Entry requirements
The entry requirements listed here are our typical offer, they should be used as a general guide.
Degree and experience
Applicants are normally required to hold a first degree, or equivalent, gained in the last 10 years with a minimum of 2:1 classification in a related subject such as biological, biomedical, behavioural, sports, exercise or health sciences or health professional education other than physiotherapy.
Knowledge of the physiotherapy profession and experience of health or social care related professional practice, will be an advantage.
EU and International students must have equivalent qualifications and English language qualification in line with University regulations for postgraduate studies and HCPC requirements.
Entry to the course is conditional upon satisfactory clearance; enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service and health screening.
COVID-19 vaccine requirement
The COVID-19 vaccination requirement has been removed. Find out more about this decision.
Interviews
Successful applicants will be invited to attend an interview.
Interviews will be held online on these dates:
- 13 December 2022
- 19 January 2023
- 2 March 2023
We have limited places so it is advisable to apply early to be considered for one of these dates. If the course fills the available places we will not hold later interviews. If you receive an offer you will have six weeks to accept it. After this point we may offer your place to another candidate.
Make sure that you submit your final transcript, evidence of any physiotherapy work experience and two references.
English language requirements
IELTS 7.0 overall, with no element below 6.5; or equivalent qualification.
Deferred applications
We are not able to accept applications for deferred entry onto this course. If you wish to apply for a later year of entry, we recommend waiting until the admissions cycle for that year opens – this is usually in October of each year.
Men are under-represented in many nursing and allied health professions in the UK. We are committed to helping address the balance and particularly welcome applications from male applicants.