BSc Physiotherapy

Institution University of the West of England
Method At the institution
Location Bristol City
Type Undergraduate
Course fee By request

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BSc Physiotherapy

Objectives The Physiotherapy programme is within the School of Health and Social Care. It has an excellent reputation with students from all over the UK. Particular emphasis is placed on creating an environment which facilitates the development of safe, effective therapists who are analytical and able to meet the changing needs within health care today and in the future.
Entry requirements Entry Requirements GCSE: 5 subjects at Grade C or above including Maths, English Language, Double Science (or Biology and Physics). Tariff points range: 280-340 Specific subjects: 100 UCAS tariff points in Biology or Human Biology Access: Yes, minimum 60 credits at level 3 including Biology or Human Biology.
Academic title BSc Physiotherapy
Course description Contents of the BSc in Physiotherapy.

The programme is divided into three levels which combine and integrate theory with clinical practice. The first stage is essentially University based with a five week introductory clinical placement at the end of the first year. The second and third stages consist of alternate periods within the University and the clinical environment. The importance attached to interprofessional education is underlined by the inclusion of three modules, one at each level (year), which stress the value of an integrated, holistic approach to patient/client management.

Year One
Skills of interprofessional communication, clinical reasoning and critical appraisal are developed through the study of social science, anatomy, biomechanics, clinical sciences and practical skills.

Modules

    * Interprofessional Module 1
    * Kinesiology for Physiotherapists
    * Introduction to Physiotherapy Studies
    * Introduction to Physiotherapy Practice

Year Two
Two five week professional practice placements are interspersed between periods in the University to prepare students for different clinical areas.

Modules

    * Interprofessional Module 2
    * Developing Clinical Reasoning and Practice
    * Rehabilitation Studies for Physiotherapist
    * Developing the Physiotherapist in Practice

Year Three
Three further opportunities to undertake clinical practice are provided to allow further integration of practice and theory studied in the University.

Modules

    * Interprofessional Module 3
    * Continuing the Development of the Physiotherapist in Practice
    * Consolidating Physiotherapy Practice
    * Research Studies for Allied Health Professionals
    * Appraising Physiotherapy Practice