Program Overview

Introduction to the Physiotherapy Program

The Physiotherapy program at the University of Roehampton is designed to equip students with the professional and interpersonal skills needed to thrive in a fast-evolving healthcare landscape. This program focuses on helping people live healthier, more active lives by understanding movement, recovery, and rehabilitation.

Program Details

Entry Requirements

• Entry tariff: 120136 UCAS points (or equivalent)
• Entry subject should include a Science or Life Science subject (e.g., psychology, physical education)
• All students will complete a values-based interview
• Evidence of interest and work experience in a relevant field
• Satisfactory enhanced DBS check (adults and children)
• If English is not the first language, students must meet the HCPC requirements: level 7 of the International English Language Testing System, with no element below 6.5
• Students must undergo health screening to assess fitness to begin the course
• Students must also complete an approved programme of immunisation, as recommended by the Department of Health
• Students must declare any criminal convictions, cautions, and bindings over when requested during the application and interview process

Modules

The program includes a variety of modules designed to provide a comprehensive education in physiotherapy. These modules are subject to change and include:

• Fundamentals of Human Physiology and Anatomy
• Professional Skills for Success
• Introduction to Assessment
• Assessment of Diverse Populations
• Exercise Physiology and Prescription
• Transforming Practice for Health and Social Care
• Physiotherapy for Health and Wellbeing
• Therapeutic Interventions, Rehabilitation and Management
• Evolving Practice in Physiotherapy
• Contemporary Leadership and Education
• Employability for Allied Health Professionals
• Application of Research

Careers

A degree in Physiotherapy opens the door to a wide range of rewarding and meaningful career opportunities, including:

• General Practice
• Community Services
• Professional Sport
• Private Practice
• National Health Service (NHS)
• The Third Sector
• Education and Research
• Leadership

Learning and Assessment

• How you'll learn: Through a dynamic blend of learning activities, including interactive lectures, seminars, practical workshops, simulation-based sessions, independent study, online learning, and digital resources
• How you'll be assessed: Through a variety of authentic and practical methods designed to reflect real-world physiotherapy practice, including practical assessments, blogs, infographics, case-based assessments, poster presentations, simulated job interviews, and written reflections

Facilities

Physiotherapy students benefit from world-class facilities, including the Mary Seacole Health Innovation Centre and the Clinical Simulation Centre. These modern, multi-disciplinary centers support learning by providing simulated settings that mirror clinical spaces and giving students access to the latest technology and specialist physiotherapy equipment.

Fees and Funding

UK Students

• Tuition fees: ｣9,790 for the first year of study
• Funding your studies: The university provides other ways to support the cost of living, including on-campus car parking, hardship support, and affordable student accommodation and catering in London

International Students

• Tuition fees: ｣20,280 for the first year of study
• Funding your studies: The university provides other ways to support the cost of living, including on-campus car parking, hardship support, and affordable student accommodation and catering in London

Accreditation

The BSc Physiotherapy (Pre-Registration) program is proudly accredited by both the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) and the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). Accreditation by the CSP demonstrates that the degree upholds rigorous professional standards, while recognition by the HCPC guarantees that students meet all professional requirements to register and practice as qualified physiotherapists.