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BSc Sport Therapy and Rehabilitation

University of Derby

Institution
University of Derby
Level
undergraduate
Subject
Sport Therapy and Rehabilitation
Duration
3-6 years
UCAS code
C630
Typical offer
A-level BBB

Entry requirements

UCAS tariff: 120 A level: BBB (At least a Grade B at A Level (or equivalent) from a Science subject, which can include including Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Physical Education or Psychology.) T Level: Merit BTEC: DDM GCSE: GCSE Maths and English Grade 4/Grade C (or above) or equivalent qualification Access to HE: Pass Access to HE Diploma with 60 credits: 45 at Level 3 with a minimum of Distinction: 15, Merit: 24, Pass: 6. Must include passes in compulsory Level 3 subjects English language: IELTS: 6.0 (with at least 5.5 in each skills area)

About this course

BSc (Hons) in Paramedic Science and Sport and Exercise Science. Core topics include statistics, research methods, and communication and writing. The degree is designed in partnership with The Society of Sports Therapists, with graduates eligible to apply for full membership. Students undertake 250 hours of clinical placement in the final year, and an optional industry placement year is available.

Modules

  • Placement Learning and Professional Development
  • Academic and Research Skills for Sport and Exercise
  • Principles of Sport and Exercise Physiology
  • Introduction to Sport and Injury Biomechanics
  • Introduction to Therapeutic Principles
  • Musculoskeletal Anatomy
  • Sports Massage
  • Research Methods for Sport and Exercise
  • Injury Biomechanics & Corrective Principles
  • Manual Therapy
  • Musculoskeletal Assessment: Peripheral
  • Sports Specific Rehabilitation
  • Sports Trauma Management
  • Independent Study for Sport and Exercise
  • Advanced Musculoskeletal Assessment: Spinal
  • Sports Conditioning
  • Clinical Placement