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Physiotherapy

  • BSc (Hons)
  • 3 Years
  • Full-time
  • 28 September 2026
  • Undergraduate
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Course summary

This demanding, full-time programme teaches you how to diagnose and holistically treat a wide variety of clinical problems. The curriculum is designed to reflect current practice with research evidence underpinning all aspects of teaching.
A broad range of learning opportunities ensures that learning is accessible to students expressing different learning styles and preferences. Alongside academic and professional skills you’ll gain an excellent range of practical experience with our unique approach to practice placement provision. The programme at Liverpool will encourage you to become independent, resourceful and able to meet the exciting challenges of healthcare today.

This programme is endorsed by the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) and approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) for the purpose of providing eligibility to apply for registration with the HCPC as a physiotherapist.

Ways to study this course

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Study options

  • BSc (Hons) • Full-time • 3 Years

Start dates

  • 28 September 2026

Apply by
14 January

This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.

Application codes

Course code:
B160
Institution code:
L41
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus Code:
-
Points of Entry:
Year 1

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How to apply

Apply by
14 January

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
B160
Institution code:
L41
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus Code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

UCAS Tariff Not accepted

A level AAB

AAB including Biology or PE or Sport Science and the Active Leisure Industry. For applicants studying A levels with English exam boards: Where a science has been taken at A level (Chemistry, Biology, Geology or Physics), a pass in the Science practical of each subject will be required.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) DDD

BTEC Nationals are considered in addition to 6 GCSEs grades A* – B or level 6, which must include English Language, Maths and two Science subjects from the following: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, PE, Core Science, Additional Science and Dual Science Award. Please note that Applied GCSEs will not be considered. BTEC National Extended Certificate We will accept one subject at a minimum of Distinction. This must be accompanied by two A2 subjects at grade A and B. The A2 subjects must include Biology, PE or Sport Science and the Active Leisure Industry. In total between the two qualifications, 3 separate subjects must be taken. BTEC National Diploma We will only accept in Sport and Exercise Science at grade DD plus one accompanying A2 subject at grade A. Applicants presenting with a BTEC National Diploma in Health and Social Care will be considered at grade DD and must also have an A level in Biology, PE or Sports Science and the active leisure industry at grade A. Across the two qualifications, two separate subjects must be taken. BTEC National Extended Diploma Will be accepted in Health and Social Care or Sport and Exercise Science at grade DDD.

Access to HE Diploma D: 36 credits M: 9 credits

Pass relevant Access to HE Diploma with 45 Level 3 credits with 36 at Distinction and 9 at Merit with 15 of the Biology/Human Physiology modules passed at Distinction. Applicants must also have 5 GCSEs at a minimum of Grade C (Level 5) including English language, Mathematics and Science (in either Biology, Chemistry or Physics).

Scottish Higher AAABB

AAABB to include Biology or PE at Grade A. Advanced Highers at AB, plus Highers at AB. A mixed presentation must include Biology or PE at either Higher Level (Grade A required) or Advanced Higher Level (Grade B required).

Scottish Advanced Higher ABB

ABB to include Biology or PE. Advanced Highers at AB, plus Highers at AB. A mixed presentation must include Biology or PE at either Higher Level (Grade A required) or Advanced Higher Level (Grade B required).

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme 34 points

34 points overall with no score less than 4 including Biology or Sport, Exercise and Health Science at Higher Level or pass the IB Diploma plus 6,6,5 in 3 HL subjects including Biology or ‘Sport, Exercise and Health Science’

Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024) B

B in the Welsh Baccalaureate, plus grades AA at A level to include Biology or PE.

Extended Project A

A level grades ABB with a grade A in the EPQ.

Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) H1, H1, H2, H2, H2, H3

6 Higher Level subjects to be gained at a single sitting including English and Maths. 2 subjects at H1 grade to include either Biology or PE. Plus 3 subjects at H2 grade and one subject at H3 grade.

GCSE/National 4/National 5

5 GCSE subjects grade 5 including English, Language Mathematics and one science from the following: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, PE, Core Science, Additional Science and Dual Science. Standalone English Literature is not accepted in lieu of English or English Language at grade 5 (GSCE). Applied GCSEs will not be considered.

T Level D

T levels in Health is accepted with an overall grade of D (distinction) to include an A grade in the core.

ADDITIONAL ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Knowledge/understanding of the profession
Evidence of care/compassion for others
Evidence of teamwork and personal achievement
Evidence of verbal/written communication skills

Additional entry requirements

Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)

Contextual admissions

Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.

The University of Liverpool is committed to supporting talented applicants from all backgrounds to succeed. One of the ways we support students and fair access to higher education is through making reduced offers as part of our contextual admissions strategy, the Liverpool Scholars programme, Realising Opportunities national collaboration of universities and Sutton Trust Pathways. Additional consideration may be given to applicants with disrupted education or extenuating circumstances.

Learn more on the University of Liverpool website

Historical entry grades data

This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course with (learn more).

It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place.

Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

No fee information has been provided for this course

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.

Additional fee information

Tuition fees for Home undergraduates
If this is your first degree and you are a Home student applying for entry in 2024, you do not have to pay your fees upfront. Instead, you can take out a tuition fee loan which is paid straight to the University. This is available to most students, no matter what their household income.

For UK students applying for 2024 entry the Tuition Fees are £9,250.

Check tuition fees for our undergraduate degrees. Select a course and go to the fees and funding section on the course page: Https://www.liverpool.ac.uk/paying-for-your-studies/

Some of our programmes charge less than the full £9,250 fee:
• Foundation programmes: the fee for the foundation year of specified programmes at Carmel College
• Programmes with a Foundation element: Psychology BSc (Hons) (2+2 programme with Foundation element) is run in collaboration with Wirral Metropolitan College.
• Programmes with a year in industry or a year abroad:
Some programmes which include compulsory fieldwork or additional elements such as the Pilots Licence in Aerospace Engineering may incur additional costs. Where this is the case, those costs will be outlined at on-campus events such as the University Open Days or Post Application Visit Days

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