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Physiotherapy: Examples of 2018 entry requirements (Students are advised to always check online the latest entry requirements as these may have changed since this document was created) Physiotherapy is a competitive degree course; there are between nine and thirty-seven applicants per place. Entry grades are high with all courses asking for at least (BBB). Many courses stipulate the number of subjects and grades required at GCSE level and most require one or two science subjects at A level. All 35 Physiotherapy degree courses in the UK are accredited by The Chartered Society of Physiotherapy. Successful applicants will be required to complete a DBS Enhanced Disclosure, a satisfactory Occupational Health check and to provide a satisfactory second reference. Further information about physiotherapy is available from: The Chartered Society of Physiotherapy web site www.csp.org.uk/ NHS careers: http://www.nhscareers.nhs.uk/explore-by-career/allied-health-professions/careers-in-the-allied-health-professions/physiotherapist/ The Health Professions Council web site www.hpc-uk.org/ The Trotman book, Getting into Physiotherapy Courses, ISBN: 978 1 909319 25 7 From 1 August 2017, new students on nursing, midwifery and Allied Health Professions pre-registration courses (which lead on to qualification with one of the health professional regulators) in England will need to take out maintenance and tuition loans like other students, rather than getting an NHS bursary. This may prompt debates in the future in the other UK home nations, so it s worth keeping an eye on it. See this link to Funding changes. In February 2016 the Scottish Government announced retention of the bursary financial support for nurses who meet the residency eligibility, this is currently under discussion. Scotland International students are accepted on some course tuition fees apply. Physiotherapy is a vocational degree and applicants need to be enthusiastic about the profession and sure in their own minds that they really want to be a physiotherapist. All courses require applicants to undertake as much physiotherapy work experience as possible primarily within the NHS hospital and community settings, before applying. Experience in other areas, such as special schools, private practice, sports clinics, and centers for the elderly will strengthen your application. Additionally applicants must have fully investigated the profession through activities such as: attending open days, attending education days/seminars, taster sessions and accessing written and electronic sources of information. Additional/transferable skills, knowledge, experience will be considered which may come from caring or voluntary work experience, paid employment, sporting activity or an award scheme such as the Duke of Edinburgh Award. It is important to note that without any healthcare work experience it is likely that your application will be rejected. Examples of Physiotherapy 2018 Entry Page 1 of 10

University Subject requirements A levels International Baccalaureate Scottish qualifications Birmingham BTEC Extended Diploma accepted, see website for requirements AND all BTEC students should contact university before submitting an application. Minimum of seven GCSEs grade B or above including Mathematics, English and Science. with A in Biology, Human Biology or PE. Minimum 32 points with 6,6,5 in Higher level subjects. Higher subjects see A level information Check with Admissions. Bournemouth University International students accepted on this course. BTEC extended Diploma DDD plus 40 from an A level Required subjects: Biology, Human Biology or Physical Education. Relevant subjects: Chemistry, Psychology, Sociology or Physics. 136 tariff points from 3 A- Levels, Including 40 points from a required subject, or equivalent qualifications. 34 points from the IB Including 5 points from each of the 3 Higher Level subjects. 136 points from 3 Scottish Advanced Highers Including 40 points from a required subject. This course requires a minimum of 4 GCSEs grades A* - C (or grade 4 or above in the newly reformed GCSE grading) including Maths and English or equivalent qualifications. Brighton BTEC extended Diploma DDM, and an A-level in Biology or Human Biology at grade B. Applicants should normally possess a strong GCSE profile in a minimum of five subjects at grade C or above including English language, maths and a science. ABB One A-level must be biology/human biology or PE A minimum of 32 points Including biology at higher level. Typically 3 As and 2 Bs at higher level, which must include Biology and English. Examples of Physiotherapy 2018 Entry Page 2 of 10

