Programme summary for BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy
The BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy programme is a self funded programme with standard UEL undergraduate tuition fees.
About the programme
This full-time, work-based programme equips new graduates with the skills and knowledge needed to practice as physiotherapists, in the dynamic environment of health and social care. Developed in collaboration with local physiotherapy service providers, the programme reflects the priorities and needs of contemporary clinical practice.
DBS Check
This programme involves working closely with children and/or vulnerable adults. Applicants are therefore subject to a satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced Disclosure check.
If you have any queries regarding this procedure, please contact Lucy Watson on +44 (0) 20 8223 6271 or l.watson@uel.ac.uk
Programme structure
The programme comprises a single set of modules of study (six each at levels 1,2 & 3) which can be completed through one mode of attendance.
The programme allows for only one mode of study: -
- Full time traditional mode - University based - 3 years
Level one - is concerned with developing the core transferable skills of physiotherapy.
Level two- explores the development of core skills inspecialist areas of practice.
Level three. Focuses on decision making and patient management in complex problem solving situations.
Career opportunities
The programme facilitates your development towards becoming a competent, reflective physiotherapist, able to make sound professional judgements through a process of effective clinical reasoning. Graduates are supported in developing the skills, knowledge and attributes required to pursue a career in our modern and changing healthcare system.
Support
When you first join the programme you will be allocated a personal tutor who is there to help you through the three years of study by offering pastoral and academic support. Your personal tutor can advise you about additional learning and support services available in the University.
As well as having a personal tutor, there are level tutors whose role is to monitor the students' experience of education at each level of study. They provide a resource for students to express their concerns relating to study or expectations of the programme.
The clinical education manager organises placements for individual students and is available to provide advice and support to students going on placement. While on placement, you will be visited by an academic tutor who will help you make the most of your clinical experience.
Admission
A Levels:300 UCAS tariff points must be BBB (AS levels not accepted) to include a B grade in Biology or Chemistry or Psychology or Physical Education.
(Not acceptable: General Studies).
Scottish Highers: 300 UCAS tariff points, BBC - Advanced Highers, BBBBC / AABB - Highers
International Baccalaureate: 26 points - to include Biology.
Irish Highers: Leaving Certificate: 4 at A2 grade - including Biology or Chemistry.
BTEC (National) Diploma: Science: DDM (No Passes)
HND: Science: Distinction level (65%) - NO merits or passes
Graduates: Science degree (minimum 2:2), Arts degree (minimum 2:2) + 'A' level Biology grade B minimum..
Access to Higher Education Diploma: science: At least 60 credits overall, 45 at level 3 with distinctions in at least 21 level 3 credits (to include biology)
UEL Extended Degree Health and Bioscience: 80% overall and a minimum of 80% in Biology.
Foundation Degree, Science: 80% overall with a minimum of 80% in Biology
Overseas: In the case of applicants whose first language is not English, then IELTS 7.0 is required with no element below 6.5 (or equivalent). International qualifications will be checked for appropriate matriculation to UK Higher Education undergraduate programmes
Students may be admitted though Accreditation of Experiential Learning (AEL) or Accreditation of Certificated Learning (ACL) processes.
Applications are welcomed from mature students. Applicants are expected to demonstrate evidence of recent academic achievement, such that they may be deemed capable of study at degree level.
All successful applications are required to have Criminal Records Bureau and Occupational Health screening.
Key facts
You can start many programmes in either September or February and applications are simple to make. Click below to:
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