Physiotherapy
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Degree objectives
The Physiotherapy degree programme at ESS-IPS has been Bologna-compliant since 2008. It uses a case-based learning model that promotes learning centred on the challenges of professional practice and the individual needs of the student. It prepares students for excellent practice, in accordance with international standards and profiles, namely those of the World Confederation of Physical Therapy and the Australian Standards for Physiotherapy. From the first year of the course, the student has the opportunity to learn in real professional practice contexts, in diverse and recognised clinical practice sites, and is also given the opportunity to learn in international contexts. You have the support of a highly qualified and recognised teaching staff, which contributes to a constructive learning environment. You also have the opportunity to learn in an academic spirit of mutual support between students from the same year, other years and other ESS courses. You are invited to collaborate in various extracurricular activities throughout the year, including research and community activities, contributing to the health and well-being of the population.
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School
ESS - School of Health
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Study mode
presencial - DayTime
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Learning objectives and skills to be developed
The course aims to train physiotherapists with a professional profile that favours interaction between the technical-scientific and humanistic dimensions, promoting current and effective, autonomous, ethical and reflective practice, centred on the needs, potential and health expectations of users/populations, in a commitment to their personal and professional development.
The syllabus over the 4 years of the course ensures that the physiotherapist who graduates from ESS-IPS can fully exercise their profession, namely in providing care to users/populations, managing users and ensuring good practice, collaborating on research projects, participating in the training of new professionals or other health professionals and consulting on projects that benefit the health of the community. -
Career opportunities
Access to professional practice by obtaining the Professional Card issued by the order of physiotherapists
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Course coordinator
Carmen Sofia Frade Caeiro
Maria Margarida Pires da Costa Sequeira Antão
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Recognition of prior learning
Recognition of prior learning is carried out in accordance with the Academic Regulations of the Polytechnic Institute of Setúbal.
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Admission requirements
Prerequisites
Type: Selection
Group A - Interpersonal Communication
Entrance Exams
One of the following combinations:
02 Biology and Geology
or
02 Biology and Geology
07 Physics and Chemistry
or
02 Biology and Geology
18 Portuguese
or
02 Biology and Geology
19 Mathematics A
Minimum Scores
Application score: 100 points
Entrance exams: 95 points
Calculation Formula
High school GPA: 50%
Entrance exams: 50%
Other admission pathways:
- Re-entry Program;
- Special Admission Exam for Applicants Over 23 Years of Age;
- Special Admission Exam for Holders of Other Higher Education Degrees.The information provided does not replace consultation of the Directorate-General for Higher Education (DGES) website and/or the application page.
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Qualification requirements
46 course units successfully completed
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Legal framework and accreditation
Despacho n.º 5123/2022 de 29 de abril
Degree details
Curriculum / Study plan
1º Ano
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Mode |
Name |
Scientific Area |
ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|
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1º Semester |
CSH |
2.0 |
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1º Semester |
CBMV |
2.0 |
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1º Semester |
FIS |
10.0 |
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1º Semester |
CBMV |
7.0 |
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|
1º Semester |
FIS |
7.0 |
|
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1º Semester |
CSH |
2.0 |
|
|
2º Semester |
FIS |
6.0 |
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2º Semester |
CSH |
3.0 |
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2º Semester |
CBMV |
6.0 |
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2º Semester |
FIS |
5.0 |
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2º Semester |
FIS |
3.0 |
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2º Semester |
Introduction to Principles of Physiotherapy Assessment and Management |
FIS |
7.0 |
2º Ano
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Mode |
Name |
Scientific Area |
ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|
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1º Semester |
CBMV |
2.0 |
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1º Semester |
FIS |
7.0 |
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1º Semester |
FIS |
10.0 |
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1º Semester |
CBMV |
4.0 |
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|
1º Semester |
FIS |
4.0 |
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2º Semester |
FIS |
8.0 |
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2º Semester |
FIS |
7.0 |
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2º Semester |
FIS |
7.0 |
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2º Semester |
CBMV |
2.0 |
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2º Semester |
FIS |
3.0 |
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FIS |
6.0 |
3º Ano
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Mode |
Name |
Scientific Area |
ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|
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1º Semester |
FIS |
11.0 |
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1º Semester |
CSH |
2.0 |
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1º Semester |
CSH |
2.0 |
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1º Semester |
FIS |
7.0 |
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1º Semester |
CBMV |
2.0 |
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1º Semester |
FIS |
3.0 |
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2º Semester |
FIS |
12.0 |
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2º Semester |
FIS |
3.0 |
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2º Semester |
FIS |
8.0 |
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2º Semester |
FIS |
2.0 |
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2º Semester |
CSH |
2.0 |
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FIS |
6.0 |
4º Ano
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Mode |
Name |
Scientific Area |
ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|
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1º Semester |
FIS |
12.0 |
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1º Semester |
FIS |
7.0 |
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1º Semester |
CSH |
2.0 |
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1º Semester |
FIS |
5.0 |
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2º Semester |
FIS |
11.0 |
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2º Semester |
FIS |
2.0 |
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2º Semester |
CSH |
3.0 |
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2º Semester |
FIS |
8.0 |
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2º Semester |
CSH |
2.0 |
Elective Courses
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Mode |
Name |
Scientific Area |
ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|
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1º Semester |
FIS |
4.0 |
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1º Semester |
FIS |
4.0 |
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1º Semester |
FIS |
4.0 |
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1º Semester |
FIS |
4.0 |
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2º Semester |
FIS |
4.0 |
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2º Semester |
FIS |
4.0 |
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Type of degree
Degree
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DGES Code
9504
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Awarded Qualification
Licence
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Duration
4 Years
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ECTS Credits
240.0
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