BSc Sports Therapy
Entry requirements
112-120 points. Our offers are typically made using UCAS tariff points to allow you to include a range of level 3 qualifications and as a guide, the requirements for this course are equivalent to: A-Levels: BBC-BBB from 3 A Levels or equivalent grade combinations (e.g. BBB is comparable to ABC in terms of tariff points). A science A-level or equivalent at grade C or above. Biology or human biology are preferred, but other sciences are acceptable, including physical education and sport science. BTEC/CTEC: DDM from BTEC or Cambridge Technical (CTEC) qualifications. National Extended Certificate/ Foundation Diploma/ Technical Diploma/ Extended Diplomas in Applied Science. International Baccalaureate: 120-128 UCAS tariff points. To include a minimum of grade 5 in Standard or Higher level English and Maths and a minimum of grade 5 in a Higher level Science. T-Level - in Health, Healthcare Science or Science We accept tariff points achieved for many other qualifications, such as the Access to Higher Education Diploma, Scottish Highers, UAL Diploma/Extended Diploma and WJEC Applied Certificate/Diploma, to name a few. We also accept tariff points from smaller level 3 qualifications, up to a maximum of 32, from qualifications like the Extended Project (EP/EPQ), music or dance qualifications. To find out more about UCAS tariff points, including what your qualifications are worth, please visit UCAS. In addition to level 3 study, the following GCSEs are required: GCSEs in Mathematics and English Language at grade 4 or C, or higher. Functional Skills at level 2 is accepted as an alternative, however Key Skills qualifications are not. If students hold another qualification, they can contact the university who will advise further. Prospective students should consult the latest prospec
About this course
BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science, combining theoretical knowledge with practical clinical application. Core topics include Research Methods, Clinical Skills, and Ethics & Professional Practice. The programme includes a mandatory 250-hour professional placement in the third year and culminates in an independent dissertation. Graduates are eligible to apply for full membership of the Society of Sports Therapists.
Modules
- Human Anatomy & Physiology
- Introduction to Clinical Examination & Assessment
- Introduction to Sports Therapy Interventions
- The Principles of Scientific Exercise
- Examination & Assessment for Musculoskeletal Conditions
- Musculoskeletal Therapeutic Interventions
- Early to Intermediate Rehabilitation
- Data and Communication for Sports Therapists
- Dissertation
- Advanced Sports Therapy Practice
- Late-Stage Rehabilitation & Performance Testing
- Professional Placement