Bachelor's Program in Physiotherapy
The Bachelor’s program in Physiotherapy at OST is about more than just creating training plans and guiding exercises. It’s about building therapeutic relationships with patients, playing a key role in their treatment success, encouraging self-management, and supporting them through challenging transitions.
The Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy prepares you to take on a central role in a complex healthcare system. You’ll learn how to use movement and training strategically to sustainably improve physical and mental health. Become an expert in the science of movement and the human body.
Program at a Glance
Degree
Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy (180 ECTS) with Professional Qualification in Physiotherapy
Program Start
Each September during week 38 (orientation in week 37)
Duration of Studies
6 semesters full-time, plus workplace experience*
Tuition
CHF 1,000 per semester
Campus
St.Gallen campus
Registration Deadline
The application deadline for the fall semester 2025 is November 29, 2024.
The entrance exam will take place on Saturday, December 7, 2024.
Good to Know
Since the courses are taught in German, we kindly refer you to the German pages for more detailed information.
*To obtain professional qualification, a 10-month physiotherapy internship in a healthcare institution or private practice must be completed after graduation.
Advantages of a Bachelor in Physiotherapy at OST
- Discovering the mind-body connection: In the Bachelor's degree program in Physiotherapy, you will learn how illnesses and injuries affect not only the body but also the mind. With in-depth knowledge of how emotions, thoughts, and motor behavior interact, you will design personalized treatments that holistically improve the health of your patients.
- Therapeutic competence based on strong relationships: As a physiotherapist, you support individuals dealing with physical complaints or limitations. You work closely with patients to set goals together and plan interventions that are transparent and achievable. In the Bachelor's degree program in Physiotherapy at the Eastern Switzerland University of Applied Sciences (OST), you will develop the skills to build trusting relationships, even in challenging situations, to achieve long-term improvements in your patients’ health.
- Evidence-based practice: The Bachelor's degree program in Physiotherapy at OST places growing emphasis on the collection, analysis, and interpretation of clinical data. You will be prepared for the future of physiotherapy, which is increasingly shaped by scientific evidence and digitalization. The faculty members at OST are actively involved in clinical research and consistently promote the transfer of theory into practice across all areas of physiotherapy.
Program Focus and Content
The Bachelor's degree program in Physiotherapy at OST focuses on key topics that address current and future challenges in healthcare. In the 6th semester, you can choose your area of specialization through an elective module.
Mental Health
You will gain an in-depth understanding of the connections between the body, movement, and mental health. In addition, you will learn how to effectively apply non-pharmacological interventions to treat long-term stress and fatigue conditions as well as mental illnesses.
Training and Sport
You will study the biological effects of physical activity, exercise, and sports on health in depth, with a particular focus on rehabilitation training. In addition, you will gain insights into elite sports.
Internal Medicine
You will specialize in the rehabilitation of cardiovascular and pulmonary diseases, metabolic disorders, and cancer. In addition, you will expand your physiotherapy skills in intensive care, acute care hospitals, and the rehabilitation of individuals with diseases affecting organ systems.