Study location	Lithuania, Kaunas
Academic field	Therapy and rehabilitation (ISCED 0915)
Type	Undergraduate, full-time
Nominal duration	4 years (240 ECTS)
Study language	English
Awards	BSc (Bachelor's degree in Health Sciences)
Course code	6121GX008
Accreditation	Accredited: last ext. evaluation 30 June 2019, next - 2022.

Tuition fee	€3,836 per year
Application fee	€150 one-time Non-refundable
Registration fee	€250 one-time Non-refundable

Entry qualification

High school / secondary education (or higher) Good knowledge in Chemistry and Biology. The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English. Often you can get a suitable transcript from your school. If this is not the case, you will need official translations along with verified copies of the original. You must take the original entry qualification documents as well as verified copies along with you when you finally go to the university.

Territory requirements	Applications are NOT accepted from the following territories (based on citizenship): Pakistan.

Language requirements	English B1 level in English or equivalent is required. If you have taken an internationally recognized exam, please attach it to the application.

Other requirements

At least 2 reference(s) should be provided. The evaluation and recognition of qualifications is the main step of admission procedure and all applicants must pass the recognition process of their credentials. By submitting the application, applicant confirms that submitted documents are correct, truthful and complete. More information about the procedure of recognition of education documents (academic qualifications): • specific requirements applied on education documents by countries; • duration of the recognition procedure; • right to appeal in case of unacceptable decision made by the university’s office are provided under this link: lsmu.lt/en/admission/recognition-of-foreign-qualification/ Specific requirements for Non-EU applicants: The same requirements are applied for EU/EEA and non-EU applicants. Additionally for non-EU applicants: Validation of education documents by the Center for Quality Assessment in Higher Education (SKVC), skvc.lrv.lt/en/, could be required additionally. Early application is very much appreciated because admission procedures, evaluation of education certificates and visa application process takes a lot of time. In case of late application, applicant will not manage to complete the admission procedure till the start of the academic year.

More information	lsmu.lt/..ergraduate-studies/physiotherapy

Overview

The degree programme Physiotherapy is the movement therapy. The study programme prepares physiotherapists who, using the latest scientific knowledge, examine and evaluate the patient’s functional state and physical capacity, treat people recovering from injuries or illnesses with the help of movement and physical factors, return and maintain their health and physical condition.

Why study Physiotherapy at LSMU?
• 1269 hours of clinical practice (hands-on) in: University Hospitals or/and other hospitals; Family Medicine Centers; Inpatient and Outpatient Rehabilitation Centers; Pediatric Rehabilitation Center; Students have possibility participate in activities of Lithuanian physiotherapy association
• This degree programme provides prospective professionals with extensive, complex training: not only professional but also medical subjects are taught. Students are instructed by physiotherapists with extensive clinical experience and well-known guest lecturers from foreign universities
• Advantage of the program – excellent practical training: practice is performed at the LSMU Hospital Kauno klinikos, knowledge and skills can be improved by observing various clinical cases
• The work of a physiotherapist requires qualities such as love for people, willingness to help them, ability to listen. Requires leadership qualities, constant pursuit of new professional knowledge, and ability to work in a team with other medical professionals. Physical studies are worth choosing for those who have these qualities or are determined to develop them

Programme structure

Structure of the programme

Year 1

Introduction to studies, Promotion of personal health, Interprofessional communication, Cytology, Genetics, First aid, Fundamentals of Physiotherapy, Philosophy, Ethics, Professional language, Sociology, Anatomy, Physiology, Psychology

Year 2

Biochemistry, Diagnosis of Physiotherapy, Professional language, Biomechanics, Pharmacology, Elective course, Methods of Physiotherapy, Pathology, Clinical practice I, Elective course, The basics of ergonomic, Kinesiology

Year 3

Neurologic Physiotherapy, Physiotherapy, Physiotherapy in internal medicine and surgical condition, Motor control, Fundamentals of Radiology, Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy, Elective course, Social medicine and health care, Massage, Physiotherapy for orthopedic and traumatic patients, Clinical practice II, Aquatic Physiotherapy, Elective course

Year 4

Informatics and basics of scientific work, Rehabilitation, Physiotherapy for the elderly, Obstetric and gynecological physiotherapy, Clinical practice III, Elective course, Pediatric Physiotherapy, Clinical practice IV, Bachelor degree thesis, Final qualification exam

Career opportunities

After graduation you can:

• work as physiotherapists at different public and private health care institutions: hospitals, outpatient clinics, rehabilitation, social rehabilitation facilities, wellness centers, private clinics, supportive and nursing institutions, sports clubs licensed to provide health care;

• Continue your education by entering master’s programmes “Health and Rehabilitation” and specialize in clinical, sports, physical health rehabilitation, children rehabilitation, occupational therapy community.