BSc Physiotherapy
About this course
BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy, a physiotherapy degree centred on clinical practice, assessment, and patient care. Core topics include Research Methods, Clinical Skills, Communication & Writing, Ethics & Professional Practice. The course is approved by the Health and Care Professions Council and accredited by the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy, incorporating 1000 hours of placement and simulation activities. The first year covers foundational concepts through Building Physiotherapy Practice 1, Foundations in Research, Building Physiotherapy Practice 2 and Placement 1, and Foundations of Professional Practice. The second year progresses into specialised areas with Evidence in Practice, Care of People with Complex Conditions, Developing Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapy Practice, and Professional Placement 2. The final year involves advanced study and extended clinical experience through Research for Practice, Professional Placement 3, Professional Placement 4, and Transition into Professional Practice.
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Entry requirements
To be eligible for this course and bursary under the NHS Wales Bursary Scheme Terms and Conditions , you must be a UK National or Irish National or have been granted Indefinite Leave to Remain in the UK or Ireland. Overseas applicants without settlement status are not eligible for this course. The academic requirements for the course are 120 UCAS tariff points at GCE A-level with a minimum of grade B in Biological Science or Physical Education. Qualifications equivalent to A Level will be taken into account, including (for example) 120 UCAS tariff points from an Access to HE Diploma or level 3 BTECs (Science or Health Studies). We will expect applicants to normally have achieved a minimum of 5 GCSE passes (A*-C, or 9-4) to include Maths, Biological Science and English/Welsh (First Language). Applications are considered individually and on merit, however, you must have: Recent (last 5 years) A Level or equivalent study. 120 UCAS tariff points (if you are a school leaver. Other qualifications that do not carry UCAS points can be taken into account for mature applicants). Experience of a health/social care/third sector settings whether in a voluntary or paid role. Attendance at Wrexham University Open Day or Physiotherapy taster session. All post interview offers of a place on this degree will be conditional on a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. In addition, any acceptance onto the course is subject to Occupational Health Clearance.
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What students say
Based on about 12 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 88%
- Learning opportunities: 72%
- Assessment and feedback: 71%
- Academic support: 93%
- Organisation and management: 77%
- Learning resources: 82%
- Student voice: 84%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 25 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 90%
- Left higher education: 10%
What graduates do next
Based on about 6 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 100%
Most common jobs
- Therapy professionals: 90%
- Caring personal services: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 100%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 85%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 95%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 50 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 15%
- West Midlands: 10%
- East of England: 5%
- South West: 5%
- Wales: 55%
Who gets in
Based on about 25 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 60%
- Access course: 5%
- A degree: 15%
- Other HE qualification: 15%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP).
- Approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) for the purpose of providing eligibility to apply for registration with the HCPC as a physiotherapist.
Modules
- Building Physiotherapy Practice 1
- Foundations in Research
- Building Physiotherapy Practice 2 and Placement 1
- Foundations of Professional Practice
- Evidence in Practice
- Care of People with Complex Conditions
- Developing Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapy Practice
- Developing Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Practice
- Developing Neurological Physiotherapy Practice
- Professional Placement 2
- Research for Practice
- Professional Placement 3
- Professional Placement 4
- Transition into Professional Practice
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Physiotherapy at Wrexham University earn?
The median salary is £28,000 after 15 months, £19,500 after 3 years, £23,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £16,000 and £31,000. The £23,000 median after five years is £10,000 less than the UK median for Physiotherapy.
What do graduates of BSc Physiotherapy at Wrexham University do next?
100% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2022-23).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Physiotherapy at Wrexham University?
88% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2024-25.
What grades do I need for BSc Physiotherapy at Wrexham University?
The average entrant had 123 UCAS points.
Is BSc Physiotherapy at Wrexham University accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP). Approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) for the purpose of providing eligibility to apply for registration with the HCPC as a physiotherapist.
How many students continue on BSc Physiotherapy at Wrexham University?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.