Careers with a Physiotherapy degree
A degree in Physiotherapy will help you get ahead in the health sector. Read on about the different career options open to you with this qualification.
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What can you do with a Physiotherapy degree?
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Career options with a Physiotherapy degree
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Who employs Physiotherapy graduates?
This science-based degree will give you a robust approach in supporting peoples’ health and wellbeing. You’ll gain knowledge about the different systems in the body as well as more transferable skills like teamwork, empathy and decision-making abilities.
The graduate prospects for Physiotherapy graduates are high and its likely you’ll find work in a health-related role in the public or private sector. You could also decide to set up your own business and practice independently.
Many graduates go onto further study and specialise in a particular area either immediately after completing an undergraduate degree or as part of their continued professional development.
Jobs open to Physiotherapy graduates include:
- Physiotherapist
- Sports therapist
- Animal physiotherapist
Other potential opportunities include:
- Lecturer
- Chiropractor
- Dance movement psychotherapist
- Health service manager
- Osteopath
- Personal trainer
Examples of employers looking for graduates with Physiotherapy skills include:
- NHS
- BUPA
- Armed Forces
- Professional sports clubs
- Gyms and sports centres
If you go into research or teaching, typical employers include universities and higher education colleges.