BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy

If you’re fascinated about how our body systems work together to make us function – and how these are affected through illness and injury – our Physiotherapy BSc(Hons) could be for you. Perhaps you’d like to work with people across a variety of settings, which could include a role as a physiotherapist for a sports team through to helping people on an intensive care unit. Accredited by the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy, this course is regulated by the Health and Care Professions Council. You’ll have the chance to delve into the science behind physiotherapy practice, too. On the course, you’ll build the skills and understanding you need to work in this hands-on and rewarding profession. You’ll also work in small groups and individually. Why study Physiotherapy BSc(Hons) We’ve ranked 3rd for Physiotherapy in Yorkshire and the Humber in the Complete University Guide 2026. Also, over 91% of students on this course who participated in the 2025 National Student Survey agreed that teaching and learning opportunities on this course was high quality. Working in our physiotherapy practical rooms and biomechanics laboratory, you’ll have the opportunity to practice your skills for assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation, as well as movement analysis. You’ll also benefit from our excellent links with local healthcare providers (private and NHS) and sports clubs, which provide opportunities for you to undertake practical placements. Also, our Public Partnership Group (PPG) and Health and Wellbeing Academy work together to support your development as a compassionate, person-centred professional. You’ll engage with service users and carers through lectures, discussions, and simulations. Their lived experiences will help to build your communication skills, empathy, and the critical thinking needed to deliver outstanding care across diverse communities. While our Health and Wellbeing Academy offers hands-on placement opportunities through initiatives like Get Set Goal and Restart a Heart. These experiences will help you build skills in communication, public health, leadership, and teamwork while making a real impact in the community. You can benefit, too, from specialist clinical teaching facilities and world-leading research facilities, via the University’s new Daphne Steele Building, which is now open. Exploring all aspects of practice, from neuromusculoskeletal physiotherapy through to cardiovascular conditions, you’ll have the opportunity to build a wide knowledge base. This is designed to prepare you for clinical practice. If you’re keen to help people maximise their potential through physical approaches, education, and empowerment, this course is for you. A healthcare degree like this one will set you up for a career working with people from all walks of life, with a physiotherapy qualification, and the potential to explore further study. Students studying this course may be eligible to receive a non-repayable grant of at least £5,000 each year. Further information is available on the NHS Learning Support Fund website. Not quite ready to start Physiotherapy BSc(Hons) Successful completion of our Health Foundation Pathway leading to a BSc(Hons) Degree will equip you with the foundation knowledge to study Physiotherapy.

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. 128 UCAS tariff points from a combination of Level 3 qualifications including at least 40 points in relevant science subject, 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. 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.