Physiotherapy, BSc (Hons) - Degree Apprenticeship at University of Lancashire

Programme overview

Degree apprenticeship in physiotherapy combining university and practice-based modules with work in a physiotherapy setting. It is accredited by the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy and includes approximately 1,000 hours of assessed clinical practice.

Faculty: School of Health, Social Work and Sport | Duration: 3 years | Intake: September 2026; September 2027 | Study mode: degree apprenticeship | Location: Preston, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 modules include Foundations in Physiotherapy Practice, Ageing Well and Professionalism in Practice. Year 2 covers Living Well, Starting Well and Physiotherapy in Practice 1, and Year 3 covers Research and Ethical Considerations for the Allied Health Professions, Developing Leadership in the Allied Health Professions, Wider Perspectives in Clinical Practice and Physiotherapy in Practice 2.

Career pathways

Graduates can apply for HCPC registration, required to practise as a Chartered Physiotherapist, and can apply for full CSP membership. Most graduates work in the NHS, with others in private practice, sport, industry, clinics and charities, or continue to postgraduate study.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Five GCSEs at grade 5 or above including English Language, Maths and one Science, plus one of: UCAS 128 points at A2 (ABB) including one Science (Biology/Human Biology preferred; Psychology, Sociology and PE acceptable; General Studies excluded); BTEC National Diploma DDM in a relevant subject; Irish Leaving Certificate AAABB including Biology; Scottish Highers ABBBB including Biology; International Baccalaureate 34 points. Applicants whose first language is not English need IELTS 7.0 with no element below 6.5. Non-standard qualifications and relevant work or life experience are considered; those who have not studied in the last three years may need to undertake study before applying. Employer provides enhanced DBS and occupational health clearance. An unsuccessful application cannot be repeated in the same UCAS cycle.

Intake: September 2026; September 2027

Duration: 3 years

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