MSc Sport Rehabilitation and Return to Play

The MSc in Sport Rehabilitation and Return to Play at Middlesex University is for qualified therapy and performance professionals who want to advance their careers in elite sporting environments. This course equips you with the knowledge and practical skills needed to take on leadership roles in sports medicine. Learning combines theory and hands-on application, with a focus on diagnostics, manual therapy, rehabilitation, and leadership.

The curriculum is based on practice and critical thinking, ensuring your decisions are always informed by concrete research. You will gain skills in athlete performance profiling, injury analysis, and advanced treatment techniques to support faster recovery. In your final project, you will conduct independent research, contributing original insights to sports rehabilitation and preparing to lead in this dynamic field.

To apply for the MSc Sport Rehabilitation and Return to Play, you will need to submit a personal statement showcasing your interest in this course, a reference from an academic or employer, and details of your previous qualifications.

Grade Requirements:

• Applicants require A minimum of a lower second-class (2:2) UK bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in a therapy-related field or sports-related experience.
• Equivalent international qualifications are accepted.

English Proficiency:

• International applicants require an IELTS score of 6.5 with no component below 6.5.
• Equivalent qualifications are also accepted.

The tuition fees for international students enrolling in the MSc Sport Rehabilitation and Return to Play are £17,100 per year.

Middlesex University offers financial support to make your studies more accessible. International students can apply for the International Merit Award, providing up to £2,000 towards tuition fees, which is automatically considered upon application. The Chevening Scholarship, funded by the UK government, covers full tuition, living costs, and travel for eligible students from Commonwealth countries. For full eligibility details and application deadlines, visit Middlesex’s scholarship webpage.

Graduates are equipped for positions such as:

• Sports Rehabilitator
• Performance Therapist
• Clinical Specialist in Sports Medicine
• Rehabilitation Consultant
• Sports Science Researcher

Applications for the MSc Sport Rehabilitation and Return to Play can be submitted directly through Middlesex University's online application portal. If you need any help with this process, you can contact our trained counsellors at AHZ.