BSc (Hons) - Physiotherapy
100% for academic support for Physiotherapy in the National Student Survey 2023
Physiotherapists provide vital treatments and interventions to improve mobility, reduce pain and promote wellbeing – from helping someone recover from an injury, to managing a respiratory or neurological condition. This programme provides the skills and experience needed to qualify as a physiotherapist registered with the Health and Care Professions Council.
Working closely with qualified physiotherapists, you will learn the practical skills needed to diagnose and manage musculoskeletal, respiratory and neurological conditions. Our curriculum spans diverse practice areas, from acute hospital settings to patient care in the home, equipping you for the varied demands of your future career.
Closely supported by our academics, you will gain a strong theoretical understanding of physiotherapy, complemented by hands-on immersive experiences in our physiotherapy facilities and simulation suites. This blend of classroom-based theory, practical skills classes and simulated learning is designed to enhance your confidence in comfortable learning environments before progressing to real-life cases.
You will also complete at least 1,000 hours of work-based practice placements, taking advantage of our excellent employer links. These placements will allow you to experience the full spectrum of physiotherapy specialisms, preparing you for the many directions your career can take.
The NHS Learning Support Fund, offering at least £5,000 per year, is available to eligible students. For more information and details of eligibility, visit www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/lsf.
Course Overview
Our physiotherapy degree is designed to equip you with the training, skills and professional qualifications required to become a practising physiotherapist accredited by the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) and registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
You'll be taught by an expert academic team of physiotherapists who have worked across a wide range of specialist areas of practice and bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to your classes. At times, teaching may also be contributed to by expert clinicians, visiting lecturers, service users and their carers.
Our Carlisle Fusehill Street campus is ideally located to provide you with a range of practice placement opportunities in the North West of England and, in some instances, Scotland.
Upon completion of the course, you will be eligible to apply for membership to the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy and the Health and Care Professions Council, which will open up a variety of employment opportunities in the NHS as well as in the private and sporting sectors.
On this course you will...
- Train as a physiotherapist, developing your skills and preparing for clinical environments with practical sessions facilitated by experienced staff in a range of simulated clinical environments.
- Learn the practical skills needed in the diagnosis and management of musculoskeletal, respiratory and neurological conditions.
- Complete a range of practice placements within various settings allowing you to experience the nature of the profession and the different specialisms which it covers.
- Get to know your classmates well and receive close tuition, support and guidance from our friendly lecturing team.
- Be able to apply for membership to the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy and the Health and Care Professions Council upon graduation, allowing you to become an autonomous physiotherapist practitioner.
What our students say
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Lecturers and tutors are always happy to give advice about a variety of topics and take the time to get to know you personally.
Liam Dervey, Physiotherapy
After an Injury stopped Liam from being able to go into full-time military service, the rehabilitation he received whilst recovering inspired him to become a Physiotherapist.
Experience Physiotherapy at Cumbria
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Location
Carlisle - Fusehill Street Campus
The Fusehill Street campus has been the setting of life-saving treatments since World War I. Now, it's home to world changers, life-savers, crime fighters, and entrepreneurs with access to high-quality facilities and innovative thinking.
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