Physiotherapy open day presentation June 2013

University of BrightonFaculty of Health & Social Science

School of Health Professions

BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy

Admissions Team – Clare Deary, Kishore Garikipati, Claire Carvey

Course Leader – Dr Angela Glynn

Physiotherapy

Podiatry

Occupational Therapy

Clinical Research Centre

PhD

Professional Doctorate

School of Health Professions

• 50 funded places for UK/EU residents

• Places for International students

• 3 year full-time degree

• Approved by the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy

• Registered by the Health & Care Professions Council

• Modular design

• Variety of assessments

practical exams, written exams, viva’s, presentations, essays, clinical

placements, dissertation (year 3)

BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy

The first 18 months consists mostly of study within the University

Year 1- Theory and basic practical skills

Year 2- Main topic areas• NMS• Neurology• Cardiorespiratory• Supplementary topics (electrotherapy, research

methods and psychosocial)

Year 3 – Clinical Practice, Professional Development, Research Studies

The Course…………

5 clinical placements each lasting 6 weeks•1 placement in year 2 after Easter•4 placements in year 3

To gain core experience in:

•Community, Neurology, Respiratory, Outpatients

Additional experience may include:•Women’s Health, Amputee Rehabilitation, Burns & Plastics, Mental Health, Paediatrics, Spinal Injuries, Orthopaedics, Elderly Care Learning Disabilities.

Clinical Education

• Students at Eastbourne:Health ProfessionsNursing and MidwiferySports ScienceService Sector Management

• Excellent sports and social facilities 25m swimming pool, 36 station fitness suite, Large 6 court sports hall, Artificial ¾ length outdoor pitch. 12m x 4m Indoor Climbing wall, two gymnasiums

• Catered Halls of Residence• Library and Media Centre

Eastbourne Campus Facilities

We hope to see you again in September 2014.