BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy

PHYSIOTHERAPISTS ARE INVOLVED PRINCIPALLY IN THE PREVENTION, DIAGNOSIS, ASSESSMENT, TREATMENT AND REHABILITATION OF DISEASE AND INJURY

Typical Entry:
Scottish Higher and Irish Leaving Certificate: AABBB (355 UCAS Tariff points (minimum))
A Level: AAB (340 UCAS Tariff points (minimum))

INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE:
32 points

IRISH LEAVING CERTIFICATE:
355 UCAS Tariff points at level C2 or above

Special:
Scottish Higher: English, and 2 of Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics. Applicants should normally have 245 UCAS Tariff points at first sitting. A Level: 2 of the following: Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology. Irish Leaving Certificate (Hons): Subject profile as for Scottish Higher

HNC/D Entry:
Appropriate HN awards will be considered as part of the whole profile of the applicant.

No advanced entry is possible.

Other Requirements:
A satisfactory criminal records check will be required. All students will be required to obtain a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure Scotland Certificate

Access:
Access to Health Related Studies or other relevant courses will be considered as part of the whole profile of the applicant

UCAS Code:
B160 BSc/Physio

Duration:
4 years

Outcomes:
BSc (Hons)

Funding Information for International Students
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Course Fees
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SAAS Funding
To see if you or this course is eligable for funding from SAAS, please visit our SAAS Information web page

Course Details:
Physiotherapy is a rewarding career that involves a range of clinical areas. As a physiotherapist you will be working with a wide range of patients, helping them in their rehabilitation following injury or disease. You will also work with a variety of healthcare professionals. This is a four-year full-time course leading to eligibility to apply for registration with the Health Professions Council and to apply for membership of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy. The course provides an understanding of basic and applied sciences and includes clinically-focused themes that will develop patient management and therapeutic skills. Study includes applied science subjects with an introduction to basic theories associated with patient management, assessment and treatment of disorders of the cardio respiratory, musculoskeletal and neurological systems. Practice based learning will enable you to develop a range of professional skills including patient assessment and treatment and evaluation of practice. You will also complete an honours project.

This course is due for revalidation in May 2010 which is likely to result in some changes to the content outlined here. Please continue to check this page for updates.

Year One:
Basic and applied science subjects including:
- Anatomy (theory and practical)
- Physiology
- Biomechanics
- Psychology
- Research
- Musculoskeletal, neurological and cardio-respiratory clinical themes
- Psychosocial issues in health, illness and disability
- Practice-based learning
- Honours project
- Issues in physiotherapy and health
- Practice-based learning
-Takes place at sites across Scotland and students are required to cover any associated costs.

Structure:
This is a modular course with two 15-week semesters in each year.

Careers:
After graduation, you may work as a physiotherapist in the National Health Service, both in major hospitals and in the community; in private practice; or industry. Graduates may also work as sports physiotherapists or pursue research studies.

Subject Homepage:
Visit the Physiotherapy homepage

Academic Disabled Student Co-ordinator:
Dr Kath Nicol, +44 (0)131 474 0000, knicol@qmu.ac.u

For more information, contact:
Admissions, +44 (0)131 474 0000, admissions@qmu.ac.uk

Start Date:
September

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