Harper Adams University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
This undergraduate programme is accredited by the Register of Animal Musculoskeletal Practitioners (RAMP) . The course will provide the knowledge and skills for you to become a veterinary services professional and work closely with veterinary surgeons. Physiotherapy following veterinary referral can help animals recover from a variety of conditions such as back pain, sprains, strains, fractures and sporting injuries. It can also be used following orthopaedic, neurological or general surgery, as well as to improve biomechanics and athletic ability. As such its use within the veterinary field is increasing. Animals can undergo a wide range of treatments including manual techniques, electrotherapies and exercise therapy. Duration: 4 years (full-time). Periods of placement will now integrate into all four years of the course. There will be two x two week work experience type placements in first and second year, and then two four week placements plus two four week internal clinical rotations in the third and fourth year.
Modules
For up to date module information please visit the university website at: http://www.harper-adams.ac.uk/undergraduate/course/UDNVETPH
Assessment method
Each module you study is assessed through a combination of written or oral individual assignments, group projects, and summative written examinations as is the normal for most university courses. This course, as with other clinical taught courses, also uses practical competency tests (OSPEs/OSCEs) to assess your ability to carry out practical tasks that are relevant to the veterinary physiotherapist. The requirements for entry to the RAMP register include successful completion of the course and of the Skills Enhancement Log (SELs) which are a record of competency of practical skills focused on Veterinary Physiotherapy.
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- National Association of Veterinary Physiotherapists
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:
- D31A
- Institution code:
- H12
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - Not accepted
A level - BBB
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - D*D*D
Access to HE Diploma - D: 30 credits M: 15 credits
Scottish Higher - AABB
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 30 points
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) - H2, H2, H2, H2
GCSE/National 4/National 5
T Level - Not accepted
General Studies and Critical Thinking are encouraged but not included in grades required For full entry requirements, including details of all other qualifications accepted, please see our website www.harper.ac.uk The University is committed to bringing fresh talent to the industries we serve and has developed a range of initiatives to give everyone the best chance to access our undergraduate programmes. Known as 'Access to Harper' our contextualised offer scheme recognises difficulties that some applicants may face and provides those applicants with an offer lower than our standard requirements. Further details can be found at https://www.harper-adams.ac.uk/apply/how-to-apply/access.cfm
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
http://www.harper-adams.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/201002/veterinary-physiotherapy
Student Outcomes
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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Republic of Ireland | £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 |
| EU | £16500 | Year 1 |
| International | £16500 | 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
This 4 year course consists of 3 years on campus at a cost of £9250 per year with a placement in year 3 which costs £1850 (Fees for International students are £16500 per year with a placement in year 3 which costs £3,700)
Provider information
Harper Adams University
Newport
TF10 8NB