Bachelor in Physiotherapy
Kaunas, Lithuania
DURATION
4 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
01 May 2025
EARLIEST START DATE
01 Oct 2025
TUITION FEES
EUR 4,000 / per year *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* Fees are subject to change.
Key Summary
Introduction
Shape the Future of Healthcare with a Physiotherapy Degree from Lithuanian Sports University!
Do you want a career where you can truly change lives? At Lithuanian Sports University, our Physiotherapy Bachelor’s Degree Program offers more than just an education – it’s your launchpad to an exciting and impactful future in healthcare.
Dive into a program that blends the latest science and hands-on experience to prepare you for a career full of opportunities. You’ll learn to assess patients, develop innovative treatment plans, and use proven techniques to help people recover and thrive.
Imagine working with diverse patient groups, mastering real-world skills, and becoming part of a profession that’s all about improving health and quality of life. Join a community of students passionate about making a difference.
Ready to lead, innovate, and inspire? Join the Physiotherapy program at LSU – where your future as a game-changing physiotherapist begins!
Bachelor in Physiotherapy
- Language: English B2 level or IELTS 6.0/TOEFL 5.50
- Credits: 240 ECTS
- Begins: September
- Study type: Full-time
- Duration: 4 years
- Prerequisites: Diploma in secondary education
- Diploma: Bachelor of Rehabilitation, Physiotherapist
Objectives
The Physiotherapy Bachelor’s Degree Program aims to develop highly qualified university-level physiotherapists who excel in their field by leveraging the latest advancements in fundamental and applied interdisciplinary science.
Graduates will be:
- Ethically responsible, upholding the highest professional standards.
- Creative and innovative, capable of adapting to the evolving needs of healthcare.
- Research-driven practitioners, delivering physiotherapy services based on the most current evidence and methodologies.
The program equips students to:
- Assess and evaluate patients' clinical conditions.
- Identify the need for physiotherapy and establish accurate diagnoses.
- Plan and implement individualized treatment procedures.
- Evaluate and refine the effectiveness of therapy to ensure optimal outcomes.
This comprehensive training prepares graduates to provide modern, impactful care, empowering them to make meaningful contributions to the health and well-being of their patients.
Distinguished Features
The Physiotherapy Bachelor’s Degree Program at Lithuanian Sports University stands out with its innovative approach and adherence to international standards:
- Aligned with Global Standards: The program is developed in accordance with the requirements of the World Confederation for Physical Therapy (WCPT), ensuring graduates meet the highest professional competencies expected of physiotherapists worldwide.
- Unique Course Units: This program includes specialized course units that are not offered in other physiotherapy programs at Lithuanian universities, providing a distinct and competitive edge to our students.
- Extensive Clinical Practice Opportunities: Students benefit from 54 clinical practice placements both in Lithuania and abroad. These placements are led by specially trained clinical instructors who ensure the highest quality of hands-on learning experiences.
With these features, the program prepares future physiotherapists to excel in their profession and stand out in the global healthcare community.
Admissions
Curriculum
Modules
- Introduction to university studies and career planning; English Language
- Standard Lithuanian and Information Technologies
- Functional Anatomy and Biochemistry
- Basics of Physiotherapy
- Psychology and Pedagogy
- Sports and Exercises Physiology
- Public Health and Fundamentals of Rehabilitation
- Motor Control, Learning, and Neuromechanics
- Nursing Fundamentals and First Aid
- Technologies of Physical Activities (Swimming, Yoga, Fitness, Pilates)
- Clinical Examination of the Patient
- General and Therapeutic Massage
- Physiotherapy in Internal Medicine and Geriatrics
- Physiotherapy for Patients with Gynaecological, Obstetric and Paediatric Diseases
- Physiotherapy in Orthopaedics and Traumatology treatment
- Modern Neurorehabilitation
- Technologies in Physiotherapy
- Research Methodology
- Health Diagnostics (+ Ethics and Deontology, Sociology)
- Ergonomics and Hygiene
- Internship
- Final Bachelor Thesis
Program Outcome
Program outcome and competencies
Graduates of the Physiotherapy Bachelor’s Degree Program will possess a broad range of specialized skills and competencies, enabling them to excel as professional physiotherapists:
- Clinical Reasoning and Decision-Making:
- Physiotherapeutic Assessment and Diagnosis:
- Motor Control and Neurological Evaluation:
- Cognitive Function Assessment:
- Cardiovascular System Evaluation:
- Musculoskeletal Assessment:
These competencies ensure graduates are equipped to provide high-quality, research-driven physiotherapy care tailored to the unique needs of each patient.
Career Opportunities
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Physiotherapy Bachelor’s Degree Program will have diverse opportunities for further education and career advancement both in Lithuania and internationally:
- Postgraduate Studies:
- International Recognition:
- Healthcare Sector:
- Nursing and Wellness Centers:
- Private Practice:
This program ensures graduates are equipped for a fulfilling career in physiotherapy while maintaining the flexibility to pursue opportunities in Lithuania and abroad.