Bachelor of Health Care, Physiotherapist (top-up)

Degree
Bachelor of Social Services and Health Care
Duration
210 ECTS
Time
Based on recognition of prior learning about 1 year
Mode of studies
Language
English
Price
Tuition fees might apply

Studies

Study objectives

Metropolia’s 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.

Study contents

The programme consists of 1-2 years of studies based on recognition of prior physiotherapy diploma or bachelor´s degree, minimum of 3 three years. Completing the degree requires full-time study and participation. Teaching is mainly during the daytime.

Recognition of prior learning (eRPL); prior physiotherapy diploma or bachelor´s degree is considered for the personal study plan (PSP).The programme consists of 1-2 years of studies based on recognition of prior physiotherapy diploma or bachelor´s degree, minimum of 3 three years. Completing the degree requires full-time study and participation. Teaching is mainly during the daytime.

Qualification

Only certified professionals who have completed the appropriate degree may work as a physiotherapist. Once students have completed their degree, they can apply to Valvira, the National Supervisory Authority for Welfare and Health, for the right to practice their profession.

Tuition fee

Tuition fee for non-EU/EEA applicants 11 000 €.

Ask about the physiotherapy studies

Ask about the physiotherapy studies

Ask Student and Admission Services about applying to the studies

Admission services: admissions [at] metropolia.fi (admissions[at]metropolia[dot]fi)

Applying

  • Application period
    31.12.2024 at 08:00 - 11.1.2025 at 15:00
    Start of studies
    autumn 2025
    • Day-time studies

    The Separate Application for International Degree Programmes is aimed at those applying on the basis of a top-up degree and an interview for an education leading to a higher education degree in English. Application period for top-up degree studies starting in autumn 2025 is 31 December 2024 08:00 am - 11 January 2025 03:00 pm (local time in Finland).

    Application instructions have been published on Studyinfo.fi

More information

For more information on the application process please contact

Metropolia's Student and Admission Services:
+358 40 712 5100
admissions [at] metropolia.fi (admissions[at]metropolia[dot]fi)

Starting studies

How to start your studies in Metropolia

Welcome to study for a degree at Metropolia!

Congratulations! You have been admitted to Metropolia University of Applied Sciences and we are delighted to have you as a new member of our vibrant community of more than 16 000 students!

You have made an excellent choice - Metropolia offers you unique multidisciplinary opportunities throughout your studies with its strong connections to working life and active role in innovations built around socially significant phenomena.

We are happy to have you with us and help you with any questions you might have. Welcome to Metropolia!

The below information applies to students who have been accepted to study for a full degree at Metropolia. Make sure to complete all the steps in order to secure your study place.

How to start Physiotherapy top-up studies?

Degree-spesific instructions will be published later.