Physiotherapy (Pre-Registration)

Entry requirements

A UK first or 2:1 Honours degree, or equivalent internationally recognised qualification, with a preference for a science subject, with extensive anatomy and physiology as an integral component (Chiropractic, Osteopathy, Acupuncture, Physical Education, Sports Science, Sports Management, Nursing and previous Physiotherapy degrees cannot be considered). All applicants must hold a B Grade at A-Level (or international High School equivalent) in Biology with evidence of informed insight into the profession of physiotherapy.

Applicants will be required to attend a full day selection day which includes an interview. Applicants will be able to choose whether to attend an online or on-campus interview. Applicants in the UK are encourage to attend an on-campus interview.

Please note this programme is not suitable for qualified physiotherapists. Please contact the HCPC for further information if you wish to acquire UK state registration rights.

Months of entry

September

Course content

Are you looking for a rewarding career in physiotherapy? Do you have a science-based degree? This course allows you to progress from your undergraduate degree to becoming a fully-qualified physiotherapist.

The course is designed to be hands-on and practical. Our Mary Seacole Building is purpose-built for physiotherapy and occupational therapy. The rooms reflect the type of clinical environments that you'll work in as a physiotherapist and you’ll learn your practical skills here as you’ll have the opportunity to practice on patients visiting the university and on your fellow students. This means that you’ll be confident and experienced in time for your first placement.

On this course, you’ll learn how to evaluate data and to apply research knowledge and skills to clinical practice. You’ll be taught to design your own research and how to use this research to advance clinical practice.

At Brunel we understand the value of making the most of your 1,000 hours of clinical experience. Your placements begin at the end of the first year. All our academic staff have worked or still work clinically within the London area so you will benefit from their excellent links with prestigious London hospitals.

There’s also a strong focus on professional development throughout the course. Study areas include managing and improving health services, self-management and team working so you’ll be fully equipped with a strong scientific foundation and the practical and professional skills to progress your career. This is reflected in our employment figures with 100 per cent of MSc pre-registration graduates employed as physiotherapists within six months of completing the programme.

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Information for international students

Dean’s International Scholarship: This course is eligible for a £2,000 fee waiver, per academic year, subject to availability. This Scholarship is for full-time international students only. Find out more.

English language requirements

• IELTS: 7 (min 6 in all areas)
• Pearson: 64 (59 in all sub scores)
• BrunELT: 68% (min 58% in all areas)
• TOEFL: 98 overall (min 20)

You can find out more about the qualifications we accept on our English Language Requirements page.

Fees and funding