BSc (Hons) Sport Rehabilitation

Introduction

In a nutshell

This course allows you to apply high-level academic and practical management skills to the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of musculoskeletal injuries arising from sport and physical activity.

You'll complete a minimum of 400 hours of clinical placement, supervised by a registered healthcare or medical professional, to help you graduate confident and ready to step into the world of work.

This course is accredited by the British Association of Sports Rehabilitators and Trainers (BASRaT). When you graduate, you'll be eligible for membership of BASRaT and benefit from the professional industry insight they provide.

Sport Rehabilitation student Jack and fellow coursemate stood in the strength suite of Detroit Tigers

From University to the USA

Find out more about recent graduate Jack’s experience on the course and his six-week placement in the USA with the Detroit Tigers, an American professional baseball team. Read Jack's story 'From University to the USA'.

You will:

Learn to improve the health and function in people with injury, illness and disease, and to positively contribute to improving public health.
Be taught by industry experts with a focus on practical skills and small group practical sessions.
Graduate with the skills to diagnose and treat musculoskeletal injuries.
Experience a variety of settings on placement such as professional sports clubs, hospitals with orthopaedic consultants, GP practices, the Ministry of Defence, private sport rehabilitation and physiotherapy clinics.

Placement

options available

International

students accepted

Course accreditations

This is for you if...

1.

You have a keen interest in sports and physical activity.

2.

You're a strong communicator with great interpersonal skills.

3.

You have a desire to help others.

4.

You can see yourself working with people from all kinds of backgrounds.

5.

You are raring to deliver and up for a challenge.

6.

You are good at solving problems.

Course details

All about the course

You'll study musculoskeletal injuries, therapeutic techniques and exercise rehabilitation skills, supported by a foundation in anatomy, physiology, biomechanics and psychology. You'll learn to provide effective care for people with injuries, illness and disease in order to improve their health and function, either autonomously or as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

You'll learn how to help injured people get back to full sporting activity by applying cutting-edge rehabilitation techniques in a lively and supportive environment. Throughout the course, you will have the opportunity to apply your knowledge and skills in real-life situations through placements. Note, placement destinations can vary year on year.

We currently have several exchange programmes running, including two, semester-long exchanges with universities in the USA, where you'll undertake a similar programme of study and a professional baseball internship. The exchanges are subject to availability and not available to all students.

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Year one

Foundation Human Form and Function

An introduction to the structure and function of the human body with special attention to an in-depth understanding of the musculoskeletal system.

Foundation Therapy Skills

Covers the use of soft tissue treatments including massage, electrotherapy, and hot and cold therapy.

Foundation Exercise and Conditioning

This module will develop your understanding of basic principles, physiology and biomechanics of exercise prescription and strength and conditioning.

Applied Human Form and Function

You will study the musculoskeletal system in detail, including assessment, diagnosis and treatment of the common pathological conditions that may arise from physical activity.

Intermediate Therapy Skills

This module will give you an introduction to a range of orthopaedic treatments including joint manipulation and mobilisations.

Applied Exercise and Conditioning

You will develop an understanding of exercise prescription for health and performance, including exercise for special populations and the link to anatomy and rehabilitation.

Year two

Professional Practice 1

Experiential learning in our in-house sports injury clinic.

Applied Therapy and Rehabilitation Skills

You will learn about the aims, principles and integration of progressive rehabilitation and therapeutic interventions for sport.

Advanced Exercise and Conditioning

A detailed study of strength and conditioning for sports, integrated with an understanding of aspects of sports science and its use in the world of sport rehabilitation, including aspects of sport psychology, biomechanics, exercise physiology and nutrition.

Evidenced-based Practice in Sport Rehabilitation

You will develop an understanding fundamentals of research as applied to evidence-based practice.

Year three

Professional Practice 2

Experiential learning of an advanced nature with our partners from professional sports clubs, private clinics, and orthopaedic consultants around the UK.

Advanced Therapy Skills

You will gain competence in a range of advanced therapies including neuro-dynamics, complex rehabilitation and manual therapy.

Applied Research in Sport Rehabilitation

This research project will be driven by your own interests, with a focus on future publication.

Please note that it may not be possible to deliver the full list of options every year as this will depend on factors such as how many students choose a particular option. Exact modules may also vary in order to keep content current. When accepting your offer of a place to study on this programme, you should be aware that not all optional modules will be running each year. Your tutor will be able to advise you as to the available options on or before the start of the programme. Whilst the University tries to ensure that you are able to undertake your preferred options, it cannot guarantee this.

What Will I be Doing?

70%

Theoretical/Practical Exams

20%

Coursework

10%

Presentations

TEACHING

Teaching is delivered in a variety of ways including lectures, tutorials, practical sessions, clinical visits, group discussion and self-directed study. To facilitate this, we have our own dedicated treatment rooms and human performance laboratory, which contain specialised equipment for testing, diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation and training.