Physiotherapy
Physiotherapists make up a key part of many medical teams as they help patients, maintain, improve, or restore movement after damage, injury, or operation.
When training to be a physiotherapist you’ll study everything from human anatomy to professional codes of conduct so that you’ll feel confident practicing your skills in any environment.
Universities offering a physiotherapy degree will require you to complete theoretical, practical, and clinical modules so you’ll have a well-rounded knowledge of all aspects of physiotherapy.
Why study a Physiotherapy degree?
A Physiotherapy degree and a career in the industry after graduation can be a highly rewarding experience.
In order to become a physiotherapist you’ll need to be registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and have completed 1000 hours of clinical practice during your course.
This means you’ll need to take a HCPC approved course at one of the many universities in the UK that offer physiotherapy as a degree option.
Universities offer three and four year undergraduate courses, two year postgraduate courses, and many also give you the option to study part-time if this better suits your situation.
As a practicing physiotherapist you could work in a variety of settings including with the elderly, with children, and in clinical environments such as neurology, orthopaedics, respiratory units, and those with musculoskeletal conditions.
A Physiotherapy degree also gives you the option to work in the sports industry, as part of an occupational support team, and in private practice.
Which universities offer a Physiotherapy degree?
There are a number of universities across the UK that offer a physiotherapy degree. These courses are all approved by the HCPC so you’ll be eligible to register with the organisation and practice as a physiotherapist once you’ve graduated.
Universities that offer physiotherapy include:
Oxford Brookes
This university has an excellent reputation for medical and biological science related courses, including their Physiotherapy degree. The course has been specifically designed in conjunction with health care professionals to ensure that graduates have the skills to succeed in the current health care environment.
University of Birmingham
This university also offers a three year course with clinical placements happening throughout your time at the university. You’ll also have the chance to work with students on the Nursing degree course to help build your team work skills.
King’s College London
King’s is Europe’s largest centre for medical and professional healthcare education so you’ll have an excellent experience whilst studying there. Again this is a three year course and there is a strong emphasis and professional and lifelong learning skills.
At every university there will be a definite emphasis on real world skills and you’ll be able to hone your abilities in a number of clinical and community settings. The majority of universities work in conjunction with local hospitals – some of them internationally recognised for excellence – so you’ll have plenty of experience by the time you’re qualified.
All of this means that your employment opportunities after graduation are excellent and you’ll be able to call on your wide range of experience gained during your course to excel in any graduate role.
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