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BSc Physiotherapy

BSc Physiotherapy

Undergraduate (Level 8 NFQ , Credits 240 )

The vision of the UCD BSc Physiotherapy Programme is to educate Physiotherapists;

  • Who are highly skilled autonomous practitioners that demonstrate a whole-person and compassionate approach to patient care using evidence and research skills to inform and advance physiotherapy practice. 
  • Who demonstrate advocacy and leadership for clients and the profession in local, national and global dynamic healthcare environments

This course leads to one of the most rewarding careers in healthcare: Chartered Physiotherapist. Physiotherapy is the study and application of the scientific knowledge and professional skills required for the promotion of optimal health and well-being of adults and children through physical means. In addition to UCD based learning you’ll spend over 1,000 hours on supervised clinical education in hospitals and clinical centres throughout Ireland and abroad (optional). UCD’s full-time BSc Physiotherapy degree is accredited by the Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapists, and will appeal to students who enjoy science and caring for people.

The BSc Physiotherapy Programme is recognised by CORU, the Health and Social Care Professionals Regulatory Body, as an approved programme.


For more information regarding this course, please click School of Public Health, Physiotherapy and Sports Science

How do I apply?


For EU students, please apply via MyUCD. The following entry route(s) are available:
Description ENTRY Duration Application Opening Date APPURL
BSc Physiotherapy(MDS5)Undergraduate Degree (Non EU) Entry in
Sep 2024
Full Time - 4 Year(s) Apply from -
Oct 2023
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Physiotherapy students have, on average, a 35-hour week. In first and second year you’ll spend your time attending lectures and practical classes. In third and fourth year the focus is on clinical education and advanced physiotherapy skills.

A wide variety of assessment methods is used, including continuous assessment, reflective writing, practical examinations, oral examinations, presentations and end-of-semester written papers.
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BSc PhysiotherapyMDS5
Graduates in Physiotherapy have found employment in different roles across the world, in:

  • Hospitals and private practice
  • Primary care
  • Rehabilitation centres and nursing homes
  • Non-government agencies (e.g. Goal, Concern)
  • Education
  • Business, sport and leisure industries

    Graduates can also apply for a range of disciplinary and general graduate taught (graduate certificate, diploma, MSc) and research (MSc and PhD) programmes in Ireland and abroad.
  • Extensive international links offer you a variety of opportunities to widen your experience. You may choose to gain clinical experience in the USA, Botswana, Belgium or Canada.

    These currently include Erasmus programme opportunities in third year with Université catholique de Louvain, Belgium, as well as elective placement opportunities in fourth year in Europe, Africa, the USA, Canada, South America, Australia and New Zealand.

    Graduates of the UCD BSc Physiotherapy Program will:

     

    1. Function as highly skilled competent autonomous clinicians in diverse and local, national and global dynamic health environments

    2. Collaborate and practice as confident and competent members of inter-professional healthcare teams

    3. Demonstrate a whole-person and compassionate approach to patient care and self-care

    4. Critically evaluate and apply evidence and research skills to inform and advance Physiotherapy clinical practice

    5. Practice in a professional, safe ethical and legal manner

    6. Practice as a reflective clinician and demonstrate a commitment to life long learning and professional development.

    7. Demonstrate advocacy and leadership for clients and the profession

    8. Communicate in ways that recognise and respect cultural and linguistic diversity