BSc Physiotherapy
About this course
BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy. Core topics include Research Methods, Clinical Skills, and Ethics & Professional Practice. Clinical placements are completed across NHS and private sector settings, meeting the HCPC's required clinical hours. An elective placement offers the option to practise in a different healthcare system. Graduates may apply for HCPC registration and CSP membership.
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Entry requirements
All applicants must demonstrate sufficient professional insight into the breadth of the role of physiotherapists (not just sports injuries) in their personal statement. All applications require a relevant reference with their application. Conditional offers will be made subject to meeting academic entry requirements, and the applicant must attend at least one of the following: An in-person UEL open day/offer holder event An online webinar Face-to-face contact with a profession-specific academic team member from one of the events above Note: The admissions tutor reserves the right to reject an applicant or arrange a formal interview if there are concerns regarding professional suitability encountered during the above events. UCAS tariff points You will need one of the following: 112 UCAS points (standard offer) 96 UCAS points (contextual offer) Read more about contextual offer eligibility. Points must come from a Level 3 qualification listed on the UCAS tariff calculator. Accepted qualifications We accept: A Levels in three subjects – Extended Project Qualifications (EPQ) are not recognised BTEC Extended Diploma – DMM (standard) / MMM (contextual) BTEC Diploma – D*D* (standard) / DD (contextual) Access to HE Diploma T Levels International Baccalaureate – 24 points including a minimum of 15 points at Higher Level Note: There is no advanced standing (i.e. progression into Level 5 Physiotherapy at UEL from any other course of study). Personal training, massage therapy, and beauty therapy courses are not recognised as relevant academic study. We also welcome applications from students taking Level 3 or higher qualifications not listed on the UCAS tariff calculator. These are assessed on a case-by-case basis. Additional requirements You will also need: GCSE English Grade 4/C
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What students say
Based on about 33 final-year students who answered
- Teaching on my course: 95%
- Learning opportunities: 92%
- Assessment and feedback: 87%
- Academic support: 95%
- Organisation and management: 89%
- Learning resources: 83%
- Student voice: 91%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 45 students who started
- Continued on course: 90%
- Left higher education: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 16 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 85%
- Working and studying: 10%
Most common jobs
- Therapy professionals: 90%
- Elementary occupations: 5%
- Managers, directors and senior officials: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 100%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 90%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 100%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 35 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- East Midlands: 5%
- East of England: 25%
- London: 40%
- South East: 15%
- South West: 15%
Who gets in
Based on about 45 students who started
- A levels: 50%
- Access course: 20%
- Foundation course: 5%
- A degree: 5%
- Other HE qualification: 5%
- No formal qualifications: 10%
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, Bronze for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Fundamentals in chemistry and biology
- Health education study skills
- Health and wellbeing in action
- Mental wealth and professional fitness
- Becoming a Professional in Healthcare
- Musculoskeletal Anatomy and Function 1
- Cardiovascular Anatomy and Systems
- Musculoskeletal Anatomy and Function 2
- Introduction to Exercise and Rehabilitation
- Professional Practice (Mental Wealth)
- Neurological Anatomy and Systems
- Practice Placement for Physiotherapy 1
- Respiratory Physiotherapy
- Neurological Physiotherapy
- Interpreting Research Evidence to Inform Practice
- Physiotherapy Rehabilitation
- Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy
- Practice Placement for Physiotherapy 2
- Practice Placement for Physiotherapy 3
- Complex Critical Care
- Research and Professional Development
- Health Promotion and Non-Communicable Diseases
- Enterprise and Innovation
- Practice Placement for Physiotherapy 6 (Elective)
- Practice Placement for Physiotherapy 4
- Practice Placement for Physiotherapy 5
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Physiotherapy at University of East London earn?
The median salary is £32,000 after 15 months, £29,000 after 3 years, £33,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £29,000 and £38,500. The £33,000 median after five years is the same as the UK median for Physiotherapy.
What do graduates of BSc Physiotherapy at University of East London 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 East London?
95% 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 East London?
The typical offer is 24 points in the IB. The average entrant had 132 UCAS points.
Is BSc Physiotherapy at University of East London 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 East London?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.