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Physiotherapy

Atlantic Technological University · 4-year course
€38,000 Starting salary
94.4% 5-year ROI
2.9y Payback period

Based on a total estimated cost of €82,000 over 4 years, Physiotherapy at Atlantic Technological University has a 5-year ROI of 94.4%, with graduates earning around €47,000 after 5 years in the workforce.

The most recent CAO points requirement for this course (AU374) was 531 (2025).

Physiotherapy graduates from Atlantic Technological University report a graduate employment rate of around 93%, good career progression.

Typical roles after graduating

Common employers for Physiotherapy graduates include HSE, Private clinics, Sports clubs.

Slower to recover investment, but still provides positive returns over time.

By comparison, the median annual wage across all Irish employees is €38,000, and the average (mean) wage is €52,600. Physiotherapy graduates from Atlantic Technological University start above the national median, and after 5 years earn roughly 11% less than the national average.

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