BSc Strength and Conditioning with Rehabilitation
About this course
BSc (Hons) Strength and Conditioning with Rehabilitation is an undergraduate degree in Sport and Exercise Science focused on athletic performance, physical conditioning, and injury recovery. Core topics include Programming, Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, Fieldwork, Project Management, Clinical Skills, Communication & Writing, and Ethics & Professional Practice. Students study in accredited facilities in Cambridge and can undertake optional fitness industry qualifications alongside their degree. The first year introduces foundational themes through Multidisciplinary Sport and Exercise Science 1, Introduction to Sport Coaching and Development, Multidisciplinary Sport and Exercise Science 2, and Practical Delivery of Sport and Physical Education. The second year advances core knowledge via Applied Research Skills, Physiological Profiling for Strength and Power, Functional Rehabilitation, and Practical Competencies in Biomechanics, while offering specialisation routes in biomechanics or exercise physiology. The final year centres on advanced competencies through Talent Identification and Development in Sport, Rehabilitation for Performance, Exercise Medicine, and Advanced Strength and Conditioning, with options to complete an undergraduate research project or advanced work placement.
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Entry requirements
112-96 UCAS Tariff points. We accept A Levels, T Levels, BTECs, OCR, Access to HE and most other qualifications within the UCAS Tariff. Must include a pass in Psychology, Physical Education, Sports Studies or a Science subject at A level or equivalent level. 3 GCSEs at grade C, or grade 4, or above, including English and Maths. If English is not your first language you will be expected to demonstrate a certificated level of proficiency of at least IELTS 6.0 (Academic level) or equivalent English Language qualification, as recognised by Anglia Ruskin University. An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure will be required prior to commencing your course. UCAS Tariff points acquired from BTEC Level 3 Diplomas in a related subject are accepted. International Baccalaureate Diploma with a minimum of 24 points is accepted, Higher Level Biology or a related subject is required. UCAS Tariff points from Scottish Advanced Highers are accepted, related subjects are required. UCAS Tariff Points from Access to HE Diplomas in a related subject are accepted. UCAS Tariff points from the Irish Leaving Certificate are accepted, related subjects are required. The European Baccalaureate at a minimum overall grade of 60% is accepted, this must include a related subject. HNC qualifications in a related subject are accepted. HND qualifications in a related subject are accepted.
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What students say
Based on about 15 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 98%
- Learning opportunities: 86%
- Assessment and feedback: 92%
- Academic support: 100%
- Organisation and management: 92%
- Learning resources: 97%
- Student voice: 76%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 70%
- Left higher education: 10%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 20%
What graduates do next
Based on about 19 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 60%
- Working and studying: 20%
- Further study: 10%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Teaching Professionals: 15%
- Sports and fitness occupations: 15%
- Caring personal services: 10%
- Elementary occupations: 10%
- Therapy professionals: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 100%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 90%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 60%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 170 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 1%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 2%
- East Midlands: 4%
- West Midlands: 3%
- East of England: 70%
- London: 10%
- South East: 7%
- South West: 3%
Who gets in
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 100%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Endorsed by the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA).
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Multidisciplinary Sport and Exercise Science 1
- Introduction to Sport Coaching and Development
- Multidisciplinary Sport and Exercise Science 2
- Practical Delivery of Sport and Physical Education
- Professional Development - Level 4
- Into ARU
- CIMSPA Level 2 Gym Instructor
- Applied Research Skills
- Physiological Profiling for Strength and Power
- Functional Rehabilitation
- Practical Competencies in Biomechanics
- Strength and Conditioning
- Applied Coaching and Teaching
- Ruskin Module
- Professional Development - Level 5
- CIMSPA Level 3 Personal Trainer
- Biomechanics: Analysis of Motion
- Physiological Profiling for Endurance
- Talent Identification and Development in Sport
- Rehabilitation for Performance
- Exercise Medicine
- Advanced Strength and Conditioning
- Undergraduate Research Project
- Advanced Work Placement
- Physiological Basis of Training
- Current Topics in Biomechanics
- Applied Biomechanics
- Physiological Responses to Training
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Strength and Conditioning with Rehabilitation at Anglia Ruskin University earn?
The median salary is £28,000 after 15 months, £22,500 after 3 years, £26,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £21,500 and £30,500. The £26,500 median after five years is £1,000 less than the UK median for Sport and exercise sciences.
What do graduates of BSc Strength and Conditioning with Rehabilitation at Anglia Ruskin University do next?
90% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2022-23).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Strength and Conditioning with Rehabilitation at Anglia Ruskin University?
98% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2024-25.
What grades do I need for BSc Strength and Conditioning with Rehabilitation at Anglia Ruskin University?
The typical offer is 24 points in the IB. The average entrant had 103 UCAS points.
Is BSc Strength and Conditioning with Rehabilitation at Anglia Ruskin University accredited?
Yes. Endorsed by the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA).
How many students continue on BSc Strength and Conditioning with Rehabilitation at Anglia Ruskin University?
70% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.