Physiotherapy

AAB including Biology or PE or Sport Science and the Active Leisure Industry.

Applicants with the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) are eligible for a reduction in grade requirements. For this course, the offer is ABB with A in the EPQ.

You may automatically qualify for reduced entry requirements through our contextual offers scheme. Based on your personal circumstances, you may automatically qualify for up to a two-grade reduction in the entry requirements needed for this course. When you apply, we consider a range of factors – such as where you live – to assess if you’re eligible for a grade reduction. You don’t have to make an application for a grade reduction – we’ll do all the work.

Find out more about how we make reduced grade offers.

T levels in Health is accepted with an overall grade of D (distinction) to include an A grade in the core.

Applicants should contact us by completing the enquiry form on our website to discuss specific requirements in the core components and the occupational specialism.

6 GCSE subjects grade A*-B/Level 6 including English Language, Mathematics and two Sciences from the following: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, PE, Core Science, Additional Science and Dual Science. Standalone English Literature is not accepted in lieu of English or English Language at grade B (GSCE). Applied GCSEs will not be considered.

- For applicants from England: Where a science has been taken at A level (Chemistry, Biology or Physics), a pass in the Science practical of each subject will be required.

BTEC Nationals are considered in addition to 6 GCSEs grades A* – B or level 6, which must include English Language, Maths and two Science subjects from the following: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, PE, Core Science, Additional Science and Dual Science Award. Please note that Applied GCSEs will not be considered.

BTEC National Extended Certificate

We will accept one subject at a minimum of Distinction. This must be accompanied by two A2 subjects at grade A and B. The A2 subjects must include Biology, PE or Sport Science and the Active Leisure Industry. In total between the two qualifications, 3 separate subjects must be taken.

BTEC National Diploma

We will only accept in Sport and Exercise Science at grade DD plus one accompanying A2 subject at grade A. Applicants presenting with a BTEC National Diploma in Health and Social Care will be considered at grade DD and must also have an A level in Biology, PE or Sports Science and the active leisure industry at grade A. Across the two qualifications, two separate subjects must be taken.

BTEC National Extended Diploma

Will be accepted in Health and Social Care or Sport and Exercise Science at grade DDD.

32 points including 3 Higher Level subjects at a minimum of grades 6,6,5. Biology or ‘Sport, Exercise and Health Science’ must be offered at Higher Level grade 6.

Advanced Highers: ABB to include Biology or PE.

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Highers: AAABB to include Biology or PE at Grade A.

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Mixed: Advanced Highers at AB, plus Highers at AB. A mixed presentation must include Biology or PE at either Higher Level (Grade A required) or Advanced Higher Level (Grade B required).

We welcome applications from students holding a 2:1 Honours degree in a Biological, Biomedical, or Health Science subject. Students with a 2:1 Honours degree in a non-science based or un-related subject will be asked for Biology or PE A level at grade B (or the OU SK299 at Pass Grade 2). Applicants must have five GCSEs at a minimum of Grade C (Level 5) to include Maths, English language and Science.

An academic reference must be included within the UCAS application. If the applicant is a graduate and has been working since graduating (within three years), an employer reference is acceptable.

Candidates must show evidence, in their UCAS Personal Statement, of a good understanding of the scope of physiotherapy practice, preferably indicated by observation experience of Chartered Physiotherapists working in a variety of clinical areas.

It is recommended that prospective applicants contact the Physiotherapy Departments at their local hospitals, clinics, day centres and special schools, etc. in order to arrange a visit.

Experience in a paid or voluntary capacity working with the general public, children, elderly or people with special needs will also help to strengthen an application.

Applicants will be expected to demonstrate some knowledge and understanding of the NHS Core Values as outlined in the NHS constitution.

You will understand that as an allied health professions and nursing student, and when you qualify, you will be asked to treat children and other vulnerable people. We therefore need information about any criminal offences of which you may have been convicted, or with which you have been charged. The information you provide may later be checked with the police.

If selected for interview you will be provided with the appropriate form to complete.

The University and the School of Allied Health Professions and Nursing has an obligation to undertake health screening on all prospective healthcare students. Any offer of a place to study is conditional on completion of a health questionnaire and a satisfactory assessment of fitness to train from the University’s Occupational Health Service. This will include some obligatory immunisations and blood tests.

If you have, or think you have dyslexia or a long term health condition or impairment that may have the potential to impact upon your studies and/or your Fitness to Practice duty, you are encouraged to disclose this information on your UCAS application.

The IELTS requirement is an overall score of 7.0 with no component less than 6.5.

Please note – whilst we do accept IELTS qualifications, we do not accept IELTS qualifications that have been sat and gained online. We only accept qualifications that have been sat and gained in person.