Sports Therapy

Why this course?

- We are ranked 4th in the UK for graduate prospects in Sports Science (Times Good University Guide 2024)

- Top 5 in London for Sports Science (Guardian University Guide 2024)

- #8 in England for undergraduate student satisfaction (National Student Survey 2024)

About this course:
Improving human health has never been a bigger global challenge. Get the specialist, practical skills you need to aid in the treatment and recovery of injuries.

Skills:
Endorsed by the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sports and Physical Activity and The Society of Sports Therapists, you’ll gain knowledge, skills and ability to:
- Assess individuals for a range of conditions and injuries.

- Evaluate various on field scenarios and administer appropriate management (including basic life support) and return to activity decisions for acute trauma.

- Aid in return to sport and enhance overall performance.

- Devise sport-specific programmes to prepare athletes for sport participation and implement protocols to reduce the likelihood of injury.

- Refer to other healthcare professionals where appropriate.

Career opportunities:
Our graduates go on to work in different specialisms within sports sciences/allied health, such as:
- Sports Therapist working in a range of settings including sports environments of different levels, or private and public clinical contexts.

- Postgraduate study in fields such as ‘Physiotherapy’ and ‘Strength and Conditioning’.

- Academia, whether this be from a research point-of-view or progressing into a lecturing role. If you’re ready to learn, we’ll help you gain the confidence and opportunities to achieve.