Hong Kong athletes strived for impressive results for Hong Kong in the Tokyo Olympics 2020, but did you know the massive amount of injuries have been behind the athletes' glory? Due to the chronic shortage of physiotherapists in Hong Kong, the injuries of athletes may be delayed for effective treatment, this situation affects the performance of subsequent games. According to the study of "Medical Manpower Planning and Projection (Based on 2017 as the Base Year)", the disparity in the number of physiotherapists will reach 276 in ten years.
The shortage of human resources will further worsen. Hong Kong always had a massive demand for physiotherapists. The job opportunities of physiotherapists and occupational therapists is sufficient in the coming 20 years. After graduation, there are three main employment directions: working in the Hospital Authority, private organizations and non-governmental organizations. The monthly salary varies depending on organizations, position, experience, and practice ability. The lowest-level to second-level physical therapist's monthly salary is about $30,000 to $40,000; the monthly salary of the general director of physical therapy is $94,000 to $110, 000. The average salary of a physiotherapist is relatively higher than fresh graduates of other courses.
According to the government report, by 2030, Hong Kong will be in short of 186 occupational therapists. In addition to the aging population in Hong Kong, children with learning disabilities, and the increasing number of emotional patients, the demand for occupational therapists has also significantly increased. Occupational therapy's scope of work, service class and job positions are extensive. The employment prospects are excellent.
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Physiotherapy graduate prospects
After graduation, students can start their careers in hospitals, rehabilitation clinics, child care centers, nursing homes and other places. According to the civil service salary adjustment decision adopted in June 2021, the monthly salary of the second-level occupational therapist is between $30,235 and $48,860; the monthly salary of the general director of occupational therapy reaches $93,710-$110,170. For students who are interested in working in the occupational therapy industry, it is a very attractive opportunity to pursue your dream.
Physiotherapy entry requirements
In Hong Kong, only Hong Kong Polytechnic University offers relevant bachelor courses in Physiotherapy, with a median admission score of 39.6 (the best six subjects).
In terms of occupational therapy, Hong Kong Polytechnic University offers relevant bachelor courses with an average admission score of 37.8 (the best six subjects).
Differences between Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy
Are there any differences between Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy? Many students still cannot distinguish the two of them. In fact, physiotherapy is entirely different from occupational therapy. Physiotherapy is mainly divided into three aspects: muscle and bone, cardiopulmonary, and nerve treatment. The work content focuses on improving the patient's pain, assisting the patient's rehabilitation, and preventing diseases.
Occupational therapy mainly helps people who suffer from physical, psychological, learning or other obstacles, aging and other problems, and provides targeted training and environmental modification to help them improve their life skills and quality. You should be aware of choosing which is the most suitable for you before you apply for the degree.
Physiotherapy entry requirements for UK universities
- Bachelor of Physiotherapy in UK universities:
A-level requirements: AAB-ABB - DSE requirements: 554-544
- *Science subjects must be included in the elective subjects (some schools require students to achieve level 5 in biology)
Entry requirements for local universities
In Hong Kong, only Hong Kong Polytechnic University offers relevant bachelor courses in Physiotherapy, with a median admission score of 39.6 (the best six subjects). In terms of occupational therapy, Hong Kong Polytechnic University offers relevant bachelor courses with an average admission score of 37.8 (the best six subjects).
Occupational Therapy entry requirements for UK universities
- A-level admission score: AAB-BBB
- DSE admission score: 554-444
Students can apply for foundation courses after completion of secondary 5 and some universities offer guaranteed progression (upon fulfilment of progression conditions) to physiotherapy and occupational therapy bachelor programs.
Physiotherapy UK university ranking
- University of Southampton
- Robert Gordon University
- Cardiff University
- University of East Anglia
- University of Birmingham
- University of Salford
- University of Liverpool
- University of Nottingham
- Glasgow Caledonian University
- University of Bradford
Occupational Therapy UK university ranking
- University of Southampton
- Cardiff University
- Oxford Brookes University
- University of Bradford
- University of Liverpool
- University of the West of England
- University of Huddersfield
- Sheffield Hallam University
- Coventry University
- University of Salford
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