Physiotherapy
Pori
Fysioterapeutti (AMK), Bachelor of Health Care
Sosiaali- ja terveysalan ammattikorkeakoulututkinto, 210 ECTS credits
Next application period 9 January - 14 February 2012 at www.admissions.fi. Studies start in August 2012.
A one-day entrance examination is arranged in Pori, Finland 23.-24.4.2012. The entrance examination includes three parts: 1. A written part based on Tortora's book, both the content and the language will be evaluated 2. A teacher's interview 3. A motor ability test which will take place in the gym, suitable clothing is needed.
Places: Pori 20
Entrance examination book section:
G. Tortora & Derrickson principles of anatomy and physiology 12th edition, vol. 1: pages 123 (connective tissue) - 142.
The English Degree Programme in Physiotherapy opens opportunities to work within field of rehabilitation. Studies are grounded on ten modules and practical studies are intergrated with theoretical studies. Clinical practice which takes place both in Finland and abroad 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.
We provide modern learning facilities, a firstclass scientific library, expertise in teaching and guidance and a friendly and open athmosphere. On the campus we provide 24/7 access both to computer rooms and a gym.
Your studies
• start with basic studies like languages, communication studies, bases of physiotherapy and rehabilitation
• will continue with professional studies like structure and function of the human body and methods of physiotherapy
• include Clinical physiotherapy practice and a Bachelor’s thesis
Goals of the studies
• you will be able to examine and treat human movement disorders and your therapy is based on physiotherapeutic examination
• you will have good theoretical knowledge which you can apply in practice and evaluate your action
• you will be able to provide high-quality physiotherapy services based on up-to-date knowledge
• you will 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 and clinics and non-governmental organizations. You can work with people of all ages.
The admission criteria for degree programmes conducted in English
Further information on degree program:
Maija Kangasperko
Degree Programme Coordinator
Phone: + 358 44 710 3466
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