Bristol, University of the West of England Deferred entry applications not accepted for this course. A limited number of international students (overseas fee status) are accepted on for this course. A minimum of DDD from the BTEC Diploma, to include 6 units in Biology or Human Biology. For all applicants, a minimum of 5 subjects at grade C or above (or comparable numeric score under newly reformed GCSE grading) to include English Language, Mathematics and Double Science or Physics, or equivalent. Please note the University does not accept Level 2 Key Skills, Functional Skills or Certificates in Adult Numeracy and Literacy as suitable alternatives to GCSEs. 136 tariff points 120 points from 2 A levels minimum, the rest can be from As not taken onto full A2, general studies accepted Grade B or above in Biology or Human Biology. 136 UCAS Tariff points Minimum grade of 6 in Higher Level Biology or Human Biology. 136 points. Brunel BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma D*D*D with an A-level grade B in Biology or Human Biology A minimum of 7 GCSEs grades B and above are required to include English and 2 Science subjects (Mathematics at grade C or above). General studies and Critical Thinking not accepted - ABB Must include grade B in A level Biology, Human Biology, Physics, Chemistry or Maths and at least one subjects from our preferred list at grade A: Applied Science, Chemistry, Classical Civilisations, Economics, English, Geography, History, Languages, Law, Maths (Further Maths or Statistics), Physical Education, Physics, Politics, Psychology, Sociology, Sport Studies. 33 points 5 at Higher Level Biology, Physics, Chemistry or Maths and 6 at Higher Level in two subjects from the preferred list of the following: Applied Science, Chemistry, Classical Civilisations, Economics, English, Geography, History, Languages, Law, Maths (Further Maths or Statistics), Physical Education, Physics, Politics, Psychology, Sociology, Sport Studies Advanced Highers Typical offer Biology at grade B and grade A in one of the following: Chemistry, Classical Civilisations, Economics, English, Geography, History, Languages, Law, Maths, PE, Physics, Politics, Psychology, RE, Sociology, Sport Studies Prefer 3 subjects at Advanced Higher, but will accept 2 Advanced Highers combined with 2 Highers. Examples of Physiotherapy 2018 Entry Page 3 of 10

Cardiff No International applicants accepted 7 GCSEs at grade C or above, to include English/Welsh language, Mathematics and a Science. to include grade B in Biology/Human biology 34 points overall Biology /Human biology at HL at grade 6. Advanced Highers: ABB to include Biology./human biology For applicants offering a BTEC qualification, please contact the School of Healthcare Sciences before submitting an application. DDD Coventry BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma: D*D*D* in Biological Science or a health related course plus additional AS Biology (minimum grade B). 7 GCSEs at grade A* C taken at a single sitting, including English Language, Mathematics and Science at grade B. The new grade 5 is equivalent to grade B. Evidence of recent study is desirable. to include a Biological Science subject.pe will be considered. General studies not accepted 34 points including 3 subjects at Higher Level grade 6 to include a Biological science. Advanced Higher: AB to include a Biological Science subject. This qualification is only acceptable when combined with the required Higher grades: CCC minimum. University of Cumbria BTEC accepted, see website. In addition a minimum of 5 GCSE at grade C or above, achieved in one academic year, which must include English language, Mathematics and Biology or Combined Science. 120-128 UCAS tariff points from a maximum of 3 A2 Level subjects to include 40 points in Biology, Human Biology or Physical Education. Tariff points 120-128 with grade 6 from Higher level biology 120-128 points from maximum of 4 Highers to include grade A in Biology/PE East Anglia BTEC DDD Level 3 Extended Diploma (18 Units) biology based Five GCSEs at grade B or 5 or above which must include English Language, Mathematics and a Science subject. which must include Biology, with a pass in the practical element or Human Biology or P.E. 33 points with HL 6 in three subjects including Biology. Advanced Highers: BBC which must include Biology, Human Biology or P.E. Examples of Physiotherapy 2018 Entry Page 4 of 10

Glasgow Caledonian BTEC Extended Diploma Applied Science or Pure science DDD. GCSE English at C. from one sitting, including one science and an additional two sciences at min GCSE level, plus GCSE English 32 points including 6 in Higher Level Biology plus one further science Higher: BB including English and two sciences plus one further science at Nat 5 C. Keele Extended Diploma 180 credits DDD + B at A Level or Diploma (120 credits, DD) BTEC Subsidiary Diploma (60 credits, D) / OCRCT Introductory Diploma (60 credits) + BB at A Level. Six GCSE (or equivalent) subjects taken in one sitting at grade C or above including English Language, Mathematics and combined or single Science subjects Deferred entry applications will not be considered ABB/A*BC To include Biology, Human Biology or Physical Education. 34 points To include Higher Level Biology at 6 or above. Advanced Higher: ABB The candidate must hold Biology, Human Biology or Physical Education as one of the Advanced Highers. In addition, six subjects at standard level taken at one sitting, grade C or above including Mathematics and English Language. King s College London BTEC extended Diploma DDD plus A level grade B. See website Applicants must have a minimum of 8 GCSEs at grade B or above including Science, English and Maths. Including two subjects from Biology (or Human Biology), Chemistry, Psychology, Physics, Sociology, Physical Education, or Mathematics. Biology is a preferred subject. 35 points With three Higher Level subjects at 665 including two subjects from Biology (or Human Biology), Chemistry, Psychology, Physics, Sociology, Physical Education, or Mathematics. Biology is a preferred subject. Note the total point score of 35 includes TOK/EE. in Highers plus 2 different Advanced Highers including two subjects from Biology (or Human Biology), Chemistry, Psychology, Physics, Sociology, Physical Education, or Mathematics. Biology is a preferred subject. Standard Credit grade 1 or 2/Intermediate 2/N5 in Mathematics, Biology/Science and English also looked for if not taken at Higher/AH. Examples of Physiotherapy 2018 Entry Page 5 of 10

