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Physiotherapy

Royal College of Surgeons Ireland · 4-year course
€39,581 Starting salary
1215.1% 5-year ROI
0.4y Payback period

Based on a total estimated cost of €13,200 over 4 years, Physiotherapy at Royal College of Surgeons Ireland has a 5-year ROI of 1215.1%, with graduates earning around €53,000 after 5 years in the workforce.

The most recent CAO points requirement for this course (RC004) was 566 (2025).

Physiotherapy graduates from Royal College of Surgeons Ireland report a graduate employment rate of around 95%, very good career progression, very high demand for these skills in Ireland.

Typical roles after graduating

Common employers for Physiotherapy graduates include HSE, RCSI Hospitals Group, Sports Medicine Clinics, Private Practice, Rehabilitation Centres.

One of the best investments in Irish education. Fast payback and excellent returns.

By comparison, the median annual wage across all Irish employees is €38,000, and the average (mean) wage is €52,600. Physiotherapy graduates from Royal College of Surgeons Ireland start above the national median, and after 5 years earn roughly 1% more than the national average.

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