BSc Physiotherapy
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Physiotherapy. Core topics include Research Methods, Clinical Skills, and Communication & Writing. The course is accredited by the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy and regulated by the Health and Care Professions Council, and includes seven blocks of practice-based learning across the three years. Students may be eligible for a non-repayable NHS Learning Support Fund grant of at least £5,000 annually.
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Entry requirements
ABB at A Level including a relevant science subject (Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry, Physics or PE), excluding General Studies and the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ). If you are studying Science A Level, the endorsement for practical work is essential and a requirement for entry to our degree course. DDM in BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in a relevant science subject (not Sport or Health and Social Care). Must contain at least 40% externally examined assessment. 128 UCAS tariff points from a combination of Level 3 qualifications including at least 40 points in relevant science subject (A Level Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry, Physics or PE, BTEC Subsidiary Diploma/National Extended Certificate/Diploma in Applied Science, Medical Science or Sport and Exercise Science, or Level 3 AAQ Extended Certificate in Applied Science, Human Biology or Medical Science), excluding General Studies and the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ). If you are studying Science A Level, the endorsement for practical work is essential and a requirement for entry to our degree course. Access to Higher Education Diploma with at least 45 level 3 credits at Merit or above, 30 of which must be passed at Distinction and must include 15 in a relevant science. 128 UCAS tariff points from International Baccalaureate qualifications including a relevant science at Higher Level at grade 6. Distinction in T Level in Health or Healthcare Science.
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What students say
Based on about 32 final-year students who answered
- Teaching on my course: 88%
- Learning opportunities: 84%
- Assessment and feedback: 83%
- Academic support: 86%
- Organisation and management: 71%
- Learning resources: 89%
- Student voice: 82%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 50 students who started
- Continued on course: 90%
- Left higher education: 5%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 12 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 90%
- Working and studying: 10%
Most common jobs
- Therapy professionals: 85%
- Caring personal services: 5%
- Health associate professionals: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 100%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 80%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 70%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 45 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 5%
- North West: 15%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 60%
- East Midlands: 10%
- South East: 5%
Who gets in
Based on about 70 students who started
- A levels: 70%
- Access course: 4%
- A degree: 10%
- Other HE qualification: 16%
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): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- Enhancing Physiotherapy Practice
- Enterprise, Employability and Leadership
- Practice-Based Learning (PBL) 5, 6 & 7
- Foundations of Professional Inquiry and Development (Physiotherapy)
- Human Structure and Function
- Foundations of Physiotherapy Practice
- Health Promotion and Exercise Therapy
- Impact of Pathology
- Application of Professional Inquiry skills 2 (Physiotherapy)
- Acute Care
- Outpatient and Community Care
- Clinical Rehabilitation
- Practiced-Based Learning (PBL) 2, 3 & 4
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Physiotherapy at University of Huddersfield earn?
The median salary is £30,000 after 15 months, £29,000 after 3 years, £32,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £29,500 and £37,000. The £32,500 median after five years is £500 less than the UK median for Physiotherapy.
What do graduates of BSc Physiotherapy at University of Huddersfield do next?
100% 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 Huddersfield?
88% 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 Huddersfield?
The typical offer is ABB at A level, or 40 points in the IB. The average entrant had 135 UCAS points.
Is BSc Physiotherapy at University of Huddersfield 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 Huddersfield?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.