Study in UK (StudyIn) would like to offer some answers to our most frequently asked questions about studying Physiotherapy in the UK. Read the answers below and if you have any more questions reach out to an StudyIn consultant, who will be able to help answer any further queries.
Yes, you can! UK universities offer you the chance to study a BSc Physiotherapy undergraduate degree straight out of high school. Learn more about studying Physiotherapy at a UK university by speaking to one of StudyIn’s consultants.
A BSc Physiotherapy degree takes 3 years to complete in the UK. Click here to learn more about BSc Physiotherapy courses in the UK.
Yes, a 3 year BSc degree will allow you to practice Physiotherapy in Canada. Upon completion of your degree and return to Canada, you will provide your academic credentials to the Canadian Alliance of Physiotherapy Regulators (CAPR) who will review your qualifications and administer an examination to test your proficiency on behalf of provincial/territorial regulators.You can learn more about CAPR on our ‘Returning to Canada with your UK Physiotherapy degree’ page.
An MSc Physiotherapy (Pre-registration) degree takes 2 years to complete in the UK. Just as you would with a BSc Physiotherapy degree from the UK you will be required to follow the CAPR process upon your return to Canada. Visit our ‘Returning to Canada with your UK Physiotherapy degree’ page for more information.
MSc Physiotherapy is a 1-year programme and will not qualify you to practice Physiotherapy in Canada, whereas MSc Physiotherapy (Pre-registration) is a 2-year program and includes the required practical experience and so is the only one that qualifies you to practice as a Physiotherapist.To learn more about the MSc Physiotherapy (Pre-registration) program visit our dedicated page and speak to an StudyIn consultant.
Applicants from North America will normally be expected to have achieved a minimum GPA equivalent to 60% (some will require at least 70%) in their undergraduate degree. Relevant experience is desirable such as shadowing, volunteering or visiting a clinic.
Yes, you will need to do an interview for the majority of UK Physiotherapy schools and StudyIn can help prepare you for this interview. Speak to one of our consultants for more information.
Many Canadian Physiotherapy graduates from the UK will return to Canada to work at a Physiotherapy clinic. However, there are many other options for Physiotherapy graduates.A Physiotherapy degree opens the door for various health and sports science careers including sports fitness (for a professional sports franchise, fitness centre/club, senior care home or medical centre), specializations in pediatric, geriatric, orthopedic, cardiovascular, neurological and post-surgery physiotherapy and clinical researcher.
Speak to one of StudyIn’s consultants to learn about further career options for physiotherapy graduates.
If your Canadian undergraduate grades are not sufficient to guarantee entry into the MSc Physiotherapy (Pre-registration) program then we would advise that you apply for the BSc Physiotherapy program with your high school grades.You will be required to study for 3 years in a BSc program instead of the MSc’s 2 years but following graduation, you will have the qualifications to practice physiotherapy.
StudyIn offers a free and paid Physiotherapy Application Service to give you the best chance of securing an offer to a UK university. StudyIn will take you through the UK application process, help you to find the right accredited university for you, will help you to prepare for your interview and review your personal statement.Read what other Physiotherapy students have said about StudyIn’s services by clicking here.
The BSc degree costs approx 15,000 GBP per year (approx $25,000 CAD per year) and the MSc Pre-registration degree costs approx 17,000 GBP per year (approx $29,000 CAD per year).
Most physiotherapy schools offer scholarships between 10% to 50% off of tuition. There are a variety of scholarships available for international Physiotherapy students at UK universities. Speak to an StudyIn consultant to learn more about your scholarship options.
