Physiotherapy without Biology at A2

In response to your first point, i'm just wondering which universities you've looked at that said they don't require A Level Biology? Biology is fundamental to allow you to understand the foundations of physiotherapy. I understand they might have meant A Level Bio, but many universities also accept some BTEC courses and definitely Access courses, but only scientifically or healthcare orientated courses. There must be some biological elements in any course you do, whether that be A Levels, Scottish Highers, BTECs or an Access course to be accepted on to study physio.

I know many unis accept PE and Psychology as second sciences, but that is different for each university, so it is best to ask the particular uni themselves I am not sure that they'll accept PE as your 'first science' without Biology though.

Hey My boyfriend was in almost the same position as you last year, but instead of Psychology he took Geography. He also dropped biology at AS because he found it very difficult. He got offers from 4 places, one being Nottingham, and didn't bother waiting for his 5th to reply.

I don't think not doing biology would be a disadvantage to you at all, I'd worry more about your personal statement and interviews. I wouldn't suggest carrying it on, as PE is just as acceptable for Physiotherapy, and you would probably struggle at A2, so just concentrate on getting the grades in your other subjects and making sure your interview technique is good.

As for the whether Psychology is a science or not, you'd have to ask each individual Uni.

Ah thanks a lot! This really helps!