Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation with a Foundation Year - BSc (Hons)

Program Overview

The University of Kent's BSc (Hons) in Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation with a Foundation Year offers a comprehensive education in sports injury diagnosis, treatment, and prevention. Combining theoretical knowledge with practical experience in laboratories, placements, and student clinics, it prepares graduates for careers as sports therapists, rehabilitation specialists, and more in the sports and healthcare industry.

Program Outline

Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation with a Foundation Year - BSc (Hons) - University of Kent

Degree Overview:

• Overview: This degree program focuses on sports therapy and rehabilitation, equipping students with the knowledge and skills to diagnose, treat, and prevent sporting injuries.
It combines theoretical knowledge with practical laboratory and clinical skills, preparing graduates for careers in various settings.
• Objectives: The program aims to provide students with the academic, clinical, and professional skills required of a sports therapist.
This includes the ability to diagnose, treat, and prevent sporting injuries, as well as create tailored exercise and training programs for individual clients.
• Program Description: The program emphasizes a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical experience.
Students gain hands-on experience in laboratories and custom-built teaching spaces, participate in placements, and work in student clinics. The program is accredited by the British Association of Sport Rehabilitators and Trainers (BASRaT).

Outline:

• Content: The program covers a wide range of topics related to sports therapy and rehabilitation, including:
• Diagnosis and treatment of sporting injuries
• Prevention of sporting injuries
• Exercise prescription and training program design
• Biomechanics and kinesiology
• Anatomy and physiology
• Sports psychology
• Sports nutrition
• Sports massage
• Rehabilitation techniques
• Ethical and legal considerations
• Structure: The program is a four-year full-time or seven-year part-time program.
It includes a foundation year that provides flexibility for students to progress to other degrees within the Division of Natural Sciences.
• Course Schedule: The program involves a combination of lectures, practical sessions, and seminars each week.
Students also spend additional time developing their clinical skills and experience through placements and in the student clinic.

Assessment:

• Methods: The program utilizes a variety of assessment methods, including:
• Coursework
• Observed assessment
• Practical tests
• Clinical assessments

Teaching:

• Methods: The program employs a variety of teaching methods, including:
• Lectures
• Practical laboratory and sports-based sessions
• Small group seminars
• Private study
• Workshops
• Faculty: The program is taught by a team of experienced and qualified academics and practitioners.
• Unique Approaches: The program emphasizes hands-on learning and practical experience through placements and student clinics.

Careers:

• Potential Career Paths: Graduates of the program are well-equipped for careers in a range of fields, including:
• Sports therapist
• Sports rehabilitation specialist
• Exercise physiologist
• Strength and conditioning coach
• Sports scientist
• Research and development roles
• Sports club positions
• Private practice
• Opportunities: The program provides students with the skills and experience necessary to pursue a variety of career opportunities in the sports and healthcare sector.
• Outcomes: Graduates of the program are highly sought after by employers and are well-prepared for successful careers in their chosen field.

Other:

• Facilities: The program benefits from excellent facilities, including laboratories and custom-built teaching spaces.
• Student-Led Clinics: Students gain valuable practical experience and confidence in their ability to work with clients at all levels of fitness through student-led clinics.
• Placement: The program includes a placement opportunity, allowing students to put their learning into practice in a real-world setting.
• Transferable Skills: The program develops key transferable skills sought by employers, such as:
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Problem-solving and analytical thinking skills
• Time management skills

• The 2024/25 annual tuition fees for this course are:
Full-time £9,250 EU£22,700 International£22,700
• Part-time
UK£4,625 EU£11,350 International£11,350