Physiotherapy Top-Up Degree, Bachelor of Social Services and Health Care

Physiotherapy Top-Up Degree, Bachelor of Social Services and Health Care

Metropolias Physiotherapy degree programme aims to train skilled and innovative physiotherapists in a manner in which they develop their own work for the diverse and unpredicted needs of the changing society. The topical themes challenge professionals to continuously learn and reform their operating methods. In accordance with the needs of the social, health and rehabilitation services, the studies emphasise holistic learning and skills for multidisciplinary collaboration, which is based on client understanding and the active inclusion of clients.

Structure of studies

• core requirement studies
• professional studies
• practical training
• elective studies
• final project

Degree title: Bachelor of Social Services and Health Care

Credits: 210 ECTS

Metropolias Physiotherapy degree programme aims to train skilled and innovative physiotherapists in a manner in which they develop their own work for the diverse and unpredicted needs of the changing society. The topical themes challenge professionals to continuously learn and reform their operating methods. In accordance with the needs of the social, health and rehabilitation services, the studies emphasise holistic learning and skills for multidisciplinary collaboration, which is based on client understanding and the active inclusion of clients. Detailed objectives are described in the curriculum.

The training consists of 210 ECTS credits and takes 3.5 years to complete. Completing the degree requires full-time study. Lectures are mainly held during the daytime. The course offering has been planned to enable students to include 30 credit points per term.

Graduates may find employment in primary and specialised health care and rehabilitation in public, private and third sector organizations or as an entrepreneur.