Are you looking for an interesting challenging and worthwhile career working with all sections of the public? Chartered Physiotherapists have an important role to play in the healthcare of people of all ages. They use physical means (such as therapeutic exercise, electrotherapy and manipulative therapy) and educate people about how to facilitate a return to functional independence and help to restore normal lifestyle for the individual patient or client.
Wide ranging career opportunities As a graduate with an honours degree in physiotherapy you are eligible to be a chartered physiotherapist. This gives you career opportunities in clinical practice, research, health promotion and opportunities to work in different environments: NHS, private practice, industry and sports/leisure and academia.
Working in the UK or abroad Career prospects may lead you to being a consultant or be head of an academic or clinical department.
Teamwork and communication Being a Chartered Physiotherapist means working in a team. The physiotherapist needs to be able to communicate well with patients, develop a good rapport with their family and carers and also communicate with members of the multidisciplinary team (eg Medical staff, Nurses, Occupational Therapists and Social Workers).
Your background You should have a scientific background, a particular interest in physiotherapy plus you need to have a desire to work in partnership with the individual to maximise recovery and promote good health.
10 Good Reasons to Choose Physiotherapy
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No tuition fees
This course qualifies for an NHS Bursary, you will not therefore need to pay tuition fees.
Ten Reasons to Choose Physiotherapy
1. Your opinion really counts... 2. Your day is never the same... 3. You get to use your brain...Every day... 4. You can lead a department... 5. You never stop learning... 6. You'll make your family proud... 7. You get paid properly... 8. You get to help tomorrow's talent today... 9. There is a huge demand... 10.You can help those who really need it...
Course Details
UCAS course code
B160
Institution code name
SGEO
Institution code
S49
Number of places available
70 places for entry in 2008
Duration
3 years full-time
Entry Requirements
UCAS tariff
300 points at A2 normally to include Biology or Human Biology and an additional science. General Studies will not normally be accepted as a qualifying subject. Key Skills are not normally included within the overall tariff requirement.
Specified GCSEs
Minimum of six passes taken at one sitting including Mathematics, English Language, and two Science subjects.
BTEC
National Diploma in Science - Merits in the first year and distinctions in the second year.
Irish Leaving Cert (Hons)
Minimum of five passes at grades A or B including Biology or Human Biology and at least one other Science (from Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, Geography or Psychology).
Polish Matura
Grade 5 overall with no subject less than 4. In addition, each applicant must have IELTS 7.0 overall, with no subject less than 6.5.
GNVQ
Science - distinction plus A level Biology or Human Biology. Equivalent qualifications may also be acceptable.
Mature students
Applications from mature students are welcomed. Evidence of recent academic scientific achievement will be required eg science-based Access or Foundation students normally with 18 credits at level three.
International students
International students are not accepted onto this course.
Course Structure
Year one
Year one is mostly university based with emphasis on foundation studies. Each module introduces the basic biomedical, psychosocial and physiotherapeutic knowledge and skills which are relevant to physiotherapeutic practice.
The first semester involves shared learning with medical, radiography and nursing students in a common foundation programme.
Years two and three
Years two and three combine academic modules with evidence based clinical practice elements allowing you to integrate theory and core clinical skills as you develop into competent professionals.
There are strong links with specialist clinicians who contribute to the academic course. A substantial part of the course follows a rigorous clinical education programme which provides broad experience in the management and rehabilitation of patients with a variety of problems and disorders. Much emphasis is placed on clinical reasoning and the evaluation of practice.
All areas of education are soundly underpinned by knowledge and application of the research and evidence based supporting practice.
Methods of Assessment Assessment includes a combination of academic coursework (eg essays, laboratory reports and presentations), written and practical examinations, clinical assessments and research reports.
Eligibility to become a Chartered Physiotherapist and Membership of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy Membership of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy.
Career opportunities Physiotherapy offers a range of career opportunities in a variety of settings. Extensive postgraduate opportunities are available. Many physiotherapists work in the NHS but this by no means the only employment available.Specialist areas of work include:
Acute sector (eg Orthopaedics, Rheumatology, Neurology, Respiratory Care, Paediatrics, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Elderly Care)
Community (primary care) sector (eg Paediatrics, the elderly, people with learning difficulties, people with physical disability)
Health Clubs, GP practices, sports clubs, industry, special schools
Selection Procedure As part of the selection process, you should be able to demonstrate a keen interest to communicate and work with people and a broad awareness of the scope of physiotherapy. If you are able to show this awareness, and if you meet the academic criteria, you will usually be called for an interview which plays an important part in the procedure. Interviews are usually conducted by a team of one academic and one clinical member of staff, and normally last up to fifteen minutes.
References and checks All offers of places at the School of Physiotherapy are made subject to satisfactory reference, health and police clearance.
We need a reference from a suitable person (such as your school if you are a school leaver, or your current/last; academic tutor). Occasionally an employer if you have worked previously in health; and/or social care before we can confirm your place on a course.
Police checks As the Physiotherapy course may involve contact with children or other potentially vulnerable patient groups,an enhanced Police Clearance will be required from candidates.
If you apply through Clearing we realise some references and checks may not be available immediately but we reserve the right to withdraw your place, even if you have started the course, if you are unable to supply a satisfactory reference and clearance.
If we do withdraw your place we cannot offer any compensation or refunds.
Contact for further information Ms Lynda Carter BSc Admissions Officer St George's, University of London Cranmer Terrace London SW17 0RE
