The BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy at the University of Suffolk is designed for aspiring healthcare professionals ready to become innovative, entrepreneurial practitioners. You will develop the essential knowledge, skills, and behaviours required in modern physiotherapy, focusing on human movement as central to health and wellbeing across all ages. This undergraduate degree prepares you to promote healthy lifestyles, provide preventive care, and conduct specialist assessments and rehabilitation. You will gain a deep understanding of fundamental concepts, clinical reasoning, and specialist areas, equipping you for a dynamic career in physiotherapy.
This full-time, on-campus degree, studied over three years, integrates theoretical learning with extensive practical experience. You will undertake seven placements throughout the course, totalling the 1,000 clinical practice hours needed to qualify, allowing you to experience diverse physiotherapy environments. The curriculum builds complexity year-on-year, enhancing your clinical practice, leadership, and research skills. You will work alongside other health and social care students, fostering collaborative practice. Upon graduation, you will be prepared for autonomous practice within a broad scope, ready for roles in the NHS, private practice, and emerging physiotherapy fields.