A wide variety of assessment methods is used, including continuous assessment, reflective writing, practical examinations, oral examinations, presentations and end-of-semester written papers.
This course is available through the following application route(s)
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.
About This Course
A wide variety of assessment methods is used, including continuous assessment, reflective writing, practical examinations, oral examinations, presentations and end-of-semester written papers.
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 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.
Programme Office,
Woodview House,
Belfield, Dublin 4
Tel: +353 1 716 6500
Email: physio.therapy@ucd.ie
Web: www.ucd.ie/healthsciences
Below is a list of all modules offered for this degree in the current academic year. Click on the module to discover what you will learn in the module, how you will learn and assessment feedback profile amongst other information.
Incoming Stage 1 undergraduates can usually select an Elective in the Spring Trimester. Most continuing undergraduate students can select up to two Elective modules (10 Credits) per stage. There is also the possibility to take up to 10 extra Elective credits.
Trimester | Credits | |||
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Stage 1 Core Modules |
ANAT10110 | Clinical Human Anatomy I | Autumn | 5 |
Stage 1 Core Modules |
BIOC00010 | Chemistry-Biochemistry | Autumn | 5 |
Stage 1 Core Modules |
PERS10120 | Science of Human Performance I | Autumn | 5 |
Stage 1 Core Modules |
PHTY10160 | Foundations of Health Care Practice 1 | Autumn | 5 |
Stage 1 Core Modules |
PHTY10330 | Introduction to Applied Biophysics Principles | Autumn | 5 |
Stage 1 Core Modules |
SMGT20250 | Psychology of Sport & Exercise | Autumn | 5 |
Stage 1 Core Modules |
ANAT20010 | Clinical Human Anatomy III | Spring | 5 |
Stage 1 Core Modules |
PERS10090 | Science of Human Performance II | Spring | 5 |
Stage 1 Core Modules |
PHTY10040 | Functional Anatomy and Kinesiology | Spring | 5 |
Stage 1 Core Modules |
PHTY10140 | Applied Exercise Science | Spring | 5 |
Stage 1 Core Modules |
PHTY10170 | Foundations of Health Care Practice 2 | Spring | 5 |
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 0 of: Students can select their final 5 credit module during a special registration period in Spring Trimester. You will then be able to select option below or alternatively request a first year elective place on another module |
PHTY20280 | Born to Run: The Science of Human Endurance | Spring | 5 |
Stage 2 Core Modules |
PHTY20140 | Physiotherapy Professional Practice II | 2 Trimester duration (Aut-Spr) | 5 |
Stage 2 Core Modules |
PHTY20050 | Exercise Programming | Autumn | 5 |
Stage 2 Core Modules |
PHTY20070 | Musculoskeletal I | Autumn | 5 |
Stage 2 Core Modules |
PHTY20150 | Cardiorespiratory I | Autumn | 5 |
Stage 2 Core Modules |
PHTY20160 | Neurology I | Autumn | 5 |
Stage 2 Core Modules |
PHTY20270 | Evidence Based Practice | Autumn | 5 |
Stage 2 Core Modules |
PHTY20010 | Musculoskeletal II: The Lower Limb | Spring | 5 |
Stage 2 Core Modules |
PHTY20020 | Applied Physics and Biomechanics | Spring | 5 |
Stage 2 Core Modules |
PHTY20040 | Musculoskeletal III: The Spine | Spring | 5 |
Stage 2 Core Modules |
PHTY20290 | Fundamentals of Pain Science and Practice | Spring | 5 |
Stage 2 Options - A) Min 0 of: Students must select minimum of two 5 credit modules. Students must select option module PHTY20110 Therapeutic Massage for Autumn trimester. For Sprint trimester either select listed option or alternative elective module of choice. |
PHTY20110 | Therapeutic Massage | Autumn | 5 |
Stage 2 Options - A) Min 0 of: Students must select minimum of two 5 credit modules. Students must select option module PHTY20110 Therapeutic Massage for Autumn trimester. For Sprint trimester either select listed option or alternative elective module of choice. |
PHTY20280 | Born to Run: The Science of Human Endurance | Spring | 5 |
Stage 3 Core Modules |
PHTY30010 | Physiotherapy Clinical Education III | Autumn | 10 |
Stage 3 Core Modules |
PHTY30020 | Physiotherapy Clinical Education IV | Autumn | 10 |
Stage 3 Core Modules |
PHTY30030 | Physiotherapy Clinical Education V | Autumn | 10 |
Stage 3 Core Modules |
PHTY30090 | Cardiorespiratory II | Spring | 5 |
Stage 3 Core Modules |
PHTY30100 | Neurology II | Spring | 5 |
Stage 3 Core Modules |
PHTY30110 | Clinical Exercise | Spring | 5 |
Stage 3 Core Modules |
PHTY30120 | Research Methods | Spring | 5 |
Stage 3 Core Modules |
PHTY30320 | Advanced Musculoskeletal | Spring | 5 |
Stage 3 Core Modules |
PHTY30410 | Health in a Global Society | Spring | 5 |
Stage 4 Core Modules |
FLME41030 | Legal Medicine (Physiotherapy) | Autumn | 2.5 |
Stage 4 Core Modules |
PHAR20030 | Pharmacology | Autumn | 5 |
Stage 4 Core Modules |
PHTY30190 | Physiotherapy Clinical Education VI | Autumn | 10 |
Stage 4 Core Modules |
PHTY40690 | Physiotherapy Clinical Special | Autumn | 5 |
Stage 4 Core Modules |
PHTY40790 | Physio Practice III | Autumn | 2.5 |
Stage 4 Core Modules |
PHTY41190 | Sports Physiotherapy | Autumn | 5 |
Stage 4 Core Modules |
PHTY30450 | Digital Transformation in Physiotherapy & Sports Science | Spring | 5 |
Stage 4 Core Modules |
PHTY40670 | Physiotherapy Clin Ed VII | Spring | 10 |
Stage 4 Core Modules |
PHTY41220 | Advanced Professional Practice | Spring | 5 |
Stage 4 Options - A) Min 0 of: Please select option modules to the value of 10 credits or or alternatively request a fourth year elective place on another module. |
PHTY41010 | Physiotherapy Research | 2 Trimester duration (Aut-Spr) | 10 |
Stage 4 Options - A) Min 0 of: Please select option modules to the value of 10 credits or or alternatively request a fourth year elective place on another module. |
PERS10020 | Fundamentals of S & C Online | Spring | 5 |
Stage 4 Options - A) Min 0 of: Please select option modules to the value of 10 credits or or alternatively request a fourth year elective place on another module. |
PHTY20280 | Born to Run: The Science of Human Endurance | Spring | 5 |
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
Mandatory healthcare screening and Garda/Police vetting required.
How to Apply
General application route(s) for Irish/UK/EU applicants* for International (non-EU) applicants* to Physiotherapy:
ROWCLASS | Apply to | Application Type | ||
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showAudience-audienceInt | MDS5 Physiotherapy Bachelor of Science |
Commencing 2024/2025 September | Undergraduate Degree (Non EU) Non EU Undergraduates |
Apply |
showAudience-audienceEU | DN420 Physiotherapy Bachelor of Science |
Full-Time Commencing 2024/2025 September |
Application through CAO | Apply via CAO |