Principles of Rehabilitation

Code	School	Level	Credits	Semesters
PHRS1012	Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Sciences	1	20	Full Year UK

Code: PHRS1012
School: Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Sciences
Level: 1
Credits: 20
Semesters: Full Year UK

Summary

This course will focus on

• Theory of Physical Activity, Exercise, Therapeutic Skills

• Biological influences and Exercise Physiology

• Foundations of exercise prescription

Target Students

Only available to BSc Physiotherapy and BSc Sport Rehabilitation students in Year 1.

Classes

Teaching via a variety of methods including seminars, clinical skills and lectures

Assessment

100% Exam 1 (2-hour): Practical Exam (OSCE)

Assessed by end of designated period

Educational Aims

To understand foundational principles of physical activity, exercise, and therapeutic skills relevant to populations accessing Physiotherapy and/or Sport Rehabilitation services

Learning Outcomes

Communicate theories of physical activity and exercise

Apply a range of therapeutic interventions and outcome measures

Demonstrate a range of exercise prescriptions

Relate physiological principles to clinical scenarios

Demonstrate a variety of therapeutic skills

Communicate through a variety of mediums

Conveners

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Last updated 07/01/2025.