Physiotherapy

Physiotherapy is experiencing high demand across a range of settings such as primary care, community settings, sport, and private practice. As a profession, an ageing population that is increasingly inactive means that demand for physiotherapy will be further enhanced. By studying this course, you will gain a specialist qualification that will help you develop into a highly-skilled, evidence-based clinician.

Physiotherapists can transform lives and empower populations ( Chartered Society of Physiotherapy - Vision for Physiotherapy).

Physiotherapists work in different areas of healthcare, including acute hospitals, primary care settings, community, and outpatient clinics. They also work in professional sport, health clubs and the commercial sector. You may also choose to set up your own practice.

At Buckinghamshire New University, we will help you gain the knowledge and skills to become a highly competent and compassionate physiotherapist, able to work with a variety of patient groups.

Led by academics with extensive clinical experience and guest lecturers who are experienced clinicians, you will also benefit from our close links with NHS and Primary Care Trusts across the surrounding areas.

As part of this programme you will attend placements in a variety of clinical settings, including but not limited to an acute hospital, primary and community stations, and outpatient clinics. This wide range of placements will help give you the experience and knowledge you need to propel you into a successful career as a physiotherapist. There will also be opportunities for simulation placement at the end of year one. The simulation placement allows students to develop essential clinical skills in a supportive environment.

Learning activities will focus on clinical skills and problem-based learning, which are further supported by lectures, e-learning, practical sessions, tutorials, and online and face-to-face seminars as appropriate. A variety of assessment methods will be employed to test your skills in practical or clinical contexts.

At our High Wycombe Campus, we have purpose-built facilities, including wellequipped simulation clinics and rehabilitation teaching rooms.

Upon graduation, you will be eligible to apply to register as a physiotherapist with the Health and Care Professions Council and as a member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy.