This dynamic course gives you the sound knowledge and placement experiences to become a skilled, contemporary Physiotherapist. Covering anatomy, physiology, kinesiology, biomechanics, Physiotherapy practice and electrotherapy, the course hones your skills and provides opportunities for you to work with other healthcare professionals. You will normally carry out a two-week practice placement in Semester A and a four-week placement at the end of the first year in Semester C. During the second year there are usually two, five-week practice placements and in the final year you will carry out three, five-week practice placements. 

Work placement

Graduate with invaluable work experience alongside your degree and stand out from the crowd.  

This course offers you the opportunity to enhance your study and CV with a work placement sandwich year. It’s a chance to explore career possibilities, make valuable contacts and gain sought after professional skills.  

Our dedicated Careers and Employment team are here to help guide you through the process.

If you take up a work placement between your second and third year of study, at the University of Hertfordshire you’ll pay no tuition fee for this year. We’ll ask you to make your decision in your second year, so there is plenty of time to think about it. 

What's next for my career?

Graduates of this programme will have the opportunity to enjoy a range of professional career opportunities both within the NHS, private, sports, fitness,independent and charity sectors in the UK or overseas.

For more information you can visit the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) website and the NHS Careers. 

100% of our Physiotherapy graduates went on to employment or further study within 6 months according to the latest national Destination of Leavers from Higher Education (DLHE) survey.

Upon graduation, you'll be eligible to register as a Physiotherapist with the Health and Care Professions Council and join the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy. This course will lead to career opportunities as a Physiotherapist within the NHS, charities and private sector in the UK or overseas.