Studying Physiotherapy - Cardiff University 

I’m so glad I could inspire you! Good luck on your physio journey!

Hi yes I definitely will if I get time! For now I would recommend the physiotherapist's pocket book and Anatomy and human Movement: Structure and function, I will link both. There are a few ways to find papers, you can go through databases such as OVID, which your university should offer guidance on - or you can go for google scholar which I generally find a bit easier. You can also find articles through papers by looking at their reference. Hope this helps! x Pocket book: www.amazon.co.uk/Physiotherapists-Pocketbook-Fingertips-Physiotherapy-Pocketbooks/dp/0702055069/ref=pd_lpo_14_t_0/260-7885786-6588424?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=0702055069&pd_rd_r=9796e464-c8c6-45f6-bb55-27bce236fbd6&pd_rd_w=HI9Rg&pd_rd_wg=v3BrK&pf_rd_p=d8b3a5b8-7766-4dff-b57a-24ee5d46250d&pf_rd_r=7GCDTTZJBJH2PD888Z2E&psc=1&refRID=7GCDTTZJBJH2PD888Z2E Anatomy and Movement: www.amazon.co.uk/Anatomy-Human-Movement-Physiotherapy-Essentials/dp/0702072265/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=anatomy+of+movement+palastanga&qid=1617650901&s=books&sr=1-1

You start different parts of the dissertation throughout the year, for example to literature review - then do a placement.

Hi there! So I believe things have changed slightly since I trained and I think there may be some more online bits now. Our time table was pretty much 9-4pm with Wednesday afternoons off (generally for sport) they do a register and you are expected to be there or email why you aren't. Then with placement its full time 8-4 or 8:30-4:30 hours. I worked come evenings and weekends doing casual work but its a really full on course and difficult to juggle with personal life and exterior work life. It isn't impossible to work part time along side but have in mind you will be expected do self study outside the contact hours (9-4pm) and need some down time too! Hope this helps xx

@@lifeofluce7399 Thank you so much for the info, it’s really good to get an idea of what life would be like. And yes I can imagine the course is incredibly full-on! xx

Hi Richard! Sorry I have just seen this! I would recommend getting your bearings by walking from the Talybont residence to the Heath hospital as that is the route I walked everyday in first year! Also have a look at the student union, have a walk/ shop in town! Cathays is the place that most students live in second and third year so maybe have a look around there (it’s not very pretty but that’s because it’s full of grubby students!). Maindy leisure center is the closest swimming facility to uni halls but I believe the competitive swimmers train at the international pool in the bay so maybe have a look there too. Hope this helps!

@@lifeofluce7399 TY Luce much appreciated. Sounds a good plan we have 3 days and 2 nights in Cardiff so should fit that all in :)

From what I remember, the first year holiday and least year holidays are very similar to other degrees. The summer holidays in between 2nd and 3rd year is only 4-6 weeks (I can’t remember exactly) but this is because your on clinical placement. Hope that helps

@@lifeofluce7399 Thank you!

Yes, placements can be anywhere in wales. If you are sent anywhere over an hour commute the university give you a budget to arrange accommodation (hotel or air B and B) and/ or will pay travel expenses.

@@lifeofluce7399 How often are you sent on placement out of Cardiff or are most in or close to Cardiff?

@@mayac2371 overall you complete 8 placements, each 4 weeks long. These are split between second and third year and some are back to back.

Hi, I do the BSC undergraduate degree so don't have much info about the masters! The Cardiff Uni website might have some good info if thats any help! x

@@lifeofluce7399 Yeah, I have gone through the website... but even though, trying to gather as much information about the uni !

Hi, Cardiff is a relatively low cost place to live. I have always lived in the cheapest options so in first year for Uni accommodation I payed £96 a week. For private housing in second and third year I payed £280-£320 / month not including bills.

@@lifeofluce7399 Am interested in a room on rent near Cardiff University. Pls help me if u have anyone who is willing to rent.

@@manishasamant2897 Have a look on the facebook group Overheard at Cardiff University, there are sometimes posts on there looking for house members

Thanks will hunt for it on FB

@@lifeofluce7399 So , bills included , how much rent per month all together ? xx Btw love your Cardiff Uni videos , they are so helpful !

I’m so glad the video helped, best of luck and I might see you when you’re out on placement!

@@lifeofluce7399 sorry I’ve just seen this now 6 months later lol. Really enjoying the course so far. Lot of work but looking forward to placement and everything to come just need to get through the exam in January

Hello I’m thinking of applying here this year! Is it okay if I ask what grades and experience you got as I’m a bit bellow the requirements and wanted to know what admissions is like

Pretty much 99% of the degree is taught at Heath campus in the hospital lecture theatres and TDS building. Some parts of the course like manual handling and direction off Heath park campus.

@@lifeofluce7399 thanks for replying I have an offer for physiotherapy but I can’t visit the city atm because I live in England so I am trying to get an idea of what it is like to live there, how accessible is it to get around, how quick can I get to a beach, nightlife, sports etc thanks

@@beatsbyben5631 Have a look at my Pros and Cons of Cardiff Uni video, that should give you a good idea of the city. Let me know if you have anymore questions and I'm happy to answer them!

Pros and Cons of Cardiff Uni