BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy at University of Gloucestershire

Programme overview

Physiotherapy is a science-based healthcare profession where practitioners use their skills to improve and manage a wide range of medical conditions. Physiotherapists help people affected by illness, injury or disability through movement and exercise, manual therapy, education and advice.

What you will study

Compulsory modules. Level 4 (Year 1): Physiotherapy Practice (1), Functional Anatomy, Systems Anatomy & Physiology, Exercise, Health & Wellbeing, Scientific Enquiry, Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapy (1); Level 5 (Year 2): Physiotherapy Practice (2), Physiotherapy Practice (3), Integrated Care, Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy, Neurological Physiotherapy, Research Design & Analysis; Level 6 (final year): Physiotherapy Practice 4, Physiotherapy Practice 5, Independent Project, Leadership & Innovation, Rehabilitation Skills in Long-term Condition Management, Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapy (2).

Career pathways

Through our excellent links with local healthcare partners, you’ll have access to a variety of high quality placements throughout your studies, giving you hands-on experience which will enable you to be career-ready when you graduate.

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Application information

Entry requirements

128 UCAS tariff points, ABB at A levels including a grade B or above in Biology, Human Biology or PE. DDD at BTEC when the core subject is science-based, or a Distinction in your T-Level in a science based subject. Access to HE Diploma from a QAA recognised Access to HE course in a science-based subject or Health Professions. Applicants required to meet 128 tariff points (example of achieving this would be 30 distinctions and 15 merits). Entry to this course is by interview. Check out our Interview Guide to learn what to expect and help you prepare. An understanding of the Physiotherapist role and evidence of work experience in Physiotherapy or similar caring is also useful. Additional requi UCAS code B160.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). First-year tuition fee for the full-time course; fees increase for subsequent years. Placement-year fee charged separately. Source

International applicants: GBP 17,950 a year (2026/27). International undergraduate fee (fee band C) per taught year; 2026/27 table, inflationary uplifts may apply in later years. Source

Intake: September 2027; September 2028

Duration: 3 years full-time

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