BSc Physiotherapy
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Physiotherapy. Core topics include Research Methods and Clinical Skills. Clinical placements run throughout the course, with an introductory placement in the first year and six-week blocks in the second and third years. The course is approved by the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) and the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). Students complete an independent project in their final year.
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Entry requirements
Entry requirements Typical Offers 128 UCAS tariff points, ABB at A levels including a grade B or above in Biology, Human Biology or PE. DDD at BTEC when the core subject is science-based, or a Distinction in your T-Level in a science based subject. Access to HE Diploma from a QAA recognised Access to HE course in a science-based subject or Health Professions. Applicants required to meet 128 tariff points (example of achieving this would be 30 distinctions and 15 merits). Entry to this course is by interview. Check out our Interview Guide to learn what to expect and help you prepare. An understanding of the Physiotherapist role and evidence of work experience in Physiotherapy or similar caring is also useful. Additional requirements English Language and Maths Grade 4/C in GCSE (or equivalent) are normally required. Disclosure and Barring Service Clearance You must declare at the point of application and interview any criminal convictions (spent and otherwise), as this will determine your eligibility to progress through the application process. Once you have been offered and accepted a place on your programme, you will need to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check (adult and child workforce) and send a copy of the DBS certificate to our admissions team. If you have any criminal convictions, a risk assessment will be undertaken to determine your suitability for the programme and profession. All successful applicants MUST complete an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, and this is at the applicant’s expense. Applicants MUST sign up to
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What students say
Based on about 22 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 91%
- Learning opportunities: 90%
- Assessment and feedback: 94%
- Academic support: 100%
- Organisation and management: 88%
- Learning resources: 89%
- Student voice: 100%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 35 students who started
- Continued on course: 95%
- Left higher education: 5%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 8 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 75%
- Working and studying: 10%
Most common jobs
- Therapy professionals: 85%
- Sales occupations: 5%
- Health associate professionals: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 100%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 90%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 90%
Who gets in
Based on about 35 students who started
- A levels: 70%
- Access course: 10%
- A degree: 10%
- Other HE qualification: 5%
- Other qualifications: 5%
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.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Physiotherapy Practice (1)
- Functional Anatomy
- Systems Anatomy & Physiology
- Exercise, Health & Wellbeing
- Scientific Enquiry
- Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapy (1)
- Physiotherapy Practice (2)
- Physiotherapy Practice (3)
- Integrated Care
- Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy
- Neurological Physiotherapy
- Research Design & Analysis
- Physiotherapy Practice 4
- Physiotherapy Practice 5
- Independent Project
- Leadership & Innovation
- Rehabilitation Skills in Long-term Condition Management
- Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapy (2)
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Physiotherapy at University of Gloucestershire earn?
The median salary is £30,000 after 15 months. After fifteen months the middle half of graduates earn between £30,000 and £31,000. The £30,000 median after fifteen months is the same as the UK median for Physiotherapy.
What do graduates of BSc Physiotherapy at University of Gloucestershire do next?
90% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Physiotherapy at University of Gloucestershire?
91% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Physiotherapy at University of Gloucestershire?
The typical offer is ABB at A level. The average entrant had 154 UCAS points.
Is BSc Physiotherapy at University of Gloucestershire 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 University of Gloucestershire?
95% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.