BSc PHYSIOTHERAPY
BSC PHYSIOTHERAPY
Our three-year physiotherapy programme focuses on working with people to maximise their functional ability – and their potential. Whether your client’s condition is recovering, stable or deteriorating, we’ll equip you with the necessary skills to help them overcome their challenges.
Our course focuses on body systems, and exploring how they impact on the body’s ability to move and function effectively. Core areas include neuromuscular, musculoskeletal, cardiovascular and respiratory therapy in both acute and primary care settings.
Our interdisciplinary ethos means that you’ll be studying with students from therapies that you’ll encounter in your working life. Inter-professional teamwork will be a central element of your career, and UEA remains one of the leading UK universities in offering this approach.
As you develop a sound knowledge of the clinical sciences that underpin human function and dysfunction, you’ll start hands-on practice. You’ll focus on the specific needs of each client or client group, and you’ll become expert in understanding specific psychological, cultural, and social factors in the context of care, as well as learning about due consideration of the needs and abilities of others involved with the client, including carers and other health and social care workers.
You’ll learn how to apply problem-solving and clinical reasoning to assess and evaluate a client’s health. You’ll master specific assessment and treatment techniques. You’ll gain understanding of how to manage both yourself and those around you. And you’ll develop and hone the interpersonal skills key to enabling the negotiation of action plans, and to engaging effectively with patients, carers, and the multidisciplinary healthcare team.
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Choose to study physiotherapy and you could have an incredibly positive impact on people’s lives, helping them overcome physical setbacks and get back on their feet – often literally. It’s a career ideally suited to great listeners who are able to piece together the physical with the emotional to build a complete picture – and to anyone one who likes going beyond the theory and actually making things happen.
Our innovative approach is both varied and interactive and is based on the very latest research.
You’ll have access to our superb, dedicated learning facilities, including our anatomy room and assistive technology suite. So you’ll develop the solid academic grounding and practical skills you’ll need to kick-start your career.
Our course is fully approved by and prepares you for registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).

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Important Information
Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the courses listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the regular review of course programmes. Where this activity leads to significant (but not minor) changes to programmes, there will normally be prior consultation of students and others. Changes may for example consist of variations to the content and method of delivery of programmes, courses and other services, to discontinue programmes, courses and other services and to merge or combine programmes or courses. The University will endeavour to keep such changes to a minimum, and will inform students.Accreditation
This course is accredited by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) for the purpose of providing eligibility to apply for registration with the HCPC as a physiotherapist

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After the Course
You’ll graduate ready to begin your career as a therapist. Our graduates are known for being capable candidates who are well prepared for modern health and social care services. On graduation, you will be eligible to apply for registration with the Health and Care Professions Council and can look forward to a lifelong career as a qualified health professional.
There will be numerous roles available to you within the NHS, private sector, voluntary sectors, industry, research and education – the opportunities are endless. We’ll support you in developing your portfolio and will work closely with you to get your career off to the best start.
Career destinations
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NHS
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Private independent practice
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Armed Forces
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Industry/occupational health
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Sport and leisure
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Voluntary and charity sectors
Discover more on our Careers webpages.