Leeds Beckett BTEC: 128 points in an appropriate science award including Sports Science and Sports & Exercise Science (please note other science based awards may be acceptable if studied alongside an A2 level from the scientific discipline list above). GCSE Grade C in English Language, Mathematics, Science (Grade 4 for those sitting their GCSE from 2017 onwards). Key Skills Level 2, Functional Skills Level 2 and the Certificate in Adult Literacy/Numeracy are accepted in place of English Language and Maths GCSEs. If you are studying Biology, Chemistry or Physics to meet this requirement you must also achieve a `Pass' in the practical assessment, where that practical assessment is separated 128 points required. From three A Levels, or equivalent. At least 40 points must come from a scientific discipline. Scientific disciplines may be one of the following - Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Physical Education, Sports Studies, Psychology, Applied Science or Physiology. 27 points required with grade 6 or above in 2 scientific disciplines, at least one at higher level Advanced Highers - Grades BBB to include at least one of the following subjects: Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Physical Education, Sports Studies, Psychology, Applied Science or Physiology. Scottish Highers - Grades ABBBB to include at least 2 of the following subjects: Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Physical Education, Sports Studies, Psychology, Applied Science or Physiology Liverpool Please also see Value Based Recruitment. No international applicants accepted BTEC D*D*D* see website for details 7 GCSE SUBJECTS GRADE A* - B to include: Mathematics, English Language and two Science subjects from the following: Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Environmental Science, PE or Dual Science Award. Standalone English Literature is not accepted in lieu of English or English Language at Grade B. We will only accept one Subsidiary Diploma at a minimum of Distinction. This must be accompanied by two A2 Levels at Grade A and B. Biology/Human Biology or PE must be offered at A2 Level. General Studies is not accepted. A2 Level resit in Biology, Human Biology and PE must attain a grade A at resit attempt. Applied Science A2 Level must be accompanied by a further Science A Level, not Applied. 32 points Including 3 Higher Level subjects 2 at minimum of Grade 5, or above, and Biology at minimum of Grade 6, or above. A minimum of 5 Grade Bs from any combination of Advanced Highers and Highers. Consideration will only be given to Advanced Highers in different subjects to those of Highers. All subjects offered must be at grade B or above. Biology, Human Biology or PE must be offered at Advanced Higher level. Examples of Physiotherapy 2018 Entry Page 6 of 10

The A2 subjects must include Biology, Human Biology or PE. In total between the two qualifications, three separate subjects must be taken. Northumbria A good GCSE profile is expected including Maths, English Language and a Science at minimum grade B or University recognised equivalent. If you have studied for a new GCSE for which you will be awarded a numerical grade then you will need to achieve a minimum grade 5/6 in the English, Maths and Science. 128-136 UCAS Tariff points From 3 GCE/VCE A Levels including a B in a Science or Health related subject. 128-136 UCAS Tariff points Including minimum score of 4 in at least three subjects at Higher level including a 5 in Science. BBBBB at Higher level, BBB at Advanced Higher including a B in a Science or Health-related subject. Nottingham 45 (plus 8 international places) BTEC National Diploma: Sport and exercise science pathway only 18 units, distinction profile (DDD) Other BTEC diplomas are accepted at (DD profile) if accompanied by A Level Biology or Physical Education at grade B Minimum of six subjects at A or B grades to include maths, English language and either biology or integrated/combined sciences. Including a biological science or PE. Applicants are required to pass the practical element of assessment in biology, chemistry and/or physics if assessed separately. General studies not accepted. 34 points to include a 6 in Biology at Higher Level. Advanced Highers AA to include biology/pe plus BB at Highers Oxford Brookes BTEC extended diplomas: if Biology is a core subject - DDD. 7 GCSEs, including English, Mathematics and 2 Science subjects or dual award Science at grade B or above 136 UCAS points including Biology or Human Biology. 34 points Biology must be included at HL with 6 points or above. 3 subjects at Advanced Higher level at grades, must include Biology. Examples of Physiotherapy 2018 Entry Page 7 of 10

