BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy

Evaluating Sport, Exercise and Health

This module will use a sport, exercise and health science context to develop study and research skills through practical application.

You will be introduced to simple methods of quantitative research and data analysis together with the rationale for those methods. You will experience a wide range of learning modalities to develop your study skills including:

• Practical data collection
• Computer laboratories
• Group seminars
• Group and individual tutorials.

Functional Anatomy of the Lower Quadrant

This module provides you with relevant anatomical knowledge of the lower-limb, lumbar and sacral spine regions as you develop associated practical skills. You will analyse basic functional movements and the contributing anatomical structures, and explore how tissues develop and change over time with aging, injury and the addition of load.

Functional Anatomy of the Upper Quadrant

This module provides you with anatomical knowledge of the upper-limb, thoracic and cervical spine regions. You will develop associated practical skills, analyse functional movement and the contributing anatomical structures, and explore how tissues develop and change over time with aging, injury and the addition of load.

Fundamentals of Human Physiology for Healthcare Professionals

You will cover the fundamental principles of human physiology by examining how key systems such as the musculoskeletal system, the cardio-vascular system and the respiratory system affect human performance, with reference to the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) framework. Body functions and structures are presented in relation to a normal healthy person. Specific attention is paid to energy metabolism in the context of human movement across the breadth of the energy spectrum.

Interpersonal Skills for Healthcare Professionals

In this module, you will consider how healthcare information is communicated. You will use guided reflection and activities to explore your own verbal, non-verbal, written and e-based communication, reflecting on how your own communication skills may impact on your work as a healthcare professional. You will also consider how to adapt communication for a range of audiences and learn to effectively translate healthcare knowledge for a range of populations.

Physiotherapy in Health and Society

This module introduces the professionalism, values and behaviour you will need as an allied health professional.

You will

• Develop a patient-centred understanding of the physiological, psychological and social issues influencing physiotherapy management.
• Explore the structure and function of health and social care in the UK.
• Discuss challenges associated with physiotherapy as you explore UK health legislations and policies.

Assessment:

You will be assessed by a health and safety: moving and handling test, coursework and an online exam.

Principles of Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy

This module introduces you to relevant knowledge and practical skills for the assessment and treatment of common musculoskeletal (MSK) injuries.

You will be introduced to common MSK pathologies, their subjective and objective examination, and the principles of rehabilitation within a framework of evidence-based, patient-centred care.

Assessment:

You will be assessed through coursework and a practical exam.

Questioning Sport, Exercise and Health

You will be introduced to study skills for higher education and discover the philosophical underpinnings of research in the sport and health sciences. You will also be introduced to qualitative research methods.

Applied Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy

This module aims to build on your knowledge and skills from the previous module Principles of Musculoskeletal (MSK) Practice. You will be provided with the ability to conduct safe and effective management of a wide range of common MSK injuries, including conditions related to the spine. Interpretation and analysis of assessment findings will further develop your clinical reasoning skills, alongside justification for treatment strategies.

Cardio-Respiratory Physiotherapy

In this module, you will gain an understanding of the patho-anatomy of a range of conditions related to the cardiovascular and respiratory systems and develop skills to perform evidence-based assessments and treatments in their management.

You will cover both long-term and acute care of conditions including the intensive care environment. Aligned to the CIMSPA professional standards Long-Term Conditions.

Clinical Exercise Physiology

This module explores the relationship of physical activity and sedentary behaviour with both the development and control of non-communicable diseases (NCD).

You will examine the physiological responses to physical activity, and methods to assess health and fitness for those individuals suffering from such disease states.

You will explore the application and appraisal of exercise prescription guidelines for NCDs, with consideration of those that are serviced by exercise/GP referral schemes.

This module is aligned to the CIMSPA professional standards Health Navigator and Long-Term Conditions.

Health and Care for Distinct Client Groups

This module will provide you with an insight and appreciation of the roles of Physiotherapists and other health professionals in relation to specific client groups.

Policies and national drivers that inform their management and care will be explored, along with the professional roles, responsibilities and modes of multi-disciplinary working.

The module will be responsive to the changing nature of health and social care and may include paediatrics, learning disabilities, mental illness, the elderly, co-morbidities, palliative and end-of-life care.

Neurological Physiotherapy

Physiotherapists will encounter patients suffering from neurological conditions arising due to illness and injury. This module introduces you to a systematic and evidence-based approach to the assessment and treatment of a range of conditions of a neurological nature.

Practice Based Education 1

This module exposes you to real-life environments.

You will be fully integrated members of a department or team, within differing contexts and environments. Your emphasis for development here is demonstrating professional behaviour and developing communication and team working skills.

