BSc Physiotherapy
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Physiotherapy, combining anatomical and physiological study with clinical practice. Core topics include Research Methods, Clinical Skills, and Ethics & Professional Practice. The programme includes multiple six-week clinical placement blocks and is approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and accredited by the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP). A literature review module offers the opportunity to undertake independent research.
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Entry requirements
Most importantly, you need ambition. Together with our support and opportunities, you can go further than you ever thought possible. Our typical offer for this course is 120 UCAS points . But there’s no ceiling on ambition. Remember, we look at your whole application – not just grades. Achievements, work experience, extracurricular activities: they all count here. We also consider qualifications and experience from the UK and worldwide that may not exactly match those listed. Not sure if you’ll meet the entry requirements? Talk to our Admissions team today . We’ll look at your circumstances, give you personalised guidance and help you understand your options, one of which could be a Foundation Year . Applicants should have A level Biology/Applied Science at Grade C or above (or merit from relevant BTEC). Applicants taking the reformed A-level must also Pass the practical element. Applicants should also have GCSE English and Mathematics at Grade 4 or C or above (or equivalent). Other requirements Occupational Health checks to ensure that students are medically fit to undertake the programme. All students need a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance. Offers are subject to satisfactory references. Shortlisted candidates are required to attend an interview. Alternative qualifications IB Diploma: 30 points including 5 in Higher Level Biology. BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma / BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM in a relevant Applied Science subject, Sport or Sport and Exercise Science. Please note that Health and Social Care subjects are not accepted. BTEC National Diploma/ Diploma in ‘Applied Science’ or ‘Sport’ or ‘Sport and Exercise Science’ at MM plus 1A-Level or Equivalent to meet the 120 UCAS points requirement. BTEC National Extended Certificate/BTEC Subsidiary Diploma in ‘Applied Science’ or ‘Sport’ or ‘Sports and Exercise Science’ at M plus 2 A-Levels or Equivalent to meet the 120 UCAS points requirement. BTEC equivalent qualifications such as OCR Cambridge Technicals (we do not accept the certificate alone)/WJEC Applied Diplomas (we do not accept certificates) and NCFE Extended Diploma qualifications are accepted, if they contain sufficient biological science/sport and exercise science modules. T-Levels: distinction in a course in Health (with the occupational specialism ‘supporting therapy teams’) or Healthcare Science (with the occupational specialism ‘assisting with healthcare science’) will be considered.
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What students say
Based on about 14 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 97%
- Learning opportunities: 87%
- Assessment and feedback: 91%
- Academic support: 100%
- Organisation and management: 94%
- Learning resources: 94%
- Student voice: 92%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 20 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 95%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 12 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 90%
- Working and studying: 5%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Therapy professionals: 85%
- Process, plant and machine operatives: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 100%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 100%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 100%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 440 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 1%
- North West: 1%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 89%
- East Midlands: 5%
- West Midlands: 1%
- East of England: 1%
- South East: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 25 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 95%
- Access course: 5%
- Other HE qualification: 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): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Anatomy for Physiotherapy Practice
- Physiology for Physiotherapy Practice
- Foundations of Professional Practice
- Acute and Community Rehabilitation
- Exercise, Physical Activity, and Health Promotion
- Clinical and Professional Development 1
- Cardio-respiratory Physiotherapy
- Neurological Physiotherapy
- Clinical and Professional Development 2 and 3
- Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy
- Applying Research Methods
- Physiotherapy Literature Review
- Education for Enhancing Clinical Practice
- Complex Integrated Rehabilitation
- Innovations and Enterprise
- Clinical and Professional Development 4 and 5
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Physiotherapy at University of Hull earn?
The median salary is £29,000 after 15 months, £27,000 after 3 years, £30,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £22,500 and £37,000. The £30,500 median after five years is £2,500 less than the UK median for Physiotherapy.
What do graduates of BSc Physiotherapy at University of Hull do next?
95% 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 Hull?
97% 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 Hull?
The typical offer is 30 points in the IB. The average entrant had 133 UCAS points.
Is BSc Physiotherapy at University of Hull 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 Hull?
95% of students continued into their second year, and 0% left higher education.