During the program offered by the Oxford Brookes University, you will need to have the academic ability to work as an autonomous practitioner and be able to reason through individualised healthcare needs.Ê

You will also need to show personal qualities and values which underpin your overall care. Strong communication and team-working skills are essential together with a compassionate and caring nature.ÊYou will benefit from an interprofessional approach to learning with some modules shared with other health and social care students.Ê

Career prospects

On completion of the course, physiotherapists may work in units with expertise in:

  • Neurology
  • Respiratory care
  • Orthopaedics
  • Musculoskeletal conditions
  • Care of the elderly
  • Paediatrics.