Physiotherapy Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

This course teaches you the core skills you need to assess and diagnose patients’ problems – whether caused by accident, illness or ageing - then to formulate and implement treatment plans involving exercise, physical activity and therapy. Our academic team ensure your learning is informed by research, and you consolidate your knowledge and skills through groupwork, student-led presentations and practical workshops alongside periods on clinical practice placements.

Course accreditation

The course is accredited by the Health and Care Professions Council (the registering body). On successful course completion, you graduate as a professional, able to work collaboratively alongside other members of the multidisciplinary team in the NHS and other sectors.

The course is also accredited by the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy, the professional body and trade union organisation.

Facilities and specialist equipment

* Dedicated physiotherapy suite

* Simulated hospital ward with ITU

* Simulated living spaces

* Anatomical models and exercise equipment

Career-powered links

We have partnerships with local NHS acute and community trusts and private physiotherapy providers who support and guide you on clinical placements. Relevant industry links include the University's official partner, Luton Town FC, and Stevenage FC where our students can gain work experience with Club physio teams.

Your student experience

Learn from an experienced multidisciplinary team with expertise across a range of fields including neurological, cardio-respiratory and musculoskeletal physiotherapy; occupational therapy; leadership; and research.

Access to specialist clinical practitioners who support with teaching and assessing on the course, to ensure you are learning from experts in practice.

Experience a range of theory and practice-based learning opportunities, completing a minimum of 1,000 hours on placement: part-time placements in Years 1 and 2; full time in Year 3.

Take up opportunities for field trips where you can practise your skills and consider the wider context of physiotherapy as a profession.

Practise your skills in a safe, supportive environment with our ‘real-life’ simulation suites and high-spec equipment.

Train alongside other health professionals preparing you to work collaboratively in health settings across public, voluntary and independent sectors.

Benefit from our annual conference, where you can showcase your knowledge and skills to local employers.

Learn in a supportive setting within a small cohort, where you have access to a personal academic tutor throughout your time at University.