Based on a total estimated cost of €85,960 over 4 years, Physiotherapy at Royal College of Surgeons Ireland has a 5-year ROI of 101.9%, 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 93%, very good career progression, very high demand for these skills in Ireland.
Typical roles after graduating
- Physiotherapist
- Sports Physiotherapist
- Clinical Specialist
- Rehab Specialist
Common employers for Physiotherapy graduates include HSE, RCSI Hospitals Group, Sports Medicine Clinics, Private Practice, Rehabilitation Centres.
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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