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🎓 Bachelor's Degree

BSc in Physiotherapy

University of Cape Town — Health Sciences

About this course

UCT sub-minimum APS 360 (below this no offer is made). Guaranteed admission: FPS 730+/900. Mathematics 60%. Physical Sciences or Life Sciences 65% (either accepted). English 65%. Next 3 best subjects excl. LO at 60%. NBT Intermediate or above for AL, QL and Mathematics required. 70 places. 4-year degree plus 1 year community service leads to HPCSA registration as a physiotherapist.

Subject requirements

  • Mathematics60% minimum
  • Physical Sciences65% minimum
  • English65% minimum

Note: Pure Mathematics is required (Mathematical Literacy is not accepted).

How APS is calculated at UCT

UCT APS = English% + best 5 other subjects% (excl. Life Orientation), max 600. Commerce, Engineering, Humanities and Law: FPS = APS. Science FPS doubles Mathematics and Physical Sciences (max 800). Health Sciences FPS adds NBT score (max 900). Min APS values shown are Band C (minimum consideration)

Career outcomes (1)

Physiotherapist 🔥 High Demand
Health
Helps patients recover movement and manage pain through physical therapy. DHET 2024 high-demand occupation.
Important: APS and subject requirements shown are indicative — always confirm the exact requirements directly with University of Cape Town before applying.