BSc Physiotherapy
Entry requirements
Applicants need to achieve: A minimum of three GCSEs at grade C+/4 (or equivalent) which must include an English-based subject, Mathematics and Health and Social Care or Science subject. Equivalent qualifications include Key Skills level 2; Learn Direct Level 2 and Functional Skills Level 2. Sciences at GCSE could include Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Health and Social Care or Physical Education Please note we do NOT accept GCSE Short Courses or GCSE Equivalence Tests from other institutions or organisations. Plus Either 120+ UCAS points A Levels: BBB from three A Levels including a Science subject e.g. Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Physical Education, or Social Science (e.g. Health & Social Care, Psychology) Excluding General Studies, Critical Thinking and Extended Project T Levels: Equivalent to 120+ UCAS points in Health or Healthcare Science BTEC QCF Extended National Diploma at a DDM or above in a Science based subject such as Sport and Exercise Science, Health Science or Applied Science Access to HE Diploma (60 credits) : of which a minimum of 45 must be at Level 3 (120 UCAS point equivalence, minimum 30 credits at distinction) in Health or Science subject. If applying with an Access course you only need GCSE Mathematics and English Language at grade C/4 or above or accepted equivalent. You are not required to hold three GCSEs in total and GCSE Science is not required Not met the entry for this course? Did you know you could become a Physiotherapist within 4 years? Why not discover more information about our new Foundation Year courses and what you need to get onto them. Please visit Foundation Year Courses to find out more. The first year of this four year course is taught at Wolverhampton Campus. Have you also considered other careers in Health? Did you know we also offer a Podiatry qualification? Please visit the Institute of Health for more information and what other opportunities we have here at the University. Use the UCAS Tariff calculator to check your q
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What students say
Based on about 28 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 81%
- Learning opportunities: 81%
- Assessment and feedback: 83%
- Academic support: 77%
- Organisation and management: 68%
- Learning resources: 71%
- Student voice: 77%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 35 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 85%
- Left higher education: 10%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 17 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 80%
- Working and studying: 5%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Therapy professionals: 90%
- Caring personal services: 5%
- Artistic, literary and media occupations: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 100%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 70%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 100%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 30 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 5%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 5%
- West Midlands: 80%
- East of England: 5%
- South East: 5%
Who gets in
Based on about 40 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 90%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- 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.
- Accredited by the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP).
TEF 2023 (whole university): Bronze overall, Bronze for student experience, Bronze for student outcomes.
Modules
- Introduction to Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapy
- Introduction to Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy
- Introduction to Neurological Physiotherapy
- Succeeding at University: Preparing for Professional Practice
- Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapy Practice
- Developing Professional Practice
- Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Practice
- Neurological Physiotherapy Practice
- Leadership and Service Improvement
- Physiotherapy Employability and Clinical Competence
- Physiotherapy Practice in Specialist Populations
- Practice Placement 5
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Physiotherapy at University of Wolverhampton earn?
The median salary is £30,000 after 15 months, £22,500 after 3 years, £22,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £16,500 and £34,500. The £22,500 median after five years is £10,500 less than the UK median for Physiotherapy.
What do graduates of BSc Physiotherapy at University of Wolverhampton 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 Wolverhampton?
81% 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 Wolverhampton?
The typical offer is BBB at A level. The average entrant had 111 UCAS points.
Is BSc Physiotherapy at University of Wolverhampton accredited?
Yes. 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. Accredited by the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP).
How many students continue on BSc Physiotherapy at University of Wolverhampton?
85% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.