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 only UK universities to offer this approach.
Once you have 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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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 approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) for the purpose of providing eligibility to apply for registration with the HCPC as an occupational therapist.

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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 subjectsScottish highers
AAAAA including Biology, Human Biology or PEScottish highers advanced
BBC including Biology, Human Biology or PEIrish leaving certificate
4 subjects at H2 and 2 subjects at H3, including Biology, Human Biology or PEAccess course
Pass with Distinction in 36 credits at Level 3 and Merit in 9 credits at Level 3 in a Health, Care or Science subject, including 12 credits of BiologyEuropean Baccalaureate
80% including Biology at grade 7International Baccalaureate
33 points including HL6 Biology or Sports, Exercise & Health ScienceGCSE offer
In addition to all other specified requirements listed on this page, you’ll need to hold or be working towards 5 GCSEs at a minimum of Grade C or Grade 4, including Mathematics, English Language and a science.
Additional entry requirements
Accepted BTEC/OCR Cambridge Technical Level 3 subjects:
Applied Science (2010 suite) – must include at least two of the following units: Physiology of human body systems, Physiology of human regulation and reproduction, Diseases and infections.
Applied Science (2016 suite) – must include at least two of the following units: Physiology of human body systems, Human regulation and reproduction, Biological molecules and metabolic pathways, Diseases and infections.
Applied Science (2020 suite) – must include at least two of the following units: Principles and applications of biology II, Functional physiology of the human body system, Human reproduction and regulation, Biological molecules and metabolic pathways, Diseases and infections.
Sport (2010 suite) – must include at least two of the following units: Fitness testing for sport and exercise, Exercise, health and lifestyle, Sports injuries, Sports and exercise massage, Research investigation in sports and exercise sciences, Applied sport and exercise physiology.
Sport (2016 suite) – Extended Certificate, Diploma or Extended Diploma.
Sport and Exercise Science (2016 suite) – Diploma or Extended Diploma. Extended Certificate must include: Specialised fitness training and Physical activity for individual and group-based exercise.
Sport and Physical Activity (OCR Cambridge Technical - 2016 suite) - Extended Diploma. Diploma or Extended Certificate must include at least two of the following units: Improving Fitness for Sport and Physical Activity, Biomechanics and Movement Analysis, Physical Activity for Specific Groups, Sports Injuries and Rehabilitation.
Sports Coaching and Development (2019 suite) – Extended Diploma only.
Sporting Excellence and Performance (2019 suite) – Diploma or Extended Diploma only.
Sport, Fitness and Personal Training (2019 suite) – Extended Certificate, Diploma or Extended Diploma.
Sport and Outdoor Activities (2019 suite) – must include: Anatomy and physiology in sport, Sports injuries, Fitness training.
Health and Social Care (2010 & 2016 suites) – Extended Diploma only.
Applied Human Biology (2018 suite) – must include one of the following units: Functional physiology or Diseases, disorders, treatments and therapies.
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% |
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 |
At UEA we recognise that some students take a mixture of qualifications. 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
Special Entry Requirements
To ensure that you’re equipped to succeed on this academically rigorous programme, we’d prefer you to be able to demonstrate evidence of recent academic study within 5 years of the start of the course. If you have not studied for an academic qualification within the last 5 years please email admissions@uea.ac.uk to enquire further.
Offers to successful applicants will be subject to a satisfactory occupational health check, an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and two satisfactory references.
If necessary, the Admissions Service will be happy to provide you with advice on further study that might help you to make a future application to the course. Please email admissions@uea.ac.uk with any questions or if you need any further information.
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:
Pre-sessional English at INTO UEA
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.
All interviews for entry in 2021 will take place online. We do not disclose interview questions, but in general terms 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.
We are aware that it is a difficult time to try to gain relevant experience in healthcare. First time applicants to Nursing, Midwifery and the Allied Health Professions will all be in a similar situation. We will take this into account and will adapt our expectations.
Keep in mind that clinical work experience is not generally a requirement for applying to train in healthcare, but it is important to show that you are able to work with people and appreciate the health and social care setting. It is important to remember why we look for work experience in an application; this in turn can help you think of the numerous ways that you might be able to demonstrate how you have acquired relevant experience.
We will want to see that you understand what a career in Health involves. Work experience, and other related experiences, are only as valuable as the way you talk about them and what understanding you take from them. While we will expect you to show some understanding of what it is like to be the professional of your choice, part of this involves demonstrating that you know what it is like to work in a responsible role, particularly with the public.
What type of experience do you need?
Any activity or life experience that helps you to prepare for training to be a healthcare professional will help. This means any activity that allows you to demonstrate that you have:
- Had people-focused experience of providing a service, care, support or help to others, and that you understand the realities of working in a caring profession.
- Developed some of the values, attitudes and behaviours essential to being a Nurse, Midwife or Allied Health professional such as conscientiousness, effective communication and the ability to interact with a wide variety of people. The values that we are looking for are set out in the NHS Constitution.
- A realistic understanding of Health and Social Care and in particular the physical, organisational and emotional demands of the career.
Practical ways to gain experience:
Keep a reflective diary on what is happening in the news and online. Listen to what healthcare professionals have to say and reflect on this. All healthcare professionals can be a valuable source of information and experience, not just those that work in the specific profession that you are applying for. Demonstrating that you have a sense of all healthcare professions (and how they work together) will help you in both your personal statement and interview.
Volunteer in your spare time if you can, all forms of voluntary work can provide helpful work experience. Whilst volunteer work in the NHS might be disrupted at this time, other schemes may still be in operation and worth exploring i.e. working with other people in a caring or service role. Voluntary commitments to community groups (for example groups related to the work of churches, mosques and temples, or other groups such as Scouts or Guides) and online community support groups may also provide valuable experience of taking on responsibility, dealing with people and communicating effectively. It is likely that these sorts of volunteering opportunities will start to run again before healthcare related opportunities are available.
Remember: it is what you learn about yourself, about other people and about how effective care is delivered and received that counts. What you did is only a small part of the story; it is how you communicate what you learnt which matters.
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 and overseas applicants. The annual intake for this course is in September each year.

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Fees and Funding
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.
The University of East Anglia offers a range of Scholarships; please click the link for eligibility, details of how to apply and closing dates.
If you are eligible for tuition fee and maintenance support from the Student Loans Company, you might also be able to apply for additional financial support through the NHS Learning Support Fund when studying this course.
Course related costs
You can find information regarding additional costs associated on our Fees and finance webpages.

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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 E14.
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