BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy

A physiotherapy degree at Herts will equip you with essential knowledge and hands-on experience to become a proficient and contemporary physiotherapist. Designed for aspiring healthcare professionals, it covers critical topics such as anatomy, physiology, kinesiology, biomechanics, physiotherapy practice, and electrotherapy.As a student on our physiotherapy course, you will engage in several practical placements. These opportunities will enable you to collaborate with other healthcare professionals, enhancing your interdisciplinary skills.Why choose this courseThis BSc Physiotherapy degree will give you the knowledge and practical experience needed to succeed in a career within the healthcare profession.Valuable work placements offer hands-on industry experience: You will typically complete a two-week practice placement in Semester A, followed by a four-week placement at the end of the first year in Semester C, both of which provide essential experience in real-world settings. In your second year, you can expect to undertake two six-week practice placements, and in your final year, you will complete two additional six-week placements, further enhancing your practical skills and professional network. These placements will allow you to connect the theoretical knowledge and practical skills learned in the university setting to real-life practice situations. During your placements, you will receive support, supervision, and education from highly qualified clinicians while maintaining links to tutors back at the university. Typically, you will be visited at least once during every placement to offer additional support and guidance as needed.Strong employment prospects: Physiotherapy degree graduates are highly sought after. 98% of Herts health, nursing and social care graduates are employed or in further study 15 months after graduation (Graduate Outcomes, 202122).Access to excellent facilities: Your clinical practical skills will be refined in our specialised physiotherapy labs and custom simulation unit.