Physiotherapy

The Degree Programme in Physiotherapy opens opportunities to work within the field of rehabilitation. Studies are grounded on ten modules and practical studies are integrated with theoretical studies.

Clinical practice can take place both in Finland and abroad and is tutored by qualified instructors. Students’ professional growth is supported by the production of a thesis, planned in collaboration with the producers of physiotherapy services.

Your studies

• basic studies like languages, communication studies, bases of physiotherapy and rehabilitation
• professional studies like structure and function of the human body and methods of physiotherapy
• Clinical physiotherapy practice and a Bachelor’s thesis.

Goals of the studies:

• examine and treat human movement disorders and your therapy is based on physiotherapeutic examination
• have good theoretical knowledge which you can apply in practice and evaluate your action
• be able to provide high-quality physiotherapy services based on up-to-date knowledge
• have good interactive and educational skills.

This is where you can work

You can work within the field of rehabilitation, both in the private and in the public sector. Most common employers are hospitals, health centers, private practice, industry, sport clubs, clinics and non-governmental organizations. You can work with people of all ages.

You can apply in www.admissions.fi.

• Fysioterapeutti (AMK), Bachelor of Health Care
• Sosiaali- ja terveysalan ammattikorkeakoulututkinto, 210 ECTS credits