About the course

Stand out from the crowd with an integrated Master’s degree in Physiotherapy from the University of Plymouth. Starting in September 2020 our full-time, four year programme will develop your clinical, leadership, management and research skills to better prepare you to treat complex patients and promote progression in your Physiotherapy career., management and research skills to better prepare you to treat complex patients and promote progression in your Physiotherapy career.

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Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 4 Year(s)Fees: GB£65,200

Intake	Location
Semester 1 (September), 2024	Plymouth
Semester 1 (September), 2025	Plymouth

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Plymouth

UCAS tariff

　　136

　　UCAS tariff

　　136 points, usually with a minimum of 40 points in a biological science. These may be obtained from a range of qualifications, potentially in combination, to be assessed on individual applications. The below list of examples is not exhaustive:

　　GCSE Profile

　　A strong GCSE profile is expected. This is normally at least 5 GCSEs grade B/5 or above to include Mathematics, English and Science and usually obtained in one sitting. Preference is given to applicants who have obtained these grades on application. Equivalent numeracy and literacy qualifications may be considered, but usually if part of other qualifications/study.

　　A level

　　Typically AAB, which must include Biology, Human Biology, PE or Applied Science. Excluding General Studies and Critical Thinking. AS levels are not normally accepted.

　　International Baccalaureate

　　34 overall with Higher Level Grade 6 in Biology or Sports, Exercise and Health Science.

　　GCSE equivalence: Higher Level = 4, Standard Level = 5 in Maths, English, and Science.

　　If overseas and not studying English within the IB, applicants must have IELTS 7.0 overall with 6.5 in all elements.

　　Access courses

　　Pass Access (e.g. science, health, nursing, or combined science) with 45 credits at level 3, 36 at Distinction and to include 15 level 3 credits biological sciences. Remaining credits at level 3 must be at Merit.

　　BTEC RQF National Extended Diploma/ QCF Extended Diploma

　　BTEC National Extended Diplomas and Extended Diplomas are considered on an individual basis, depending on the units that are studied. They may be considered on their own or alongside A level biology, human biology, PE, or applied science, subject to the biological content of the BTEC units studied, which will be assessed on application.

　　Other qualifications

　　Equivalent qualifications may be considered, such as relevant Open University courses (e.g. SK299 Human Biology) if other academic points requirements are met, but not in an appropriate biological science.

　　Applications from recent graduates

　　Applications are welcome from graduates who have?successfully completed,?a degree, or?foundation?degree,?have normally studied within the last 5 years and hold (or will hold) a minimum of a 2:2 classification in a relevant area. A degree in an unrelated area would still be welcome if combined with an additional biological science-based qualification, such as an A level or OU SK299.

　　Applicants who have not completed their studies in the English language:

　　IELTS: 7.0 overall with 6.5 in all elements.

　　

English language requirements

　　7.0

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 60.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of Plymouth. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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