BSc Sport Rehabilitation with Foundation Year
About this course
BSc (Hons) Sport Rehabilitation with Foundation Year is an undergraduate degree in Sport and Exercise Science that prepares students for careers as healthcare professionals specialising in musculoskeletal injury assessment, diagnosis, and treatment. Core topics include Data Analysis and Research Methods. The four-year programme includes an integrated foundation year to build academic readiness, incorporates at least 400 hours of vocational placement across various healthcare and sporting settings, and holds accreditation from the British Association of Sport Rehabilitators. The first year focuses on foundational study through modules such as Essential University Skills 1, Human Anatomy & Physiology, Sport in Action, and Individual Case Study. The second year introduces practical clinical methods via Sports Massage, Functional Anatomy & Sports Injuries: Lower Limb, Exercise Techniques & Training, and Qualificatory Practice Unit 1. The third year advances therapeutic capabilities through Pathophysiology & Therapeutic Practice, Functional Sports Rehabilitation, Applied Manual Therapy: Peripheral, and Investigative Techniques. The final year concentrates on advanced practice and independent study, featuring Neurodynamics in Sport, Advanced Athlete Care, Screening & Pre-habilitation, and the Independent Investigative Project.
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Entry requirements
48 UCAS Tariff Points. You can find out more about the tariff and qualification options from the UCAS tariff table . Functional Skills Level 2 in English and Adult Literacy are also accepted. A full list of acceptable level 2 qualifications can be found here: Level 2 Acceptable Entry Requirements . DISCLOSURE AND BARRING SERVICE CHECK If you accept an offer of a place we require you to comply with an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) background clearance check. Details on the policy can be found here. If you think you have a criminal conviction You will need to submit a Criminal Record Self Disclosure Form as part of the process. For more information on this and the form itself, please refer to Self-disclosure of criminal record. GCSEs: GCSE English Language at grade 4/C or above. Functional Skills Level 2 in English and Adult Literacy are also accepted. A-levels: A. T-levels: P (D or E) All subjects are accepted for entry to this course. Access to HE: 45 Credits at Pass. Scottish Highers: 48 UCAS Tariff Points. Irish LC Highers: 48 UCAS Tariff Points. Other experience: Pearson Level 3 National Diploma MP. Selection criteria: As part of the application and selection process, we are looking for your commitment to this programme. In your personal statement, you should demonstrate your motivation for choosing this course and reflect upon any experience you have gained. The Integrated Foundation Year programme supports your return to education and are specifically designed for students who have the ability to study for a degree but may not have all the necessary qualifications, skills or experiences to join the degree in Year 1.
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What students say
Based on about 9 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 89%
- Learning opportunities: 91%
- Assessment and feedback: 80%
- Academic support: 84%
- Organisation and management: 41%
- Learning resources: 84%
- Student voice: 88%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 20 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 75%
- Left higher education: 15%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 10%
What graduates do next
Based on about 14 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 65%
- Working and studying: 15%
Most common jobs
- Teaching Professionals: 20%
- Sports and fitness occupations: 15%
- Therapy professionals: 15%
- Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation: 5%
- Animal care and control services: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 75%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 60%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 60%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 85 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 8%
- North West: 46%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 10%
- East Midlands: 5%
- West Midlands: 2%
- East of England: 11%
- London: 2%
- South East: 7%
- South West: 2%
- Wales: 2%
- Scotland: 2%
- Northern Ireland: 2%
Who gets in
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 80%
- A degree: 5%
- Other HE qualification: 15%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Bronze for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Essential University Skills 1
- Contemporary Issues and the Media
- Sport in Action
- Essential University Skills 2
- Human Anatomy & Physiology
- Individual Case Study
- Personal and Professional development
- Sports Massage
- Functional Anatomy & Sports Injuries: Lower Limb
- Functional Anatomy & Sports Injuries: Upper Limb & Spinal
- Exercise Techniques & Training
- Principles of Human Movement & Function
- Qualificatory Practice Unit 1
- Pathophysiology & Therapeutic Practice
- Functional Sports Rehabilitation
- Applied Manual Therapy: Peripheral
- Applied Manual Therapy: Spinal
- Strength & Conditioning for Performance
- Investigative Techniques
- Qualificatory Practice Unit 2
- Neurodynamics in Sport
- Professional Development & Employment
- Advanced Athlete Care
- Screening & Pre-habilitation
- Independent Investigative Project
- Qualificatory Practice Unit 3
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Sport Rehabilitation with Foundation Year at University of Cumbria earn?
The median salary is £24,000 after 15 months, £21,000 after 3 years, £26,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £21,000 and £31,500. 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 Sport Rehabilitation with Foundation Year at University of Cumbria do next?
85% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2022-23).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Sport Rehabilitation with Foundation Year at University of Cumbria?
89% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2024-25.
What grades do I need for BSc Sport Rehabilitation with Foundation Year at University of Cumbria?
The average entrant had 104 UCAS points.
How many students continue on BSc Sport Rehabilitation with Foundation Year at University of Cumbria?
75% of students continued into their second year, and 15% left higher education.