Physiotherapy BSc (Hons) at University of Northampton

Programme overview

This degree combines active blended learning with research projects and diverse practice placements. You'll develop the comprehensive knowledge and skills required for a successful career as a registered physiotherapist.

What you will study

Our BSc Physiotherapy programme equips students with the skills required for a successful career in physiotherapy. The curriculum combines theoretical knowledge, practical skills, and real-world practical experiences. Modules include Developing Core Professional Values, Applied Functional Anatomy and Movement, Exploring Population Health, Neurological Practice, Cardiorespiratory Practice, Neuromusculoskeletal Practice, Practice Placement 1, Rehabilitation in Physiotherapy Practice, Complexity Management Throughout the Lifespan, Practice Placement 2, Practice Placement 3, Exploring Evidence to Inform Practice.

Career pathways

Our physiotherapy university courses equip students to enter the physiotherapy profession with confidence, supported by a wide range of practical placement opportunities and a strong emphasis on lifelong learning, digital fluency, effective communication, social innovation, research, and leadership.

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Application information

Entry requirements

You also need one of the following qualifications for our Physiotherapy BSc: Five GCSEs including Maths and English at Grade C and 112 UCAS points, which could comprise of (but not restricted to): A Level: BBC (must include a biology or human biology focus and excludes general studies). The biology module should be at grade B IB: 32 points (include health or science based) BTEC: DMM (include health or science based) Access to HE Diploma: 45 credits at level 3 (with a health or biology focus. To include 30 credits at merit level and 15 at distinction) T Level in health: Merit. English language: Applicants must demonstrate a command of the English Language to allow them to succeed on their programme of study. Where English is not the first language, or the applicant has not been educated mainly in English, they should possess a certificate showing: a minimum overall achievement in IELTS of 7.0, with 6.5 in each component. Applicants will be interviewed to further determine their ability to communicate in English.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). Full-time Source

International applicants: GBP 18,000 a year (2026/27). Full-time, new students Source

Intake: September

Duration: 3 years Full Time

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

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