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Physiotherapy BSc (Hons)
Birmingham Newman University, Birmingham, United Kingdom
36 monthsProgram duration
YesScholarships
Anatomy and PhysiologyMain Subject Area
Program overview
Main Subject
Anatomy and Physiology
Degree
BSc
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
Our Physiotherapy degree will enable you to develop the core expertise, knowledge and skills demanded of physiotherapy professionals in a number of different clinical settings and environments. The global demand for qualified physiotherapists means that career opportunities are excellent in the UK and further afield.
Our programme is developed in partnership with our skilled academic staff, clinical practice partners and experts by experience. The course at Birmingham Newman University, puts patients at the centre of care delivery. As a physiotherapy student at Birmingham Newman you will develop into a professional who can assess and manage the health needs of people, at some of the most challenging times of their lives.
During your programme of study at Birmingham Newman University, you will learn about the structure and function of the human body in the context of health, disease, disorder and dysfunction, across the lifespan. With our expert guidance, you’ll explore the theories and physiotherapy approaches that can be used to enhance movement and minimise loss of function, focusing on the musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, respiratory and neurological systems. Our experienced and skilled team will help you develop knowledge of the biomedical and behavioural science that underpins physiotherapy practice, and gain skills in physical assessment, treatment and ongoing management. We’ll support you to develop interpersonal skills, such as respecting and prioritising the needs and choices of individual service users, their carers and families, along with their cultural, social and religious backgrounds. We’ll also focus on helping you gain an understanding of the political, social and economic factors that are influencing the current and future delivery of physiotherapy, health and social care services.
As part of the course you will undertake a range of practice placements to help you become a rounded physiotherapist. Your placement learning experiences may be within community, hospital or home environment settings, including non patient facing environments, and at a location anywhere within the West Midlands and potentially into neighbouring counties. While on placement you will be supported, supervised and assessed to develop your knowledge and skills.
We are committed to providing excellent, innovative, learning, teaching and assessment experiences, through lectures, seminars, skills simulation, virtual learning as well as meaningful input from our practice partners and experts by experience.
Whilst on the course you will benefit from some of the best university facilities of their kind, including clinical skills suites and our state-of-the-art immersive suite. Our experienced and enthusiastic teaching team will provide full support to help you achieve your ambitions
Our BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy course has been designed to comply with the requirements of the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP). On successful completion of the BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy you will be eligible to apply for entry onto the HCPC register as a Physiotherapist and apply for membership of the CSP.
This highly respected course represents your first step into a profession it is a privilege to join.
Program overview
Main Subject
Anatomy and Physiology
Degree
BSc
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
Our Physiotherapy degree will enable you to develop the core expertise, knowledge and skills demanded of physiotherapy professionals in a number of different clinical settings and environments. The global demand for qualified physiotherapists means that career opportunities are excellent in the UK and further afield.
Our programme is developed in partnership with our skilled academic staff, clinical practice partners and experts by experience. The course at Birmingham Newman University, puts patients at the centre of care delivery. As a physiotherapy student at Birmingham Newman you will develop into a professional who can assess and manage the health needs of people, at some of the most challenging times of their lives.
During your programme of study at Birmingham Newman University, you will learn about the structure and function of the human body in the context of health, disease, disorder and dysfunction, across the lifespan. With our expert guidance, you’ll explore the theories and physiotherapy approaches that can be used to enhance movement and minimise loss of function, focusing on the musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, respiratory and neurological systems. Our experienced and skilled team will help you develop knowledge of the biomedical and behavioural science that underpins physiotherapy practice, and gain skills in physical assessment, treatment and ongoing management. We’ll support you to develop interpersonal skills, such as respecting and prioritising the needs and choices of individual service users, their carers and families, along with their cultural, social and religious backgrounds. We’ll also focus on helping you gain an understanding of the political, social and economic factors that are influencing the current and future delivery of physiotherapy, health and social care services.
As part of the course you will undertake a range of practice placements to help you become a rounded physiotherapist. Your placement learning experiences may be within community, hospital or home environment settings, including non patient facing environments, and at a location anywhere within the West Midlands and potentially into neighbouring counties. While on placement you will be supported, supervised and assessed to develop your knowledge and skills.
We are committed to providing excellent, innovative, learning, teaching and assessment experiences, through lectures, seminars, skills simulation, virtual learning as well as meaningful input from our practice partners and experts by experience.
Whilst on the course you will benefit from some of the best university facilities of their kind, including clinical skills suites and our state-of-the-art immersive suite. Our experienced and enthusiastic teaching team will provide full support to help you achieve your ambitions
Our BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy course has been designed to comply with the requirements of the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP). On successful completion of the BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy you will be eligible to apply for entry onto the HCPC register as a Physiotherapist and apply for membership of the CSP.
This highly respected course represents your first step into a profession it is a privilege to join.
Admission requirements
Exam Scores
Important Dates
BTEC: Grade profile of DDM. This can be achieved from either an Extended National Diploma (Sport and Exercise Science, Health Science or Applied Science preferred) or a combination of smaller BTEC qualifications.
T-levels: A T-level in Science with an overall Merit grade.
Other Level 3 qualifications are also accepted for entry. Please contact the admissions team for further information.
Graduate Entry: A 2:2 or above in a related area will also be considered.
Plus:
GCSE/IGCSE English language and maths grades 9-4/A*-C or equivalent
GCSE/IGCSE biology or human biology grade 9-4/A*-C or equivalent*
* Pass in a biology-focused module, e.g. anatomy and physiology, human biology, as part of a relevant Level 3 qualification is regarded as an equivalent for entrance.
If English is not your first language, you must have an IELTS score of 7.0, with no element below 6.5. (Other English language qualifications are also accepted. Please contact admissions for further information).
Students must have achieved these before commencing on the three year programme.
Students must also complete an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
The Admissions team will use the entrance criteria, as well as the personal statement, reference and work experience information, to shortlist candidates for interview. Successful applicants will be invited to an interview. Candidates will be assessed on their motivation and understanding of the role of a physiotherapist and familiarity with NHS Constitution and Values as well as the requirements of an HCPC registered professional.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Recognition of Prior Experiential Learning (RPEL) can be applied for this programme. All RPL claims for HCPC programmes as scrutinised on an individual basis and are also assessed by an external examiner as part of the School of Nursing and Allied Health RPL/RPEL process.
Please note that equivalency tests or short GCSE courses are not acceptable for entry onto the BSc (Hons) in Physiotherapy.
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