• You will be expected to demonstrate awareness of aspects of professional practice, under direct supervision from a qualified Physiotherapist.
• You will draw upon previous observational experience and attempt to integrate theoretical knowledge and skills learnt in academic modules.
• You will document your understanding and examples of the value in practice as part of their reflective portfolio and discuss these with an academic tutor post-placement.

Practice Based Education 2

This module exposes you to real-life environments.

You will be fully integrated members of a department or team, within differing contexts and environments. Your emphasis for development here is demonstrating professional behaviour and developing communication and team working skills.

• You will be expected to demonstrate awareness of aspects of professional practice, under direct supervision from a qualified Physiotherapist.
• You will draw upon previous observational experience and attempt to integrate theoretical knowledge and skills learnt in academic modules.
• You will document your understanding and examples of the value in practice as part of their reflective portfolio and discuss these with an academic tutor post-placement.

Researching Sport, Exercise & Health

You will further develop your skills in research methods and data analysis, with a broad focus on analysis procedures including the qualitative method of interviewing and quantitative methods of analysis of variance, correlation and linear regression. These methods are commonly used procedures in the sport, exercise and health sciences, and understanding of these will also provide a solid foundation for understanding more advanced research methods that you may learn in your future work including research projects or postgraduate study.

Cardiovascular Rehabilitation

This module critically examines the process of rehabilitation as it pertains to cardiovascular disease. It includes detailed exploration of the aetiology of coronary heart disease (CHD), lifestyle management and psychology of behaviour change in relation to lifestyle.

The evidence-base for exercise and nutritional interventions will be critiqued within the framework of primary, secondary and tertiary care, alongside the skills required to compile multi-disciplinary interventions for secondary prevention.

Practice Based Education 3

Practice education placements 3 and 4 require you to demonstrate increased levels of knowledge and clinical reasoning with your own manageable clinical caseload with support and guidance from your supervisor/clinical educator.

The clinical context or location of these placements will differ from your previous placements, as you develop a bank of experiences that reflect the role of a Physiotherapist in contemporary practice. During these two placements, we ask you to consider specific NHS core values. Graduate employability should be enhanced by gaining an understanding and demonstrating how each value of the NHS constitution applies in everyday work across all healthcare settings.

Students will document their understanding and examples of the value in practice as part of their reflective portfolio and discuss these with an academic tutor post-placement.

Practice Based Education 4

Practice education placements 3 and 4 require you to demonstrate increased levels of knowledge and clinical reasoning with your own manageable clinical caseload with support and guidance from your supervisor/clinical educator.

The clinical context or location of these placements will differ from your previous placements, as you develop a bank of experiences that reflect the role of a Physiotherapist in contemporary practice. During these two placements, we ask you to consider specific NHS core values. Graduate employability should be enhanced by gaining an understanding and demonstrating how each value of the NHS constitution applies in everyday work across all healthcare settings.

Students will document their understanding and examples of the value in practice as part of their reflective portfolio and discuss these with an academic tutor post-placement.

Practice Based Education 5

Practice education placements 5 and 6 are your final placements. Here, you will consolidate your practical and academic experience, again in a location and context, individual to each student.

You will be expected to manage/lead a clinical caseload consistent with the expectations of a newly qualified physiotherapist, recognizing scope of practice and referring where appropriate. the emphasis will be on independent working, with minimal but consistent supervisor support.

During these two placements, we ask you to consider specific NHS core values. Graduate employability should be enhanced by gaining an understanding and demonstrating how each value of the NHS constitution applies in everyday work across all healthcare settings.

Students will document their understanding and examples of the value in practice as part of their reflective portfolio and discuss these with an academic tutor post-placement.

Practice Based Education 6

Practice education placements 5 and 6 are your final placements. Here, you will consolidate your practical and academic experience, again in a location and context, individual to each student.

You will be expected to manage/lead a clinical caseload consistent with the expectations of a newly qualified physiotherapist, recognizing scope of practice and referring where appropriate. the emphasis will be on independent working, with minimal but consistent supervisor support.

During these two placements, we ask you to consider specific NHS core values. Graduate employability should be enhanced by gaining an understanding and demonstrating how each value of the NHS constitution applies in everyday work across all healthcare settings.

Students will document their understanding and examples of the value in practice as part of their reflective portfolio and discuss these with an academic tutor post-placement.

Psychology of Physical Activity and Health

This module will seek to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the psychological theories applied to the contexts of physical activity and health and to evaluate the positive and negative psychological effects of participation in activities.

Research Project

The research project provides an opportunity to apply appropriate knowledge, concepts, and techniques to an in-depth study of a particular question or problem relating to sport,  exercise or healthcare.

This module aims to foster a greater understanding of the processes to undertake a small-scale research project and marks the culmination of the student’s learning experience over their undergraduate programme of study.