Frequently asked questions

A plus symbol by an entry means it is for logged in CSP members only.

• Q: What is physiotherapy?
• Q: What do physiotherapists do?
• Q: Is physiotherapy the right career for me?
• Q: Can work experience help?
• Q: Studying at University
• Q: What qualifications are needed in order to apply?
• Q: What about alternative entry qualifications?
• Q: How do I check entry requirements?
• Q: What are the non-academic requirements?
• Q: Will I be interviewed?
• Q: Other information
• Q: How do I fund my study?
• Q: What do I need to do next?

What qualifications are needed in order to apply?

Please note that entry requirements will vary from university to university so make sure you check directly with individual universities before applying.

England, Wales and NI

School leavers are normally required to have three A2 level subjects at a minimum of Grade C (one should be biological science) and four A1 levels at Grade B including a biological science. Students should also hold a minimum of five GCSEs at grade C and above taken at one sitting and include maths, English language and sciences.

Scotland

A typical student profile is five SCE Highers at grades AABBB taken at one sitting (minimum of two sciences).

Eire

School leavers should have an Irish Leaving Certificate with a minimum of four passes in subjects at higher level - two at B grade and two at C grade.

See our qualifying programmes page for details of all UK university physiotherapy programmes.