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UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: B160

Physiotherapy

University of Sunderland
Sunderland, England
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3 yearsDuration
£17,500Per Year (Intl)
£29,000Avg. Graduate Salary
88%Satisfaction

Course Overview

The BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy at University of Sunderland is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about improving patient care. Based in Sunderland, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 3-year full-time structure. Study human movement and function. Learn how to prevent and treat disease, injury and disability. Become a future leader in the healthcare profession. Physiotherapy is recognised as a healthcare profession where human movement and function are viewed as central components of individual health, wellbeing and quality of life. Home/uk fees are £9,790 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 93% student satisfaction rating, and 70% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Anatomy and Human Physiology
Movement and Biomechanics
Pathology and Disease Processes
Clinical Assessment and Examination
Therapeutic Exercise and Rehabilitation
Professional Practice and Ethics
Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy
Cardiorespiratory and Neurological Physiotherapy
UCAS Code:B160
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

A-Level

112-128 UCAS points from three A Level passes

Must include at least one of: Biology, Human Biology, PE, or health-related subject at grade B or above. General Studies AS/A Level not accepted.

UCAS Points112

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic65.55.55.55.5
PTE Academic59

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£17,500

per year

Total Course Cost (3 years)£52,500

Home Student Fee

£9,790

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Sunderland

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£28,000£29,000£35,000
3 years£22,500£29,000£39,000
5 years£23,500£31,500£42,500

UK subject average: £28,500 — sector benchmark across all UK universities

Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average

This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation Close to UK average salary
This course
£29,000
UK average
£28,500
Salary 5 years after graduation 11% above UK average salary
This course
£31,500
UK average
£28,500

Salary trend: ↑ up £2,500 from year 3 to year 5

Indicative Data

Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH02-06-05 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

65%Working
5%Studying
20%Work & Study
15%Professional Jobs
Official Data

Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

Student Satisfaction

Course-level data

National Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only

Teaching on my course
88%
Learning opportunities
86%
Assessment and feedback
88%
Academic support
100%
Organisation and management
76%
Learning resources
93%
Student voice
74%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
95%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Official Data

Source: This specific course at this provider

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About University of Sunderland

University of Sunderland offers Physiotherapy as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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