Where to study physio in UK?!?!!!!

[Larianne]

Just to follow on the thread a bit. I'm hoping to study physio in England or Wales (looking to do 3 yr degree rather than 4) and would like to know what should I be looking for when choosing a college? The class size? The building/facilities on offer? How the programme is taught - self-learning etc.. Clinical placements and support? The location/accommodation?

I'm applying as a mature student so the usual uni activities doesn't bother me really, I just want to study Physiotherapy! Which colleges have a good support for mature students? (I'll be turning 27 when I start)

Thank you all.

[Flarenixie]

Hi

Im 29 and going into my second year at Herts. As a Uni it supports mature students, and about 10/15 % make up the cohort. I think generally most uni's like mature students, and offer alternative requirement entries, so take a look at each uni's breakdown of the course, some are more practical based, others more theory, so choosing will depend on your learning style. At Herts we do 2 placements in the 1st year (one is a shadow placement) , and three in the second......And of course go to the uni's and have a look round if you can

Good Luck

Karen

[jacinta]

hi all,

thanks for the info.
I am from malaysia and I am yet to decide
whether i should go to UK or going for Aus program to complete my top-uo degree.
with a foreign diploma cert, how do i apply to UK university?
of all i know is that getting to aussie uni is kind of difficult for us.
have you guys come across anyone in my situation?

thanks


jacinta

[demi]

hi everyone
im hoping to study physiotherapy at the Robert Gordons University in Aberdeen.
However, been told there is a shortage of jobs here in Scotland.
Does anyone know if this is true or not?

[Larianne]

It seems to be factor across the British Isles. But you have to look at it this way, you'll be a student for 3/4 years and hopefully the employment situation will change. Also, they are crying out for physios in other countries so if you don't mind travelling you'll find a job somewhere!

[rinnin]

Just to warn Larianne - 3 year degree graduates must do 1 years full time experience before being able to apply to NZ while those with 4 years dont. Rediculous I know.

[Larianne]

Just to warn Larianne - 3 year degree graduates must do 1 years full time experience before being able to apply to NZ while those with 4 years dont. Rediculous I know.

Cheers for that! I've been trying to find out what the difference in the 3 and 4 year degree programmes. I still don't know. Both do the same amount of clinical hours.

[cocojambo]

I believe core London has some good campuses.