For Sport and Exercise Science and Health Studies - DDD + AS Level in Biology/Human Biology at grade B Plymouth University BTEC: Not considered as a stand alone qualification. All BTEC must always have a A Level Grade B alongside. If no science within BTEC this would need to be A Level Biology. 5 GCSEs grade C or above to include mathematics, English and Science. Preference is given to applicants who have obtained these grades on application. Including Biology/Human Biology/Applied Science., 33 points overall to include 6 at Higher Level in biology /human biology. English accepted within - if Advanced Level = 4+ (A1) or 5 (A2/B) - if Standard Level = 5+ (A1) or 6 (A2/B) - if overseas and not studying English within IB must have IELTS at 7.0 overall with a minimum of 6.5 in all elements. 136 Points from 3 Advanced Highers to include AB including Biology. AB Highers Queen Margaret, Edinburgh BTEC DDD see website Two of Biology, Physics, Chemistry and Maths at Higher/A Level or equivalent. Scottish and Irish applicants are also required to pass Higher English. 2 from Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Maths 32 points 2 from Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Maths at Higher level Scottish Higher: BB including 2 sciences from Biology, chemistry, physics and maths. Higher level English Robert Gordon All shortlisted applicants are invited to attend a half day selection visit prior to an offer of a place on the course being made. The selection process includes evaluation of your professional suitability, communication and team working skills. ABB to include two from Physics, Chemistry or Biology or Maths. English (or a subject requiring the use of English) is required at AS Level Grade B or above. 32 points to include Higher Level Grade 5 in English (or a subject requiring the use of English) and two from Biology, Chemistry, Maths or Physics, plus one further subject at Standard Level Grade 5 or above. BBBB required from 5th year to be invited to interview. A minimum of BB to include English (or a subject requiring the use of English) and two from Biology/Human Biology, Chemistry, Maths and Physics. Examples of Physiotherapy 2018 Entry Page 8 of 10

Sheffield Hallam BTEC National Diploma in Sport and Exercise Science minimum DDM profile Five GCSE passes at grade C or grade 4 or above, including mathematics, English language or literature and a science subject or equivalent We do not accept AS levels. We do not accept General Studies. 128 UCAS points from three A levels (including at least 40 points in either Biology, Human Biology or Physical Education) 27 points to include a grade 6 in Higher Level Biology or PE. Check with Admissions. Southampton BTEC Extended Diploma in health studies or science (D*D*D*) plus pure Science A Level (preferably Biology or Human Biology) at Grade A BTEC Diploma in health studies or science (D*D*) plus pure Science A Level (preferably Biology or Human Biology) at Grade A. 5 GCSEs at grades A*-C or 4-9 including Maths, Science and English Language (or IELTS at 7.0 with no component below 7) AAA including a pure science subject e.g. Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry, Physics Applicants taking the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) will also be made an alternative offer one grade below the standard offer, conditional on achieving an A grade in the EPQ. 36 points 18 at Higher Level. Check with Admissions. St George s 2018 requirements not available in September 2017 Extended National Diploma in Science, overall grades D,D,D (Distinction, distinction, distinction). Grades A* to C. English Language, Maths and Sciences are required to be a minimum grade C ABB Sciences or Physical Education may be helpful but are not essential. General Studies and Key Skills are not accepted. AS levels are not considered for this course. Re-sits will be considered 34 points overall a minimum of 16 points at HL. At Standard Level, a minimum score of 5 must be attained in Mathematics (or Maths Studies) and English, if at least a B grade has not Five B grades at Higher Level including English Language, Maths and Science. ABB at Advanced Higher Level including Biology or Human Biology and at least one other science. Examples of Physiotherapy 2018 Entry Page 9 of 10

but you may be required to achieve higher grades. Modular re-sits will be considered, however, you may be required to achieve higher grades. previously been attained in GCSE/IGCSE/O level Maths and English. York St John DDM from BTEC Extended Diploma in a related subject. The Health & Social Care Extended Diploma is accepted to cover the Biology requirement. 5 GCSEs at grade C or above (or equivalent) including English Language, Maths and Science We will randomly select 140 applicants who have met this criteria using a random integer generator and offer them an interview date in December, February or March. ABB from A2 subjects to include Grade B or above in Biology or PE (but excluding General Studies) 26 points required. Higher Level Biology or Physical Education Check with Admissions. Examples of Physiotherapy 2018 Entry Page 10 of 10