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Physiotherapy

The Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy prepares you to help people achieve a greater range of movement and improve their quality of life.

As a future physiotherapist, you have an interest in the human body and how it works. You will learn to provide counselling and treatment, and to help prevent or alleviate pain. The full-time degree programme in Bern or Basel combines academic theory and practical learning.

«The personal relationship between a physical therapist and a patient is very important»: experts explain the versatility of their profession as Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy. (in German)

Begin your studies in autumn 2027.

Factsheet

  • Title/Degree Bachelor of Science (BSc)
  • Specialisations –
  • Mode of study Full-time (6 semesters)
    Part-time (7–12 semesters)
    + Practical Supplementary Module (10 months)
  • Start date Autumn: Week 34
    (Courses start from Week 38)
    → Enrolment from 1 October 2026
    Spring: Week 6
    (Courses start from Week 10)
    → Enrolment from 1 March 2027
  • Application deadline Start of autumn term: 15 February
    Start of spring term: 15 June
  • ECTS credits 180 ECTS credits
  • Teaching language German
  • Location Bern / Basel
  • School School of Health Professions
  • Next info event 22 September 2026

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This degree programme is offered in German. For detailed information, please go to the German page.