BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy at University of Winchester

Programme overview

At Winchester, we believe physiotherapy education should be as dynamic and people focused as the profession itself. Our contemporary programme, designed with extensive input from students, service users, and healthcare partners, puts you at the centre of authentic learning experiences from day one. You'll learn from physiotherapists who practice across specialties including neurology, sports rehabilitation, and oncology, bringing their real-world insights directly to your education.

Duration: 3 years full-time | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September | Location: Winchester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1: Leadership Development 1: Professional Self and Practice Based Learning, Anatomy, Physiology and Clinical Science, Fundamental Clinical Assessment Skills, Introduction to Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapy Practice, Introduction to Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Practice, Introduction to Neurological Physiotherapy Practice. Year 2: Practice Based Learning, Prehabilitation, Acute and In-patient Physiotherapy, Outpatient and Community based Physiotherapy, Applied Research Skills, Leadership Development 2: Collaborative Practice. Year 3: Research Dissertation, Leadership Development 3: Managing Change as an Autonomous Professional, Criticality in Contemporary Physiotherapy, Level 6 Practice Based Learning

Career pathways

Physiotherapy graduates from Winchester enjoy outstanding employment outcomes. We're among the top universities in the UK for graduate prospects (Complete University Guide 2025), and our students are quick to secure roles across various healthcare settings. Many of our graduates begin in NHS Band 5 rotational positions, with several progressing rapidly to Band 6 roles within two years. Others move directly into specialised positions in areas like sports rehabilitation or join private practices.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Typical offer: 120-128 points. Our offers are typically made using UCAS tariff points to allow you to include a range of level 3 qualifications and as a guide, the requirements for this course are equivalent to: A-Levels: BBB-ABB from 3 A Levels or equivalent grade combinations (e.g. BBB is comparable to ABC in terms of tariff points). BTEC/CTEC: DDM from BTEC or Cambridge Technical (CTEC) qualifications. National Extended Certificate/ Foundation Diploma/ Technical Diploma/ Extended Diplomas in Applied Science. International Baccalaureate: 120-128 UCAS tariff points. To include a minimum of grade 5 in Standard or Higher level English and Maths and a minimum of grade 5 in a Higher level Science. T-Level - Merit or Distinction/ Distinction* in Health, Healthcare Science or Science. A science A-level or equivalent at grade C or above. Biology or human biology are preferred, but other sciences are acceptable. Level 3 BTEC science qualifications graded merit or above are considered on an individual basis. Applicants to this course are expected to attend an interview at the University. Our Admissions Team will be in contact with further information about the format of the interview on receipt of your application. In addition to level 3 study, the following GCSE’s are required: GCSEs in Mathematics and English Language at grade 4 or C, or higher.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Year 1 tuition fee; the fee for later years is set under the University terms and conditions. Applies to UK, Channel Islands, Isle of Man and Republic of Ireland students. Source

International applicants: GBP 16,700 a year (2026/27). Year 1 tuition fee; the fee for later years is set under the University terms and conditions. Source

Intake: September

Duration: 3 years full-time

Apply through the official page: https://digital.ucas.com/coursedisplay/courses/4c7bdb56-3c8e-4992-b00e-1c4abd5ebdfe

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