Physiotherapy
Entry requirements
GCSE: A strong GCSE profile is expected. This is normally at least 5 GCSEs grade B/5 or above to include Mathematics, English and Science and usually obtained in one sitting. Preference is given to applicants who have obtained these grades on application. We will consider Functional Skills Level 2 in Numeracy in place of GCSE Maths. A level: AAB, which must include Biology, Human Biology or PE from 3 A Levels. Excluding Critical Thinking and Citizenship Studies. AS levels are not normally accepted. BTEC National Extended Diplomas and Extended Diplomas: BTEC National Extended Diplomas and Extended Diplomas are considered on an individual basis, depending on the units that are studied. They may be considered on their own or alongside A level biology, human biology, PE, or applied science, subject to the biological content of the BTEC units studied, which will be assessed on application. Access courses: Pass Access (e.g. science, health, nursing, or combined science) with 45 credits at level 3, 36 at Distinction and to include 15 level 3 credits in Biology. Remaining credits at level 3 must be at Merit. T level: Accepted – preference pathways would be Health and Science. Typical offer will be confirmed once an application is received. International Baccalaureate: 34 overall with Higher Level Grade 6 in Biology or Sports, Exercise and Health Science. GCSE equivalence: Higher Level = 4, Standard Level = 5 in Maths, English, and Science. If overseas and not studying English within the IB, applicants must have IELTS 7.0 overall with 6.5 in all elements. Applications from recent graduates: Applications are welcome from graduates who have successfully completed, a degree, or foundation degree, have normally studied within the last 5 years and hold (or will hold) a minimum of a 2:2 classification in a relevant area. A degree in an unrelated area would still be welcome if combined with an additional biological science-based qualification, such as an A level or OU SK299. Other qualifications: Equivalent qualifications may be considered, such as relevant Open University courses (e.g. SK299 Human Biology) if other academic points requirements are met, but not in an appropriate biological science. Enhancing your application: Meeting the academic minimum does not guarantee you a place, you need to make sure that you are strong across all sections of your application form. Read more about Enhancing your application . Interview days: Once your application has been received, we will consider your application to help us reach a decision. If successful at the initial screening stage, you will be invited to an interview. The majority of health courses interview applicants, as this is a requirement of many health regulatory bodies. This applies to all Universities and is vital to the progression of applications. Interviews enable: you to give the best account of your skills, experience and character. us to decide whether you will thrive in the University of Plymouth’s culture. us to explain more about the University, programme and how we work with our students. Find out more about physiotherapy interviews . NHS constitution: University pre-registration programmes for health professionals are required to select their applicants using a ‘values based’ approach. As part of this process, your UCAS personal statement should include evidence of your personal commitment to NHS values laid out in the NHS constitution .
About this course
MPhysio (Hons) in Physiotherapy, covering applied movement science, anatomy and physiological systems. Core topics include Research Methods, Clinical Skills, Ethics & Professional Practice, and Global & Comparative Perspective. The four-year programme integrates five assessed practice placements across NHS trusts, private clinics and community settings, alongside interprofessional learning modules and a research project designed to develop clinical reasoning and evidence-based practice.
Modules
- Applied Movement Science
- Preparation for Practice
- Interprofessional Learning 1
- Therapeutic Exercise in Physiotherapy Practice
- Practice Placement 1
- Fundamentals of Physiotherapy Practice
- Anatomy and physiology for health and well-being
- Relevance of Evidence to Practice
- Interprofessional Learning 2
- Movement for Health: Prescribing Physical Activity for Populations
- Spine in Focus: Clinical Assessment and Management
- Physiotherapy management of cardiorespiratory conditions
- Neurological Physiotherapy: maximising movement and function
- Practice Placement 2
- Practice Placement 3
- Complex Case Management
- Contemporary Physiotherapy Practice
- Public and Global Health
- Inter-professional Working in Health and Social Care
- Project Design for Research
- Practice Placement 4
- Practice Placement 5
- Interprofessional Learning 3
- Enhancing Clinical Reasoning
- Enhancing Physiotherapy Practice
- Research Dissertation
- Contemporary Leadership
- International Perspectives and Practice Requirements for Health and Social Care Practitioners
- Innovation in Healthcare