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As a Physiotherapist you’ll work to promote patient’s health and wellbeing, and restore their movement and function to as near normal as possible, in a wide variety of health settings; from intensive care units to Premier League sports clubs. You’ll have the opportunity to make a positive difference to patient’s lives in this rewarding career.

This practically applied course will enable you to effectively assess and treat a wide variety of patients, with an ability to analyse and evaluate your practice, in order to meet the demands of the rapidly changing health sector; with competencies beyond those expected of a graduate. The vital clinical placement aspect of the course will provide you with the practical and real-world experiences which will help to enhance your employability after graduation and give you an insight into how you will change tomorrow for your patients.

Entry Requirements

2026 entry requirements
Standard entry: 5 Highers at AABBB (two sittings) (at least BBBB from S5) including English or another English based subject and 2 from Maths, Biology (or Human Biology), Chemistry and Physics.

Widening access entry: BBBBB (two sittings) (BBB from S5) including English or another English based subject and 2 from Maths, Biology (or Human Biology), Chemistry and Physics.

You will need to attend a selection visit and interview.

Medical screening and evidence of immunisation are required before starting the course. You will also require a satisfactory criminal record check from Disclosure Scotland to show that you are suitable for this type of course. Contact Disclosure Scotland for details on the type you would need.