Southampton
The University of Southampton currently offers two programmes for their BSc Hons in Physiotherapy: 3 years full time and 4 years part time. They also offer an MSc in Physiotherapy (Accelerated).
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| Website | www.southampton.ac.uk/ |
| Address | University Road, Highfield, Southampton SO17 1BJ |
| UCAS code | S27 |
About the University
The University of Southampton is one of the top 10 research universities in the UK and has achieved consistently high scores for its teaching and learning activities. Living and learning at Southampton is a unique and exciting experience. You will be intellectually challenged and encouraged to perform to the best of your ability. Our state-of-the-art facilities and supportive environment create an impressive recipe for personal success and rich opportunities for the future.
About the faculty
The School of Health Sciences was formed on 1 August 2008 by bringing together the world-class teaching and research from three other schools and departments.
The Health Care Innovation Unit, the School of Health Professions and Rehabilitation Services, the School of Nursing and Midwifery have combined in order to bring improvements to our students and our colleagues in the NHS. By combining the expertise of each area we are now able to offer a truly interprofessional experience to everyone that studies or carries out research here.
We specialise in training and developing the health care professionals of the future. From preparing you for your first professional post, to developing ground breaking research, we have the programme for you:
- Undergraduate and pre-registration
- Post-registration
- Research
Our physiotherapy training covers all areas, from initial training, through to post-qualification and continuing professional development and research.
The School of Health Sciences is proud to be the leader in interprofessional working and all of our students take part in regular sessions with students from other health professions, allowing them to work in the same mixed environment that they will experience in the work place.
BSc Physiotherapy (3 years full time)
Key features
A combination of academic study and clinical placements is designed to integrate theory with experience. Learning and teaching methods vary depending on the nature of the module, and include lectures, project work in groups and self-directed study. You will be assessed on your academic work as well as your clinical placements, using a variety of methods, including written exams, essays, oral presentations, practical exams and development of a research protocol.
Clinical placements occur in blocks throughout the programme. You will be given the opportunity to learn and work with other health care students, developing an understanding of the roles of different professionals in a team-based service. This initiative has been recognised by the Department of Health as "leading edge", and three of the Schools involved (Health Professions and Rehabilitation Sciences, Nursing and Midwifery, and Medicine) are recognised nationally for the development of inter-professional learning.
Entry requirements
A levels: ABBb
IB: 33 points
Admission contact details
Dr Dinesh Samuel via email sotpadm@soton.ac.uk or tel+44 (0)23 8059 5260.
How to apply
Applications are through UCAS
Application process
All applicants must complete an Occupational Health Questionnaire and Criminal Records Bureau check.
Additional information
The programme is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills to practise as a competent physiotherapist in an ever-changing health care system. This encompasses working effectively with clients and their families and with other health professionals, as well as critically examining your own practice and managing your work competently. We also aim to prepare you for continuing your professional development once you are qualified.
Graduates of the physiotherapy programme obtain professional qualifications and are eligible to apply for state registration with the Health Professions Council, and for membership of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy.
In 2007, 28 per cent of physiotherapy students achieved a first-class degree and 68 per cent an upper second-class degree.
BSc Physiotherapy (4 years part time)
Key features
A combination of academic study and clinical placements is designed to integrate theory with experience. Learning and teaching methods vary depending on the nature of the module and include lectures, project work in groups and self-directed study. You will be assessed on your academic work as well as your clinical placements, using a variety of methods, including written exams, essays, oral presentations, practical exams and development of a research protocol.
Clinical placements occur in blocks throughout the programme. You will be given the opportunity to learn and work with other health care students, developing an understanding of the roles of different professionals in a team-based service. This initiative has been recognised by the Department of Health as "leading edge", and three of the Schools involved (Health Professions and Rehabilitation Sciences, Nursing and Midwifery, and Medicine) are recognised nationally for the development of inter-professional learning.
Entry requirements
A levels: ABBb
IB: 33 points
Admission contact details
Juliette Truman via email sotpadm@soton.ac.uk or tel+44 (0)23 8059 5260.
How to apply
Application is through direct application to the School of Health Sciences.
Application process
All applicants must complete an Occupational Health Questionnaire and Criminal Records Bureau check.
Additional information
The programme is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills to practise as a competent physiotherapist in an ever-changing health care system. This encompasses working effectively with clients and their families and with other health professionals, as well as critically examining your own practice and managing your work competently. We also aim to prepare you for continuing your professional development once you are qualified.
Graduates of the physiotherapy programme obtain professional qualifications and are eligible to apply for state registration with the Health Professions Council, and for membership of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy.
In 2007, 28 per cent of physiotherapy students achieved a first-class degree and 68 per cent an upper second-class degree.
MSc Physiotherapy
Key features
This programme offers science graduates with well-developed learning skills an accelerated route to the necessary qualifications for a licence to practise physiotherapy in the UK. The programme uses a guided discovery model of learning reinforced by clinical placements. The aims have been closely matched to the NHS Knowledge and Skills Framework.
Entry requirements
Upper second-class honours degree or higher in a human biology/behavioural science/sports science/health-related profession in which the foundation sciences (including human anatomy and physiology/psychology) were completed at honours level; experience of undergraduate-level research and project/dissertation; evidence of recent cardiopulmonary resuscitation skills would be an advantage; insight into the physiotherapy profession required.
Admission contact details
Robert Shannon via email sotpadm@soton.ac.uk or tel+44 (0)23 8059 5260.
How to apply
Application is through direct application to the School of Health Sciences.
Application process
University application form with references, followed by: interview; health screening process; immunisation status check prior to clinical placement; Criminal Records Bureau checks.
Additional information
Intake: Up to 25 per year. Start date: January 2009. Study mode and duration: Full-time 2 years. A range of assessment procedures to test knowledge and its application to clinical practice; clinical skills will be assessed in practical and clinical situations throughout the programme.
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