BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy at University College Birmingham

Programme overview

Whether supporting someone to walk again after surgery, recover from a sports injury, or manage a long-term condition, physiotherapists are there through some of life’s biggest challenges. Our Physiotherapy degree is designed to help you build the skills and confidence you need to succeed, whatever your background. You’ll gain a strong understanding of the human body and learn how to assess, treat and support people of all ages and abilities.

Department: Department of Health and Nutrition | Duration: 3 years full-time | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September | Location: Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules include Human Anatomy and Physiology, Introduction to Physiotherapy Practice, Principles of Assessment in Physiotherapy, Practice-based Learning 1, Neurological Studies, Cardiovascular and Respiratory Studies, Musculoskeletal Studies, Research for Physiotherapists, Practice-based Learning 2, Advancing Practice in Physiotherapy, Research for Allied Health Professionals, Practice-based Learning 3.

Career pathways

Career routes include NHS Physiotherapist, from £33,834 to £37,796, senior NHS physiotherapist, from £38,682 to £46,580, sports physiotherapist and NHS Team leader.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Access to Higher Education Diploma : 120 UCAS Tariff points including a minimum of 30 Level 3 credits at Distinction in one of the following subjects: health science, health professional, biomedical science, biosciences, social science and health, science, science for health practitioners. A-levels : Grade profile of BBB, including grade B in biology or physical education. T-levels: A T-level in Science with an overall Merit grade. BTEC : Grade profile of DDM from one of the following subjects: Applied science, applied biomedical science, applied human biology. Sports and exercise science, health and social care - These two subject areas must include an anatomy and physiology unit. DDM can be achieved from either an Extended Diploma or a combination* of smaller BTEC qualifications. * If you are not studying an Extended Diploma in one of the related course subjects above, we will also consider 6, 9 or 12 Unit BTECs in the subject areas stated providing you are also studying additional level 3 qualifications that would sufficiently meet our tariff requirements.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). UK/home full-time tuition; part-time £4,895 per year Source

International applicants: GBP 16,500 a year (2026/27). International full-time tuition; placement-year administration fee (£500 full year / £250 half year) not included Source

Intake: September

Duration: 3 years full-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.ucb.ac.uk/university/undergraduate/how-to-apply/

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