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Assessment for Year 1
We’ll assess each module you complete using a range of methods, online MCQs, practical assessments and portfolio evidence. Written work will be based on critical enquiry and professional reasoning, including a biopsychosocial case study and journal article, as well as poster presentations, viva voce (oral examinations), and a problem-based essay.
You’ll receive feedback throughout, so that you can reflect on your practice and learning, helping you identify your strengths, as well as any areas you may need to work on.
Assessment for Year 2
We’ll assess each module you complete using a range of methods, online MCQs, practical assessments and portfolio evidence. Written work will be based on critical enquiry and professional reasoning, including a biopsychosocial case study and journal article, as well as poster presentations, viva voce (oral examinations), and a problem-based essay.
You’ll receive feedback throughout, so that you can reflect on your practice and learning, helping you identify your strengths, as well as any areas you may need to work on.
Assessment for Year 3
We’ll assess each module you complete using a range of methods, online MCQs, practical assessments and portfolio evidence. Written work will be based on critical enquiry and professional reasoning, including a biopsychosocial case study and journal article, as well as poster presentations, viva voce (oral examinations), and a problem-based essay.
You’ll receive feedback throughout, so that you can reflect on your practice and learning, helping you identify your strengths, as well as any areas you may need to work on.
Assessment for Year 1
We’ll assess each module you complete using a range of methods, online MCQs, practical assessments and portfolio evidence. Written work will be based on critical enquiry and professional reasoning, including a biopsychosocial case study and journal article, as well as poster presentations, viva voce (oral examinations), and a problem-based essay.
You’ll receive feedback throughout, so that you can reflect on your practice and learning, helping you identify your strengths, as well as any areas you may need to work on.
Important Information
Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the modules listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the annual monitoring, review and update of modules. Where this activity leads to significant (but not minor) changes to programmes and their constituent modules, the University will endeavour to consult with students and others. It is also possible that the University may not be able to offer a module for reasons outside of its control, such as the illness of a member of staff. In some cases optional modules can have limited places available and so you may be asked to make additional module choices in the event you do not gain a place on your first choice. Where this is the case, the University will inform students.Assessment for Year 2
We’ll assess each module you complete using a range of methods, online MCQs, practical assessments and portfolio evidence. Written work will be based on critical enquiry and professional reasoning, including a biopsychosocial case study and journal article, as well as poster presentations, viva voce (oral examinations), and a problem-based essay.
You’ll receive feedback throughout, so that you can reflect on your practice and learning, helping you identify your strengths, as well as any areas you may need to work on.
Important Information
Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the modules listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the annual monitoring, review and update of modules. Where this activity leads to significant (but not minor) changes to programmes and their constituent modules, the University will endeavour to consult with students and others. It is also possible that the University may not be able to offer a module for reasons outside of its control, such as the illness of a member of staff. In some cases optional modules can have limited places available and so you may be asked to make additional module choices in the event you do not gain a place on your first choice. Where this is the case, the University will inform students.Assessment for Year 3
We’ll assess each module you complete using a range of methods, online MCQs, practical assessments and portfolio evidence. Written work will be based on critical enquiry and professional reasoning, including a biopsychosocial case study and journal article, as well as poster presentations, viva voce (oral examinations), and a problem-based essay.
You’ll receive feedback throughout, so that you can reflect on your practice and learning, helping you identify your strengths, as well as any areas you may need to work on.
Important Information
Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the modules listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the annual monitoring, review and update of modules. Where this activity leads to significant (but not minor) changes to programmes and their constituent modules, the University will endeavour to consult with students and others. It is also possible that the University may not be able to offer a module for reasons outside of its control, such as the illness of a member of staff. In some cases optional modules can have limited places available and so you may be asked to make additional module choices in the event you do not gain a place on your first choice. Where this is the case, the University will inform students.Entry Requirements
Degree classification
Degree of Bachelor of ScienceDegree subject
PhysiotherapyA Levels
AAB or ABB with an A in the Extended Project, including A level Biology, Human Biology or PE.BTEC
DDD - see below for accepted subjects.Scottish highers
AAAAA including Biology, Human Biology or PE.Scottish highers advanced
BBC including Biology, Human Biology or PE.Irish leaving certificate
4 subjects at H2 and 2 subjects at H3, including Biology, Human Biology or PE.Access course
Pass with Distinction in 36 credits at Level 3 and Merit in 9 credits at Level 3, including 12 credits of Biology.European Baccalaureate
80% including Biology at 70%International Baccalaureate
33 points including HL6 Biology or Sports, Exercise & Health ScienceGCSE offer
You are required to have 5 GCSEs at a minimum of Grade B or Grade 5, including Mathematics, English Language and a science.
Additional entry requirements
Science A levels must include a pass in the practical element.
Accepted BTEC/OCR Cambridge Technical Level 3 Extended Diploma subjects:
Applied Science, Applied Science (Forensic Science), Applied Science (Medical Science)
Sport
Sport & Exercise Science
Sport & Physical Activity
Sport (Development, Coaching and Fitness)
Sport (Performance and Excellence)
Health and Social Care (Health Studies or Health Sciences pathways only)
We’d also encourage an application if you hold or are working towards one of the following qualifications:
Bachelor Degree (hons) in a Biology based subject | 2.1 (if not Biology based, grade B in A level Biology with a pass in the practical element, Human Biology or PE also required) |
Certificate of Higher Education in a Biology based subject | 65% with ABB at A level |
Diploma of Higher Education in a Biology based subject | 65% |
Foundation Degree in a Biology based subject | 65% with ABB at A level |
Foundation Year of an undergraduate degree programme at a UK university, in a Biology based subject | 70% with ABB at A level |
Open University (30 credits) module SK299 | 60% accepted in lieu of A level Biology only |
WJEC Level 3 Diploma in Medical Science | Grade B or above accepted in lieu of A level Biology only |
UEA recognises that some students take a mixture of International Baccalaureate IB or International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme IBCP study rather than the full diploma, taking Higher levels in addition to A levels and/or BTEC qualifications. At UEA we do consider a combination of qualifications for entry, provided a minimum of three qualifications are taken at a higher level. Please email admissions@uea.ac.uk if you would like to check whether any particular combination of qualifications would be suitable for entry onto this degree programme.
Please note that we do not consider A levels in General Studies or Critical Thinking, CACHE Level 3 Diplomas/Extended Diplomas, City & Guilds Advanced Extended Diplomas, Apprenticeships, NVQs (any level) or Work-based Level 3 Diplomas (previously NVQs) to meet the minimum academic entry requirements, although these can be used as evidence of recent study.
We’ll be unable to consider you for this course if you’ve obtained an academic fail from a previous health based degree programme, including where an exit award has been achieved.
Graduates may wish to consider our accelerated Masters programmes.
If you do not meet the academic and/or English language requirements for direct entry our partner, INTO UEA offers progression on to this undergraduate degree upon successful completion of a preparation programme and an interview:
International Foundation in Pharmacy, Health and Life Sciences
Students for whom english is a foreign language
Applications from students whose first language is not English are welcome. We require evidence of proficiency in English (including reading, writing, speaking and listening):
IELTS: 7.0 overall (minimum 7.0 in each component)
We will also accept a number of other English language qualifications to meet this requirement. Review our English Language Equivalences here.
INTO UEA also offer a variety of English language programmes which are designed to help you develop the English skills necessary for successful undergraduate study:
Interviews
The strongest applicants will be invited to interview. Please note that meeting (or being predicted to meet) the minimum academic entry requirements will not guarantee that you will be selected for interview.
The interviews will explore a range of issues, including your suitability for the profession and the NHS values (as reflected in the NHS constitution). We’ll look to consider your motivation to study this course, as well as whether you have a clear understanding of the profession (ideally with relevant voluntary or paid work in health care), and an interest in people.
Please note that we do not disclose interview questions. You can find further information about the interview process here:
Gap year
We welcome applications from students who have already taken or intend to take a gap year. We believe that a year between school and university can be of substantial benefit. If you’re planning to apply with deferred entry, you are advised to indicate your reason for this on your UCAS application.
Intakes
This course is open to UK, EU and International applicants. The annual intake for this course is in September each year.

