Overview

Study a course that has produced sports therapists for over 20 years

As a sports therapist, you are an integral part of the multi-disciplinary team that is necessary to provide the best care, injury management, and rehabilitation for both sporting and non-sporting participants regardless of age and ability. Accredited by the Society of Sports Therapists, this course has produced therapists that have continued on into a variety of careers within the sport sector for over twenty years.

The course utilises the principles of sport and exercise sciences incorporating physiological and pathological processes as you broaden and deepen your understanding of sports therapy through the academic study of sports medicine and sports science. You will develop excellent clinical skills, sound clinical reasoning and depth of knowledge that provides you with the ability to work autonomously.

Assessment

You will be assessed by a variety of methods, including essays, examinations, portfolios, practical assessments, lab reports, and oral presentations.

Our course includes a mix of assessments, so that you may develop a wide range of transferable skills. Modules are assessed at every stage of the course, offering cumulative assessment of your progress.

You can monitor your own progress, allowing you the opportunity to discuss and plan your development with your lecturers throughout the course. Where appropriate special arrangements can be made for students with an identified need.

Careers

Acquire the skills and knowledge required to gain employment with the sports industry

We understand the importance of ensuring that you have the knowledge, skills and experience to compete successfully in today’s challenging jobs market.

With a practical-based modular approach, our BSc (Hons) Sports Therapy course gives you the skills and experience necessary to succeed as a professional sports therapists, as well as in a variety of other roles within the sports industry.

Typical careers include:

• Sports therapist
• Private practice
• Fitness consultant
• Personal training
• Health promotion
• Teaching