COURSE CURRICULUM

In the physiotherapy degree, your first year provides a strong foundation in essential physiotherapy knowledge and skills. You will explore key subjects such as anatomy, assessment, treatment techniques, and the fundamentals of human physiology. Modules like anatomy and assessment skills and physiotherapy clinical skills introduce you to the structure and function of the human body while teaching you safe patient handling, movement evaluation, and exercise prescription. You'll also gain a clear understanding of your professional responsibilities and the importance of communication, empathy, and ethical practice. As you progress into the second year, the course becomes more focused on specialised areas such as musculoskeletal, neurological, and cardiovascular physiotherapy. You'll build on your existing knowledge and begin to develop critical thinking and clinical reasoning skills to manage complex patient conditions. Modules like musculoskeletal physiotherapy and neurological physiotherapy allow you to apply advanced techniques and expand your therapeutic approaches. At this stage, you will also deepen your understanding of research methodologies and how evidence-based practice supports effective physiotherapy care. Clinical placements continue throughout the course, giving you hands-on experience in real healthcare environments. In your final year, the course prepares you to work with patients facing long-term or complex health challenges. Modules such as complex practice and neuromusculoskeletal assessment and trauma refine your ability to make informed clinical decisions and deliver tailored interventions. You will explore advanced clinical reasoning, leadership, and research governance, preparing you to lead and innovate within your profession. Final-year placements further strengthen your confidence and readiness for employment. Overall, the course integrates academic learning with practical training, ensuring that you graduate as a capable, reflective, and compassionate physiotherapist ready to contribute meaningfully to patient care across a range of healthcare settings.