Program Overview

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BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy with Foundation Year

The BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy with Foundation Year is a four-year full-time program designed to provide students with the essential skills and knowledge required to succeed in degree-level education and become a physiotherapist. The program is accredited by the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) and the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).

Overview

The program begins with a health foundation year, where students learn key concepts and principles in health and social care. This foundation year allows students to begin the qualification without meeting the level 3 entry requirements. Upon completion of the foundation year, students progress to the BSc Physiotherapy degree, which focuses on practice and evidence-based learning.

What You'll Learn

• Develop clinical skills and confidence through extensive practice placements
• Apply evidence-based research to physiotherapy practice
• Strengthen communication, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
• Build professional experience and employability through a placement passport
• Gain inter-professional experience by learning alongside students in other sectors, including paramedics, radiographers, OTs, and ODPs

Physiotherapy Accreditations

The program holds notable accreditations, including being joint 1st in the UK for graduate prospects in the subject area of Physiotherapy and top 5 in the UK for quality of teaching in Physiotherapy, according to the Complete University Guide 2026 and The Guardian University Guide 2026, respectively.

Why Study Physiotherapy with Foundation Year at CCCU?

• Learn in specialist health facilities
• Get ready with a foundation year, even without level 3 qualifications
• Gain real-world experience on placement

Entry Requirements

UK and International

• Total Points required: 64
• Accepted qualifications include A Levels, BTEC, Access, and International Baccalaureate
• Specific grades and subjects are required for each qualification

Entry Requirements Explained

• A Levels: Must include biology, science, human biology, or PE
• BTEC: Must be in a science or healthcare subject
• Access course: Full award diploma in a science or healthcare subject
• International Baccalaureate: With three subjects at higher level, including a higher-level science subject

Further Criteria

• Interview
• DBS and health clearance
• Offers of a place are made after a successful interview and are subject to a satisfactory reference, health clearance, and Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check

Module Information

The program includes a variety of core and optional modules, with details available for each year of study.

How You'll Learn

• Teaching is based on a combination of theory and practice
• Academic learning takes place at the University, and professional practice occurs in various placement settings
• The program uses a 'flipped classroom' approach, requiring preparation in advance for teaching sessions
• Practical sessions are used to develop safe and effective handling and technical skills

Independent Study

• Undertake independent learning to support academic modules and practice experience
• Includes reading, online searches, working on projects, and preparing for assignments and examinations

Clinical Placements

• Gain significant experience in practice placements, supervised and assessed on competency to practice
• Placements are varied to ensure a wide range of experience
• Includes an elective placement, organized by the student with support from the teaching team

Overall Workload

• The timetable may vary, but as a guide, campus-based learning occurs on 3 to 4 days a week
• Practice placements average 37.5 hours per week
• The overall workload typically consists of 50 hours of directed study and 150 hours of independent study for each module

How You'll Be Assessed

• Assessments meet the attainment requirements of the HCPC and CSP
• Formative opportunities are available to test knowledge and understanding before formal assessments
• Assessment formats vary but allow demonstration of meeting module learning outcomes
• Includes written and computer-based assessments, practical examinations, written assignments, and presentations

Your Future Career

• The experience gained on the course helps ensure fitness for practice in evolving and dynamic healthcare services
• Upon successful completion, eligible to apply for registration with the HCPC and full membership of the CSP
• Career pathways include practice in the NHS, private practice, industry, sports medicine, and more

Fees

• The 2026/27 annual tuition fees are £9,790 for UK students and £17,000 for overseas students for the foundation year
• For years 1-3, tuition fees are £10,050 for UK students and £17,000 for overseas students

Related Courses

• Sports Therapy & Rehabilitation BSc
• Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation with Foundation Year BSc
• Sport and Exercise Science BSc

Industry Links

The University works closely with NHS Trusts, local authorities, and private providers of health and care services, contributing to excellent graduate employability.

Professional Accreditation

The BSc (Hons) in Physiotherapy is accredited and approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP), respectively. Successful completion provides eligibility to apply for registration with the HCPC and full membership of the CSP.