Physiotherapy BSc (Hons) at University of Liverpool

The physiotherapy programme at the University of Liverpool teaches you how to diagnose and holistically treat a wide variety of clinical problems.

The curriculum is designed to reflect current practice with research evidence underpinning all aspects of teaching.

A broad range of learning opportunities ensures that learning is accessible to students expressing different learning styles and preferences. Alongside academic and professional skills you will gain an excellent range of practical experience in a wide range of settings. The programme at Liverpool will encourage you to become independent, resourceful and able to meet the exciting challenges of healthcare today.

Programme in detail

The programme adopts a modular approach to the delivery of content. It incorporates both university taught and practice-based components which have been designed together as an integrated whole.

In Year One of the programme you will develop the core skills and knowledge needed for physiotherapy practice in the key themes of musculoskeletal, cardio-respiratory and neuromuscular clinical science.

Year Two focuses more specifically on pathology and the practical application of evidence-based treatment techniques within each key speciality. In Year Three, you will have the opportunity to investigate the context of physiotherapy practice in more depth.

Clinical education is an integral part of the curriculum. The second half of the programme is arranged around blocks of clinical practice that enable you to reinforce and develop professional skills and knowledge in a variety of clinical settings. Our excellent network of local placements brings learning to life.

Key transferable skills are embedded into the curriculum at every level so that individuals are equipped to effectively manage their personal and professional development following graduation.

In the final year, the curriculum provides a variety of preparatory work for job applications assisting students in enhancing their employability. It may be possible to undertake a Year Three placement overseas at our partner institution in the University of Nebrija, Madrid through the study abroad programme. Studying abroad has huge personal and academic benefits, as well as giving you a head start in the graduate job market. For more information visit liverpool.ac.uk/goabroad

Career prospects

As a graduate of the School of Health Sciences you’ll be eligible to apply for registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) or the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC). You can look forward to a career in the National Health Service, Social Services or the private sector.

You will have gained a qualification that meets the Government’s criteria for ‘fitness for purpose’ and ‘fitness for practice’ as well as developing transferable skills such as communication, information technology, problem solving and teamwork.

Physiotherapy graduates are eligible to apply for membership of the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy. There are many employment opportunities for physiotherapists to work in a wide range of clinical settings, from paediatrics to older persons’ care. Many graduates choose to work in the NHS, but others may decide to find employment in industry, private practice, sport, research or teaching. Your UK qualification also provides an opportunity to work abroad in many countries.

Qualifying you for life

Students will develop skills including:

• Information gathering and analysis
• Problem solving
• Communication (written and oral)
• Numeracy
• Information and communication technology
• Working with others
• Time management
• Self-directed learning.