European School of Physiotherapy (ESP) 2016 2017

EUROPEAN SCHOOL OF PHYSIOTHERAPY HONOURS PROGRAMME BACHELOR'S DEGREE PROGRAMME FULL-TIME 2016-2017

EUROPEAN SCHOOL OF PHYSIOTHERAPY THE AIM OF PHYSIOTHERAPY IS TO

STUDY PROGRAMME

HELP PEOPLE RECOVER FROM

The ESP offers a challenging and high-quality accelerated three-year programme leading to a bachelor’s degree. ESP is a programme for selected and ambitious students, who are highly motivated and willing to work hard. The programme has been awarded the status Honours by the Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences.

ESP has also been accorded the status of Small Scale and Intensive Education by the Accreditation Organisation of the Netherlands and Flanders.

PHYSICAL DISCOMFORT AND AILMENTS. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN HELPING OTHERS AND ARE PREPARED TO WORK HARD, THEN THE ESP MAY BE THE RIGHT CHOICE FOR YOU. FOR WHOM? You are disciplined, willing to work hard, and you know what you want. ► You really want to help other people. ► You are interested in the movement and functioning of the human body. ►

You are taught a mix of theoretical subjects and practical skills. Examples of courses are Anatomy, Pathology, Physiotherapy Interventions and Concepts of Clinical Reasoning. You learn to think critically and to reflect, and are also taught to apply a structured method of clinical reasoning, an essential part of being a physiotherapist.

Another distinctive feature of the ESP programme is its clear focus on Evidence Based Practice and innovation.

To get the best practical experience, the programme includes four internships which last for more than 10 months in total. At least two internships should be completed abroad in at least two different countries.

You will have a personal study advisor supervising your academic work and personal development throughout your study period. We aim to create a very safe and social study environment for all our international staff and students.

TITLE Bachelor of Science

CAREER POSSIBILITIES Physiotherapists are employed in hospitals, private practices, rehabilitation centres, nursing homes, health centres, and sports teams or associations.

Physiotherapists who have been trained in the Netherlands can work in many different places in the world. However, in some countries additional qualifications may be required.

with an IELTS 6.5 score or international equivalent.

For more information, please check hva.nl/esp.

ENROLMENT If you would like to enrol, please apply before March 15 2016 by submitting the ESP application form at hva.nl/esp.

FURTHER INFORMATION STUDY LOAD 48 weeks of courses or internships. ► 53 hours of study a week, with about 24 contact hours (lectures and practicals). ► Other hours are spent on preparation, self-study and research projects. ► In the first year, 50 of the 60 available credits is the minimum requirement in order to continue your studies (BSA criterion). ►

This brochure provides a brief overview of the programme. For detailed information, visit hva.nl/esp

CONTACT esp@hva.nl 0031 (0)20 595 4200

LIMITED PLACES ESP is a very popular programme: there are always more applicants than places available. So if you are interested, we would advise you to start early with your enrolment process. We operate a decentralised selection procedure, which means that, after you have applied, you will be invited for a selection day.

SELECTION DAY The day consists of some mini-interviews, a knowledge test and a psychological test.

Based on your score, you will be ranked and the best 80 students will be selected to start the programme.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS All students need at least: 1. A prior education, with (international) equivalent of Dutch vwo diploma.

2. English language proficiency,

“The programme is challenging at times; managing time is very important.”

Eleni Henry, class of 2014

HVA.NL/ESP

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STUDYING IN AMSTERDAM Studying at the Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences / Hogeschool van Amsterdam (AUAS/HvA) means living in Amsterdam, one of Europe’s liveliest capitals. The city is not only an attractive melting pot of different nationalities, but also a hub of cultural activities and sporting events. Amsterdam is an international city and English is the second language of many inhabitants, so you will soon feel at home here. It is also an excellent starting point from which to explore the rest of Europe.

AMSTERDAM UNIVERSITY OF APPLIED SCIENCES Nicolaes Tulphuis Tafelbergweg 51 1105 BD Amsterdam hva.nl/esp