Physiotherapy: Fees & Entry Requirements at University of Cumbria, UK

Physiotherapy
University of Cumbria

UK

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About this course

What will I learn?

Working alongside qualified expert physiotherapists, you will learn profession-specific skills which meet the needs of your future employers. During your physiotherapy degree you'll complete 1,000 hours of work-based practice, taking advantage of our exceptional industry links. You will have the opportunity to take part in a flexible self-directed placement in Year 2 that allows you to explore areas of your specific interest.Our industry-experienced tutors will provide you with theoretical backing and hands-on opportunities in our physiotherapy and simulation suites. This simulated learning will enhance your confidence and enable you to apply your learning in safe scenarios, before progressing to real-life cases. Whilst learning, you will be able to work with other Institute of Health students, as you would in a professional role.On completion of this physiotherapy course, you will be eligible to apply for membership to the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) and the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). This will open up a variety of employment opportunities in the NHS, private and sporting sectors.

Which department am I in?

Nursing, Health and Professional Practice

Study options

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees
£16,000.00 (17,43,299) per year
This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2026

Venue

Carlisle - Fusehill Street

Fusehill Street,

Carlisle,

Cumbria,

CA1 2HH, Northern England, United Kingdom

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees
£16,900.00 (18,41,360) per year
This is a provisional fee yet to be approved

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2026

Venue

Carlisle Fusehill Street

Fusehill Street,

Carlisle,

Cumbria,

CA1 2HH, Northern England, United Kingdom

Entry requirements

For international students

120-128 UCAS Tariff Points

GCSEs: GCSE English Language, Maths and Biology (or Combined Science) at C/4 or above

A-levels: BBB-ABB to include Biology or PE at grade B (40 points)

T-levels: M. T levels Healthcare Science and Health are accepted for entry to this course

Access to HE: 30 Credits at Distinction & 15 at Merit to include 21 credits in Biology or Human Physiology

CACHE Technical Level 3 and Level 3 Extended Diploma: B - Science based

OCR Cambridge Technical & Edexcel/Pearson BTEC Level 3 (National) Extended Diploma: DDM – includes specific units – minimum 60 credits in Biology in an Applied Science/Health and Social Care programme

Scottish Highers: AABB-AAAB to include A (33 points) in Biology 

Irish LC Highers: A2x4 – A1, A2x 3 to include A2 (30 points) in Biology 

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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