BSc Physiotherapy
Course overview
The Buckinghamshire New University Physiotherapy programme is a three-year degree that offers a route into the Physiotherapy profession. The course is designed to meet the skills and standards set by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP). The course focuses on helping students become knowledgeable and caring physiotherapists who can work with many patient groups.
This course uses different teaching methods, including face-to-face sessions supported by technology, requiring university attendance no more than three days a week. The course focuses on practical skills and problem-based learning, backed up by lectures, online materials, and tutorials. Professional skills and clinical practice are learned through practical sessions and workshops. Students will also gain experience through clinical placements, preparing them for work in various healthcare settings.
Entry requirements
Candidates are required to submit a personal statement in which they discuss their reasons for applying for the course and other relevant information regarding their studies. A relevant academic and/or employer reference is also required. Students have the option to include their CV along with their applications to show their work experience. All offers are subject to a successful interview, occupational health clearance, and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Grade Requirements:
- Applicants for the BSc Physiotherapy programme need a UCAS tariff score of 112 - 136 points. This usually requires A Levels, BTEC, T Levels, or International Baccalaureate.
- A-level equivalent international qualifications are also accepted.
English Proficiency:
- If English is not your main language, you must have an IELTS score of 7.0 overall, with no individual component score falling below 6.5.
- The university also accepts comparable scores from other approved English language tests, such as PTE, with an overall score of 59 (minimum 51 in all areas), or TOEFL with an overall score of 80 (minimums apply for each section).
Scholarships
BNU Asylum Seeker Scholarship
BNU Refugee Scholarship
Vice Chancellor’s International Student Scholarship
One off fee reduction of £1,500, £3,000 or £5,000 available to all applicants paying overseas fees on their first year of study.
Career opportunities
Graduates holding a BSc in Physiotherapy transition into roles as:
- Clinical Physiotherapist (in hospitals, community, or private clinics)
- Sports Physiotherapist
- Rehabilitation Specialist
- Research Physiotherapist
- Public Health Physiotherapist
- Academic/Lecturer (after further experience)
Cost of study
For international students, the full-time tuition fee for the BSc Physiotherapy at Buckinghamshire New University for the 2025/26 academic year is £15,150 per year.
Admission
Applications for this course are submitted through UCAS. Our experienced advisors are available to help you.
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