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BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy

Gain access to excellent links with local NHS Hospital Trusts and other placement providers where you'll complete a minimum of 1,000 hours’ practice placement. On successful completion of the course you'll be eligible to apply for registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) Register for Physiotherapists.

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A physiotherapy student examining a patient's leg while another student observes
UCAS codeB160
Duration3 years
Fee (UK)£9,535
Fee (Int)£17,500
LocationOn campus

Course summary

Physiotherapy is recognised as a healthcare profession where human movement and function are viewed as central components of individual health, wellbeing and quality of life. Physiotherapy uses physical approaches in the prevention and treatment of disease, injury and disability recognising that physical, psychological, social and environmental factors may limit movement and function.

The course content is designed with you in mind, aligning with the direction of the profession. Our goal is to help you become a well-rounded, safe, and effective physiotherapist who can communicate effectively with service users, carers, peers, and other healthcare professionals. By combining scientific knowledge with practical skills, we aim to equip you with the capabilities to practice at the highest level across all areas of the profession. Additionally, you’ll develop essential skills for lifelong learning, empowering you to enhance service delivery and become a future leader in the field.

Upon graduation you'll be eligible to work in multiple organisations. This includes the acute NHS Trusts, GP surgeries, schools, industry, community physical health services, mental health services, learning disability services and social services/local authorities as well as private practice, charities and other non-traditional and third sector organisations. You could also consider a career working in clinical research or teaching, in the UK or overseas.

Accreditations and approvals

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What you'll study

Many of our courses include a range of modules you can choose from. Some of these options may only be available if you’ve already studied specific required modules. If you’re not sure what you need before picking a module, your course leader can help.

Undergraduate module credits should total 120 credits per academic year. If optional modules are available alongside core modules on your course, you should choose an amount that totals 120 credits.

How you'll learn

You'll be taught by a highly-skilled and motivated team with both clinical and teaching expertise. Evidence-based practice is embedded in the course, which ensures you are taught the most current and up to date skills and knowledge. You'll learn through a variety of methods including lectures, presentations, seminars, group work, clinical simulation, self-study, practical clinical and physiotherapy skill sessions, online tutorials and problem-based learning activities. A strong professional identity and confidence to work with various professional groups is an essential part of the course. You'll have the opportunity to work and learn alongside students from other professions and to learn about the other professions through participation in inter-professional education. As this course leads to a professional qualification a minimum attendance level of 80% per semester is required.

Assessment is varied to reflect different styles of learning. You'll be assessed through written coursework assignments, critical reflective practice, oral presentations, poster presentations, and practical and written examinations. You'll be supported by a personal tutor who will offer support with personal and professional development.

You'll also undertake a variety of practice placements (minimum of 1,000 hours) where you may be expected to work outside normal working hours including weekends. Placements can be anywhere in the North East region. Practice placements are arranged by academic tutors and you will be expected to travel daily or stay in local accommodation for the duration of your placement. Practice placements occur in every year of your study and range from four to eight weeks. Please note some placements take place outside the normal University academic calendar.

Entry requirements

Fees and finance

UK£9,535
International£17,500

In addition, you will be expected to buy your books, stationery, travel, and accommodation. For practice placements, you will be provided with a uniform by the University.

A non-repayable grant of £5,000 and extra payments worth up to £3,000 is available to eligible home students for each year of study. Read more about the Training Grant on The NHS Business Services Authority website(opens in new tab).

Undergraduate fees are set according to rules from Government in line with forecast inflation. The fee for your first year of study for 2026/27 will be £9,535. You'll pay tuition fees for every year of study. Fees may increase every year based on the Retail Price Index.

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Disclaimer

We want to make sure you have clear and accurate information about our courses. Our website always shows the latest updates. If you’ve applied and been offered a place, we’ll contact you in writing if anything important changes.

View our programme specifications(opens in new tab) for further information about what the course covers, learning outcomes and the skills you'll gain when you graduate.