topics like anatomy and body systems, injury treatment and prevention, and rehabilitation (helping people recover). From year one, students do real work placements in hospitals, clinics, or health centres to practice what they learn in class.

In the BSc Physiotherapy from London South Bank University, students learn through lectures, group work, lab practice, and real-life hospital training. They use human models, exercise equipment, and practice how to speak and treat patients. Students are tested through essays, presentations, exams, and clinical assessments during hospital placements. There is also a final research project in the final year.

Entry requirements

To apply for the physiotherapy course at London South Bank University, students need:

Grade Requirements:

  • A-levels: BBB or similar grades, including Biology or PE.
  • BTEC: Extended Diploma in Health or Science with good grades.
  • GCSEs in English, math, and Science (Grade 4/C or above).

English Proficiency:

  • International students need to provide proof of English proficiency with an IELTS score of 7.0 overall in all skill components.

Scholarships

  • LSBU Pathway Progression Scholarship

    £5,000 discount from headline gross tuition fees for the first year of study.

    Up to £5,000
  • Sports Scholarships

    Sports scholars can receive up to £1500 financial support per annum, as well as assistance in competition travel and entry.

  • The Cambridge Education Group (CEG) Progression Award

    The LSBU Pathway Progression Scholarship offers a £5,000 tuition fee discount for the first year of undergraduate or postgraduate taught study.

    Up to £5,000
  • The Global Success Scholarship

    The Global Success Scholarship is worth up to £4,000 and awarded to international students to provide them a springboard to kickstart their global career at LSBU.

  • The Transnational Education (TNE) Partner Award

    Value: £5,000 tuition fee discount per academic year

    Up to £5,000
  • The Vice Chancellor’s International Merit Award

    £2,000 for each academic year.

    Up to £2,000

Career opportunities

After graduating with a BSc in Physiotherapy from London South Bank University, students can work as:

  • Physiotherapist in hospitals, sports clinics, care homes, or private practice
  • Rehabilitation specialist
  • Community health worker
  • Researcher
  • Pain and injury management expert

Cost of study

In 2025/26, the annual tuition fee for this course is £17,600 per year for international students.

Admission

To apply for the London South Bank University BSc Physiotherapy, applicants can apply through UCAS. If you need help with the application, you can get in touch with our counsellors for detailed guidance.

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