Physiotherapy placements in Greece

A physiotherapy placement in Greece is a supervised clinical placement where physiotherapy students observe and assist with rehabilitation, set in Greece’s hospitals. Med Trips runs 5 programmes for physiotherapy placements in Greece, most lasting 2–8 weeks. Every placement is supervised, includes accommodation and in-country support, and medical insurance is included in the fee.

This page lists every Med Trips physiotherapy placement currently available in Greece. Read the full Greece destination guide for visas, culture, weekend travel and FAQs, or see what other students do on a physiotherapy placement abroad.

Available physiotherapy placements in Greece

For dates, prices and what’s included for each placement, click through above or use our placement search.

What you do on a physiotherapy placement in Greece

Your week centres on observing and assisting with rehabilitation in a different healthcare setting. You attend ward rounds, observe assessments and procedures, and assist with appropriate basic tasks under the supervision of local clinicians. The exact mix depends on the hospital and your stage of training — Med Trips’ in-country team scopes this with you before you go.

How long? When can I go?

Most students choose 2–8 weeks. Departure dates are flexible across the year — check current availability on the programme dates page or in our search.

What does it cost? Can I get funded?

See our transparent prices for the current fee for a physiotherapy placement in Greece. Most UK, US, Italian and Spanish students cover at least part of the trip through bursaries, grants and fundraising — see our full guide to elective funding and our fundraising hub.

FAQ: physiotherapy placements in Greece

Is a physiotherapy placement in Greece supervised?

Yes. Med Trips works with vetted hospitals and your placement is supervised by local clinicians, with an in-country team available 24/7.

Will I be able to assist, or is it observation only?

You learn primarily by observing, with supervised assistance on basic tasks within your competence and within local regulations. You will not act beyond your training.

Does Greece need a visa?

Most placements need a tourist or short-stay visa — see the Greece destination guide for current details, and always check the official embassy site before booking flights.

Is insurance included?

Medical insurance is included in the Med Trips programme fee. Students arrange their own professional indemnity for any clinical activity — see our guide to elective insurance and indemnity.

Can I do this as part of a group from my university?

Yes — we run tailored group electives for universities, medical schools and student societies. Tell us your dates, numbers and learning objectives and we’ll build a proposal.

Ask our team a question about a physiotherapy placement in Greece, or jump into our placement search.