This course is subject to validation. You can still apply for this course while it is being approved.
University of Northampton has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
- BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy is subject to validation for the September 2025 start.
- You will experience student life at the University’s £330 million Waterside Campus. Come along to an Open Day and find out more.
- At UON we guarantee a room in our Halls of Residence for all new full-time, first year students who apply and accept their room offer by June 2025 - and we won't ask for a deposit for September 2025*.
- Students enrolling on this course at Northampton will be provided with their own brand new laptop** to keep at no additional cost. All sports clubs and societies are free to join at Northampton and every essential course text book is available via the library, meaning you won’t have to purchase copies. For more information on this visit our website (northampton.ac.uk/benefits).
- Our expert academics teach in small groups supported with one to one assistance. Our academics and students form a tight bond, providing individualised support and guidance whilst challenging students academically.
- Whatever your ambitions, we’re here to help you to achieve them. We’ll support you to identify the skills you’re learning during your course, find your strengths and secure practical experience so that when it comes to applying for jobs or further study you’ll feel confident in standing out from the crowd.
- In fact, we’re so confident in our careers and employability support that if you achieve at least a 2:2 degree and complete either our Employability Plus Gold programme or achieve a Changemaker Gold Certificate during your time studying with us, but still haven’t secured full-time employment 12 months after graduating, we will secure a three – six month paid internship for you or support you into postgraduate study.
- the information provided above is correct for the academic year 2024/25 but please check the NHS LSF website for full details, any changes and updates.
Modules
Stage One The first year focuses on developing professional skills and a comprehensive foundational knowledge-base. This will include exploring anatomy and functional human movement, understanding population health needs and how physiotherapists can lead in prevention and management. Students will concentrate on the core areas of physiotherapy practice (Cardiorespiratory, Neurological and Neuromusculoskeletal). Students engage extensively with service users to understand working with diverse population groups and allowing early exposure to the concepts of holistic, person-centred care and respecting each individual. The year includes an observational practice placement within the first semester to introduce students to real-world physiotherapy and healthcare practice. Stage Two The second year begins with a simulated placement experience to facilitate transition into the first practice placement. Students will undertake three different placement experiences that are interspersed with academic modules to build upon knowledge gained in the first year and develop your skills as physiotherapy students within the workplace. The focus of the academic modules are on rehabilitation and exercise prescription. Students will also gain understanding into research methodologies, which will result in their research proposal ready to implement in the third year. Stage Three In the third year, students will complete two further practice placements to further develop their physiotherapy skills in the practice environment. The curriculum will focus on expanding key skills required to meet the CSP pillars of practice:- leadership skills, the completion of a research project self-reflection, and developing autonomy as a practitioner, which will all ensure readiness for employment. Specific employability workshops are included. *Subject to validation **Module information is quoted for 2024/25 entry. Please note that modules run subject to student numbers and staff availability, any changes will be communicated to applicants accordingly.
Assessment method
BSc Physiotherapy programme utilises a variety of assessment strategies, including practical assessments, presentations, essays, reflections, producing digital medium, discussions and reports. Methods of peer feedback and assessment, group and individual work will all be utilised. All methods of assessment are aligned to the requirements of physiotherapy practice and what you will be expected to complete as a registered physiotherapist to drive the profession forward. Our practice partners agree that our assessments are replicable to that required as a physiotherapist and will prepare you well for employment.
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- Health and Care Professions Council
How to apply
29Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- B160
- Institution code:
- N38
- Campus name:
- Waterside Campus
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 132 points
A level - ABB
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DDM
Access to HE Diploma - D: 30 credits M: 15 credits
GCSE Mathematics and English at grades 9-4 or A*-C required.
Student Outcomes
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There is no data available for this course. For further information visit the Discover Uni website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| EU | £9250 | Year 1 |
| England | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
- Travel and accommodation costs related to placements may be incurred
- You will be provided with 2 tops and 2 bottoms for your practical uniform to be worn on placements. Any additional uniforms will need to be purchased by the student.
- Physiotherapy students may wish to purchase a stethoscope for their placements and beyond, however, this is not a mandatory requirement. Costs can range from £75-£90.
- Some placement locations will have a uniform policy requiring black shoes and socks to be worn.
- Optional student membership with The Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP).
Provider information
University of Northampton
The University of Northampton
Waterside Campus
University Drive
Northampton
NN1 5PH