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BSc Physiotherapy

Northumbria University

Institution
Northumbria University
Level
undergraduate
Subject
Physiotherapy BSc (Hons)
Duration
3 years
UCAS code
B165
Typical offer
A-level CA, UCAS 104-120

Entry requirements

UCAS Tariff: 104 to 120 Tariff Points Subject requirements: Grade C in A-level Science or Health related subject, or a recognised equivalent.

About this course

BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy. Core topics include Clinical Skills, Research Methods, Data Analysis, and Critical & Analytical Thinking. Teaching combines university-based seminars and workshops with practice-based learning across three clinical placements. The final year includes an independent research project.

Modules

  • Skills for Academic Success in a UK University
  • MSK anatomy and physiology
  • Foundations of Physiotherapy Practice
  • Physiotherapy Placement 1
  • Cardiorespiratory anatomy and physiology
  • Neurological anatomy and physiology
  • Academic and Professional Skills
  • Skills for Academic Success in a UK University
  • Acute and Early Management
  • Assessment and management of movement and function
  • Physiotherapy Placement 2
  • Assessment and management of long-term conditions
  • Research Design and Analysis
  • Physical Activity & Health
  • Skills for Academic Success in a UK University
  • Physiotherapy Placement 3
  • Physiotherapy Across the Life Course
  • Clinical reasoning in Physiotherapy
  • Innovation, leadership and preparation for working life
  • SER UG Project