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Fees and Funding
Undergraduate University Fees and Financial Support
Tuition Fees
Information on tuition fees can be found here:
Scholarships and Bursaries
We are committed to ensuring that costs do not act as a barrier to those aspiring to come to a world leading university and have developed a funding package to reward those with excellent qualifications and assist those from lower income backgrounds.
You can find all of the Undergraduate Scholarships offered at UEA here, including information about eligibility, details of how to apply and closing dates.
Course related costs
You can find information regarding additional costs associated here
http://www.uea.ac.uk/about/legalstatements/finance-and-fees/additional-course-fees

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How to Apply
Applications need to be made via the Universities Colleges and Admissions Services (UCAS), using the UCAS Apply option.
UCAS Apply is a secure online application system that allows you to apply for full-time Undergraduate courses at universities and colleges in the United Kingdom. It is made up of different sections that you need to complete. Your application does not have to be completed all at once. The application allows you to leave a section partially completed so you can return to it later and add to or edit any information you have entered. Once your application is complete, it is sent to UCAS so that they can process it and send it to your chosen universities and colleges.
The Institution code for the University of East Anglia is EANGL E14.
FURTHER INFORMATION
Please complete our Online Enquiry Form to request a prospectus and to be kept up to date with news and events at the University.
Tel: +44 (0)1603 591515
Email: admissions@uea.ac.uk

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