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BSc (Hons) Sports Therapy
Introduction
There is a strong emphasis on practical experience and a range of activities that encourage understanding of the scientific principles, therapeutic intervention and developments in Sports Therapy in both a field and clinical setting. Also integrated into the three years is an Emergency Trauma qualification. This qualification aims to prepare the sports therapist for immediate trauma management on the sports field. Students will develop their knowledge and understanding of the application of first aid techniques up to an advanced level. This course is approved and validated by the Society of Sports Therapists and the Football Association.
Course Code / Duration
UCAS Code
C631
Duration
3 Year – Full Time
Entry Requirements
Our typical minimum entry requirements for applicants with A levels/AS levels/BTEC is 240 points. Applications from students with non-traditional qualifications are welcome.
Module Information
Year 1
Year 1 is designed to introduce the key topics required by a Graduate Sports Therapist (GST). Modules include ‘Functional Anatomy’, ‘Physiology for Sport and Rehabilitation Therapists’, ‘Sports Massage’, ‘Foundations of Coaching, Teaching, Instructing and Communication’ and ‘Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation’. These subject areas are supported with a module in ‘Academic, Personal and Professional Development’.
Year 2
Year 2 develops the theoretical and practical skills required of a GST through the modules ‘Clinical Practice in Sport and Rehabilitation Therapy’, ‘Pathology of Sports Injuries’, ‘Injury Prevention’, ‘Health and Fitness Training Principles’ and ‘Essentials of Sport Science for Coaching’ in addition to a research based module ‘Research and Analysis in Sport, Health Science and Coaching’.
Year 3
Technical skills are further enhanced, and emphasised, by more advanced diagnostic, treatment and rehabilitation capabilities through modules including ‘Diagnostic and Injury Management’, ‘Rehabilitation in Sport and Exercise’, ‘Strength and Conditioning’ and ‘Professional Practice’. A dissertation will also be completed in the area of sport therapy.
Fees and Funding
Course Tutors
Career Opportunities
Private Practice
Health and Fitness Clubs
Professional Sports Clubs
Mutli-Disciplinary Clinics
Cruise Ships
Sports Injury Clinics
Hotel and Leisure Sector
Health Farms
Fitness Trainer
Teaching and Training
Additional Information
This specialist programme for Sports Therapy integrates academic learning and the development of practical skills to an advanced level. There is a strong emphasis on practical experience and a range of activities that encourage understanding of the scientific principles, advance practical techniques and developments in Sports Therapy. It is recognised by and leads to membership of the Society of Sports Therapists.