MSc in Sport Rehabilitation

Program Overview

The MSc in Sport Rehabilitation at Loughborough University equips students with the knowledge and skills to work in interdisciplinary teams in sport rehabilitation environments. The program emphasizes research methods, practical rehabilitation techniques, and reflective practice, preparing graduates for careers as sport and exercise rehabilitation specialists, strength and conditioning coaches, and other roles in the field.

Program Outline

Sport Rehabilitation

Degree Overview:

The MSc in Sport Rehabilitation is a one-year program beginning in October 2024. It is designed to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and competencies needed to work safely and effectively within inter-disciplinary teams in a sport rehabilitation environment. The program aims to provide students with:

• An in-depth understanding of the science and scientific principles underpinning rehabilitation and sport rehabilitation.
• Critical insights and awareness of the theory and practice of rehabilitation, sport rehabilitation, and the sport rehabilitation environment.
• Practical knowledge, skills, and strategies to support the rehabilitation of athletes as part of an inter-disciplinary team.
• Research methods knowledge and skills relevant to the study of sport rehabilitation.
• Reflective and professional sport rehabilitation practitioner skills to contribute to the field's advancement.

Outline:

The program is divided into two semesters, each comprising compulsory and optional modules.

Semester 1:

Compulsory:

• Research Methods and Project Preparation: This module focuses on tailoring studies according to the chosen research approach and dedicating more time to planning and undertaking meaningful and real projects in the specialist pathway.
• Professional and Reflective Practice in Exercise Rehabilitation: This module equips students with practical skills and competences to safely and effectively support rehabilitation in sport or exercise/health care contexts.

Semester 2:

Compulsory:

• Research Methods and Project Preparation: This module continues from semester 1 and focuses on tailoring studies according to the chosen research approach and dedicating more time to planning and undertaking meaningful and real projects in the specialist pathway.
• Professional and Reflective Practice in Exercise Rehabilitation: This module equips students with practical skills and competences to safely and effectively support rehabilitation in sport or exercise/health care contexts.
• Strength and Conditioning: Understanding the role of exercise, strength and conditioning, and coaching in the management and rehabilitation of musculoskeletal injury and disease reduction, and how physical rehabilitation programs and programming can be used to optimize return to sport and/or injury prevention.

Summer:

Compulsory:

• Research Project in Rehabilitation Sciences: Students will continue their research project in the broad area of Sport or Exercise Rehabilitation, with the topic and study agreed upon with the supervisor.

Assessment:

The program utilizes a combination of assessments, including:

• Research Project: Students will undertake a research project in the broad area of Sport or Exercise Rehabilitation, applying the knowledge and skills acquired throughout the program.
• Exam/Coursework: Depending on the module, students may be assessed through written exams, assignments, or presentations.
• Portfolio: Students may be required to compile a portfolio of practical work and reflections on their learning experience.
• Professional Practice (Optional): Students can choose to undertake a professional practice placement in a relevant setting, which will be assessed through a report and presentation.

Teaching:

The program utilizes various teaching methods, including:

• Lectures: Experts in their fields deliver lectures on various topics related to sport rehabilitation.
• Seminars: Smaller groups engage in detailed discussions and analysis of specific topics.
• Tutorials: Individualized support and guidance are provided to students through tutorials.
• Independent Study: Students are encouraged to delve deeper into chosen topics through independent research and study.
• Group Work: Collaborative projects and assignments allow students to develop teamwork and communication skills.
• Laboratory Work: Students gain practical experience in rehabilitation techniques and research methods through laboratory sessions.
The program draws on the expertise of experienced academics and practitioners in the field of sport rehabilitation.

Careers:

The program prepares students for various careers in the field of sport rehabilitation, including:

• Sport and Exercise Rehabilitation Specialist
• Strength and Conditioning Coach
• Clinical Exercise Physiologist
• Research Scientist
• Academic
Graduates can work in various settings, including:
• Elite Sports Teams
• NHS Trusts
• Private Rehabilitation Clinics
• Research Institutes
• Universities
• The program is informed by sector-leading research, with 100% rated 'world-leading' or 'internationally excellent' by the 2021 Research Excellence Framework (REF).
• Students can add applied experience through voluntary internships with elite athletes on campus through the Coaching and Volunteer Academy.

Fees and Funding:

• UK: £13,000
• International: £29,750
• Scholarships available

Entry Requirements:

• A 2:1 honours degree or equivalent international qualification in sport science or other relevant biological science that contains an element of anatomy, physiology, and biomechanics or kinesiology.

Application Deadline:

Applications are open, and the program starts in October 2024.

UK fee: £13,000 Full-time degree per annum International fee: £29,750 Full-time degree per annum